Western Leone, Movie theme park in Tabernas Desert, Spain
Western Leone is a movie-themed park set in the Tabernas Desert featuring wooden structures such as a saloon, bank, and sheriff's office that recreate an authentic 1800s American frontier settlement. The layout includes multiple buildings and outdoor areas where visitors can explore the old West setting.
Film director Sergio Leone chose this location in the 1960s to shoot several Western films, including the Dollar Trilogy starring Clint Eastwood. The site became a major hub for Western filmmaking in Europe during that era.
Performers dressed in period costumes present daily shows featuring gunfights, horseback riding demonstrations, and bank robbery reenactments throughout the Wild West town. These performances bring frontier stories to life in a way visitors can experience firsthand.
The park operates from March through October, with three daily shows at 12:00, 14:00, and 16:00, allowing visitors to plan their schedule accordingly. Arriving in the morning is advisable to explore the grounds before afternoon heat becomes intense.
Visitors can rent horses to explore the desert landscape and movie sets where over 300 Western films were produced between 1960 and 1980. These locations remain visible today and offer direct insight into the place's film legacy.
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