Garganta del Charco de la Hoya, Waterfall and brook in La Adrada, Spain.
The Garganta del Charco de la Hoya features cascading waters that create natural pools among granite rock formations surrounded by chestnut trees and pine forests.
Local residents have used this mountain gorge for centuries as a water source and natural bathing area, with ancient trading routes passing through the valley.
The site holds traditional significance for families from La Adrada who gather here during summer months for recreational activities and local celebrations.
Visitors can reach the waterfall via marked hiking trails from La Adrada town center, with the complete route taking approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
The location features the notable Pino Aprisquillo, a massive pine tree that requires several people to embrace its trunk completely around its circumference.
Location: La Adrada
Address: 89J4+72, 05430 La Adrada, Ávila, Spain 05430 La Adrada
GPS coordinates: 40.32911,-4.64495
Latest update: October 29, 2025 18:36
Spain is home to a great variety of natural swimming pools, river pools and coastal formations perfect for cooling off during the hot season. These spots are spread all over the country and provide crystal-clear water surrounded by mountains, forests or volcanic rocks. From freshwater pools in lush valleys to unique saltwater basins on the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts, this collection brings together some of the most inviting places to experience authentic outdoor swimming in Spain.
El Burguillo Reservoir
12 km
Castle of La Adrada
3.4 km
Natural reserve Valle de Iruelas
9 km
Monastery of San Jerónimo de Guisando
16.5 km
Charco del Cura Reservoir
15.7 km
Puente de Navaluenga
10.2 km
Cerro de Guisando
16.3 km
Burguillo Reservoir Arch Bridge
14.2 km
Abadía de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
15.4 km
Fuente Helecha
10.5 km
Puente romano de La Iglesuela
11.6 km
Monasterio de San Jerónimo de Guisando
16.5 km
El Burguillo dam
14.2 km
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, El Tiemblo
15.6 km
Puente de la N-403 sobre el Alberche, El Tiemblo
16.7 km
Black pine "Aprisquillo" in La Adrada
2.9 km
Town Hall of Piedralaves
4.7 km
Iglesia de San Antonio, Piedralaves
4.7 km
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de El Tiemblo
15.6 km
Church of San Esteban Protomártir, Cenicientos
16.8 km
Puente de la N-403 sobre el Embalse del Burguillo
14.4 km
Iglesia del Salvador, La Adrada
3.4 km
Iglesia de Santa María de la Oliva, La Iglesuela
14 km
Town Hall of Sotillo de la Adrada
6.6 km
Cruz de los Enamorados, Piedralaves
4.7 km
Town Hall of El Barraco
16.5 km
Charco del Cura dam
15.9 km
Ermita de San Antonio de Padua, El Tiemblo
15.5 kmReviews
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