Las Batuecas, Historic valley in Sierra de Francia, Spain
A deep valley encompasses mountainous terrain crossed by the Batuecas River, forming part of the Natural Park Las Batuecas-Sierra de Francia.
The Discalced Carmelites established the San Jose Monastery in the valley during the 16th century, creating a sanctuary for religious contemplation.
The valley contains numerous rock shelters with prehistoric cave paintings, indicating early human settlements in the region.
Visitors can access Las Batuecas through the town of La Alberca, with hiking trails leading through the natural park.
The valley hosts rare botanical species including insectivorous plants and specific heather varieties found nowhere else in the Iberian Peninsula.
Location: La Alberca
GPS coordinates: 40.45303,-6.12007
Latest update: May 16, 2025 21:00
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