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Los Ibores Regional Park Adventures

Los Ibores Regional Park is a protected natural area in southwestern Spain known for its rugged Mediterranean landscapes, rich biodiversity, and traditional agricultural heritage, offering excellent spotting of wildlife and immersive hiking experiences.

165,700
Acres Protected
50+
Miles of Trails
15,000
Annual Visitors
1994
Year Established

About Los Ibores Regional Park

 

Los Ibores Regional Park, located in the province of Cáceres within Extremadura, Spain, encompasses a diverse landscape characterized by rolling hills, dense Mediterranean oak forests, cork oak groves, and river valleys. The park covers an area of roughly 67,000 hectares and represents one of the most well-preserved examples of the dehesa ecosystem, a traditional agro-sylvo-pastoral system that combines forest and pasture land, crucial for regional biodiversity and local culture. The area supports important wildlife populations including the Iberian lynx, Spanish imperial eagle, black vulture, and various endemic plant species. Historically, the region has been shaped by centuries of rural land use, with human settlements blending harmoniously with the environment.

Visitors to Los Ibores Regional Park can enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities such as hiking on well-marked trails, mountain biking, bird watching, and nature photography. The park’s varied terrain offers scenic views over the Tagus River basin and less traveled paths through cork oak forests and Mediterranean scrub. Notable landmarks include ancient Roman ruins, traditional stone shepherd huts, and hidden picnic spots alongside seasonal streams. The park appeals to nature lovers and cultural heritage enthusiasts seeking an authentic, tranquil outdoor experience with opportunities to observe rare species in a relatively unspoiled setting.

Highlights

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Dehesa oak forest ecosystem with cork oak and holm oak groves

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Habitat of endangered Iberian lynx and Spanish imperial eagle

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Ancient Roman archaeological sites in the park's vicinity

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Remote river valleys along tributaries of the Tagus River

Notable Natural Features

Dehesa Ecosystem

An extensive Mediterranean agroforestry system combining pasture, cork oak, and holm oak trees, supporting diverse wildlife.

Iberian Lynx Habitat

Critical habitat supporting one of the world’s most endangered feline species, the Iberian lynx.

Roman Ruins near Peraleda de San Román

Historical archaeological sites reflecting ancient human settlement in the region.