Aguilar Reservoir

Aguilar Reservoir is a large body of water near Aguilar de Campoo in Palencia Province with calm surfaces that mirror the sky and surrounding hills. The water serves multiple purposes including power generation, irrigation, and drinking water supply for nearby villages and farms, spanning approximately 1,600 hectares.

The reservoir was completed in 1963 and submerged several villages including Cenera de Zalima, Villanueva del Rio, and Quintanilla de la Berzosa. A medieval bridge from the 12th and 13th centuries and a church tower remain visible in certain spots when water levels drop.

The reservoir is woven into the identity of the region and locals view it as central to their way of life. People from surrounding villages use the water and shores regularly for daily activities and community gatherings.

Paths run along the shore making it simple to walk and enjoy the views at your own pace. With picnic areas, open spaces, and sandy beaches available, visitors find it easy to set up for the day whether for water sports or casual relaxation.

Submerged beneath the water lie the ruins of vanished villages that occasionally become visible when water levels drop. Local residents still remember these lost settlements and sometimes visit the spots where their former homes once stood.