Ecotourism in Gredos
Ambroz - Jerte
Enjoy the mountain with Naturgredos
Stay at Casa Palacio Carvajal
Especial Zone (ZEC)
Sierra de Gredos y Valle del Jerte
Carvajal de Gredos
The magic oak forest
Ecotourism destination in Gredos.
A magnificent Vetton forest emerges on Sierra de Cabezabellosa in Alta Extremadura.
It is surrounded by skies, between rocks and clouds, it contemplates and pours water into its famous valleys.
We live experiences of immersion in nature with Naturgredos. We have developed 9 different forest baths to explore the mountain. We do ecotourism with sensational sky, horses (contact/riding), birds, meadows, fruits, temples, peaks and stars. Discover especial zone ZEC Sierra de Gredos in the north of Cáceres!
In addition, you can stay in a rural mountain house in Cabezabellosa. The best anteroom to visit and get to know the great forest and surroundings!
We speak English and Spanish. We are very close to Hervás, Plasencia and Monfragüe National Park, 30 minutes away. If you require transportation, we make trips within a radius of 35 km. Don’t miss out on visiting Carvajal de Gredos!
Smart tourism
is sharing values
LANDSCAPE
The best views in the middle of nature.
LIFE
Connecting with biodiversity of meadows and forests.
CULTURE
Get to know the mountain, its traditions, usages & customs.
WELLFARE
Environmental responsibility, shinrin-yoku, personal development.
Casa Palacio Carvajal
The antechamber of the forest
Rural house for smart turism in Sierra de Gredos.
Founded in the 16th century by the house of Carvajal, a noble medieval family from Leon whose emblem and name is the oak forest.
We renovated it in 1998 and have started as lodging since 2003. It is one of the first Birdwatching Centres in the province, we were pioneers of ecotourism in Extremadura. Always improving and taking care of the details. Due to its comfort, location and Renaissance decoration it is highly valued by our clients. You will be surprised by its panoramic terrace!
We speak Spanish and English. We are delighted to be able to receive national and international tourists.
It is the perfect house to share with family, friends or in a business group. Children and pets are always welcome. Let yourself be surprised and enjoy its welcoming and authentic character!
Naturgredos
Forest baths, nature & mountain
Ecotourism in Gredos with a specialized local guide.
This ancient forest takes us back to a unique and surprising time. Dive in it and breathe fresh air! You are in Carvajal de Gredos.
Every Naturgredos eco-experience is a forest bath. We walk among magnificent oak trees following the footsteps of the Vetton people. It is time to discover more mountain. So you can choose among 9 ecotourism experiences: skyscapes, horses (contact & riding), birds, fruits, meadows, temples, peaks and stars. You decide! Each experience shares a lot with the others. Don’t hesitate it and let’s join us, we are smart tourism in Gredos, with ecological tourism we protect nature and culture!
9 Forest baths
in Carvajal de Gredos
Discover the experience
Discover the esperience
20 minutes away from Hervás & Plasencia
Your Local Guide
Marco A. Montero, Molecular Biologist
From Cabezabellosa
He was working for Ballylagan Organic Farm and The Food & Environment Research Agency in the UK. He decided to return to Extremadura to promote ecotourism in Gredos, as well as to drive sustainable development in other sectors. “There is only one kind of progress, that which is compatible with the natural and cultural values of every region.”
CEO of Naturgredos, Casa Palacio Carvajal and Pisavalles Forest Cabin
He actively collaborates with national and international medias for the promotion and conservation of Sierra de Gredos. He completed his university studies with several postgraduate degrees, one in research. Also, he obtained a CP in Equestrian Route Guide and he is Guide and Interpreter of Natural Heritage by the Official College of Biologists of Extremadura.
He provides ecotourism services since more than 15 years ago
He combines his researcher passion with the direct personal treatment. His main goal is the preservation of a healthy environment over the world to ensure the well-being of humans and other species of living beings.
Ecotourism in
Carvajal de Gredos
“Every story has a beginning. We had just started with our first accommodation and a Scandinavian family was one of the first groups to stay at Casa Palacio Carvajal. After checking in, we agreed to go visit the forest that same afternoon.
We walked very attentively, observing the thick moss turning green everywhere, it wrapped around rocks and bark on the trees, it had recently rained. Everything was beautiful! And in the middle of the path we came across a fire salamander. The mother stopped to show it to her children, who immediately noticed it. At that very moment I understood ecotourism and its social and human significance.
Since that day there have been many experiences exploring the mountains and nature in Carvajal de Gredos.
Our visitors deserve a firmament full of stars because thanks to them Naturgredos is a great reality that we share.”
– Marco A. Montero
