Cascada del Aljibe, Double waterfall in Sierra de Ayllón, Spain.
Cascada del Aljibe is a waterfall in the Sierra de Ayllón featuring two consecutive water drops with natural pools at their base, reaching a combined height of about 10 meters. The cascades form where Soto Stream meets the Jarama River within the Sierra Norte Natural Park.
The waterfall stands along an ancient path that once connected the settlements of Matallana, El Espinar, and Campillejo in Guadalajara province. This historical route shows how important the link between these villages was for the region's communities.
The name comes from the cistern-shaped pools that form at the base of each cascade, as 'aljibe' means water cistern in Spanish. This naming reflects how water has been naturally collected in these basins for generations.
Access is through a walking trail of about 1.6 kilometers from Matallana, crossing the Jarama River at Puente de los Trillos. The path is well marked, and visitors should wear suitable footwear for uneven terrain.
The waterfall forms at the confluence of two waterways, creating a rare phenomenon for the area. This meeting of waters produces particularly stable and clear pools that visitors can experience firsthand.
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