Cañón de los Almadenes, Natural canyon and water formation in Region of Murcia, Spain.
The canyon extends for four kilometers along the Segura River, with vertical walls reaching heights of over one hundred meters in certain sections.
Archaeological discoveries in La Serreta Cave reveal continuous human habitation since Paleolithic times, with numerous cave paintings from different historical periods.
The canyon forms part of a Special Protection Area for Birds within the Natura 2000 network, supporting the preservation of regional wildlife species.
Visitors can access multiple entry points from Cieza town to explore hiking trails and participate in water activities throughout the canyon system.
The Gorgotón Spring within the canyon produces warm water year-round, making it the only thermal spring formation in the Murcia region.
Location: Region of Murcia
Location: Calasparra
GPS coordinates: 38.23873,-1.58774
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:51
The Murcia region combines natural landscapes with historical sites from different periods. The Salto del Usero natural pool in Bullas, the beaches of Calblanque Natural Area, and the Almadenes gorge near Cieza demonstrate the geological variety of the region. The coast offers sheltered coves like Cala Cortina and remote beaches such as El Portús, while the Gredas de Bolnuevo erosion formations show the power of natural processes. The historical architecture ranges from medieval fortifications to baroque cultural sites. Monteagudo Castle from the 11th century and Castillo de Lorca document the Moorish and Christian past. Coastal towers like Torre de Santa Elena and Torre del Cope date from the 16th century and served as defenses against pirates. The Santa Clara Monastery and Museo Salzillo in Murcia city preserve 18th-century religious art, while the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca represents baroque urban architecture.
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