Located in the province of Cáceres, Extremadura, Monfragüe National Park and the surrounding Monfragüe Biosphere Reserve feature rugged cliffs, Mediterranean forests, and river valleys. The park is especially famous for hosting Europe’s largest breeding colony of griffon vultures and endangered species like the Spanish imperial eagle and the black stork. The park’s dramatic rock formations, such as the Peña Falcón ...
Monfragüe National Park is a must-see spot in Spain for any nature lover, so naturally (pun intended) it’s been on my radar for a while. Although I knew of its reputation as a birdwatching paradise, the park, including the Monfragüe Biosphere Reserve, has much more to offer. In this post, I’ll share my experience visiting the park, with a 3-day ...