Nacimiento del Río Pitarque, Natural monument and protected area in Teruel Province, Spain
The river emerges through two karst springs, creating a clear water stream that flows through a canyon with vertical walls and mixed forests.
The site received official protection status in 2009, marking a milestone in the preservation of its geological formations and ecological systems.
Local environmental education programs connect visitors with the natural heritage through guided activities and informational resources about conservation practices.
The hiking trail starts in Pitarque village and follows marked paths through local vegetation, crossing a small bridge before reaching the river source.
The river originates in Fortanete, disappears underground, and resurfaces at El Ojo de la Fuente with a flow reaching 1,500 liters per second.
Location: Teruel Province
Inception: 2009
GPS coordinates: 40.61838,-0.60099
Latest update: March 14, 2025 08:58
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