Maestrazgo, Aragon

Maestrazgo is a mountain region in Teruel Province with around 15 municipalities spread across terrain marked by rough ridges and deep valleys. The landscape is shaped by limestone formations where natural caves and river gorges have formed.

The region emerged in the Middle Ages under control of the Templar order and later became a battleground during the Carlist Wars of the 1800s. These conflicts left deep marks on local history and architecture.

The name Maestrazgo comes from the rule of the Templar order, still visible in the stone houses and narrow streets of the villages. People here maintain old craft traditions and local celebrations that keep the medieval heritage alive.

Visitors can find information points and basic accommodation in larger villages like Cantavieja for their stay. The region is best explored on foot, with many walking routes through gorges and mountain passes that vary in difficulty depending on fitness and season.

The Guadalope River has carved spectacular gorges through the limestone plateau over millennia, creating visible waterfall zones and underground cavities. This water-and-rock formation is one of the region's lesser-known treasures that hikers can discover while crossing the valleys.

Location: Teruel Province

Capital city: Cantavieja

GPS coordinates: 40.51977,-0.35156

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:30