Quintos de Mora, State-managed finca in Los Yébenes, Spain
Quintos de Mora is a state-owned estate in Los Yébenes, situated on the southern slopes of the Montes de Toledo. The land is covered with holm oak forests, rocky outcrops, and narrow valleys that cut through the hills.
The land was bought by the Spanish state from the Municipality of Mora in 1942, and that transaction is the origin of its current name. Ever since, it has been managed by the state for forestry and hunting purposes.
The estate is known for drawing hunters and wildlife enthusiasts from across Spain, who come to experience one of the country's most carefully managed hunting grounds. The holm oak forests and rocky valleys give the land a raw, open quality that feels far removed from urban life.
Access to the estate is mainly reserved for organized hunting activities, which require a valid hunting license issued by the region of Castilla-La Mancha. Before visiting, it is worth checking with local authorities to find out what options are open to the general public.
The estate was home to Spain's first red partridge breeding facility, set up to help restore wildlife populations in other hunting areas across the country. This program was a first of its kind in Spain and served as a model for later projects elsewhere.
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