Camping Extremadura

Extremadura is Spain's most overlooked region for no reason. When planning a camping trip in Extremadura, Spain, everyone should include medieval villages and the remains of magnificent Roman architecture, as well as beautiful natural sights, on their itinerary.

Extremadura is a Spanish autonomous community. Mérida is its capital city. The Tagus and Guadiana rivers cross it from east to west in the central-western part of the Iberian Peninsula. The autonomous community is made up of Spain's two largest provinces, Cáceres and Badajoz. Extremadura is bounded to the west by Portugal, and to the north by the autonomous communities of Castile and León, Castilla–La Mancha, and Andalusia (south).

Lusitania was an ancient Roman province that included modern-day Portugal (except for the northern area now known as the Norte Region) and a central-western portion of modern-day Spain, which is now covered by the Autonomous Community of Extremadura. Mérida (now the capital of Extremadura) rose to prominence as the capital of the Roman province of Lusitania and one of the most important cities in the Roman Empire.

Badajoz (Province)

Castles, Arab citadels, and historic Jewish quarters await visitors, as does the opportunity to explore the Mudejar Route. The historical quarters of towns such as Alburquerque, Jerez de los Caballeros, Olivenza, and Zafra, as well as the capital, Merida, whose Archaeological Site has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are all worth visiting.

Cáceres (Province)

Located in the interior of Spain, in the north of the Extremadura region. Its capital is Cáceres, whose historic centre has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Guadalupe, also in Cáceres, has the same distinction.

1. Cáceres Plaza Mayor Square

This square arose in the 12th century as a result of the annual fair, which drew a large crowd. It was surrounded by arcades with semicircular arches supported on stone pillars in the 15th century. This is one of Spain's largest squares. The Arch of La Estrella (The Star) by Manuel de Lara y Churriguera is one of the most important gates.

2. Cabañeros National Park

Cabañeros, located in the Montes de Toledo region between the provinces of Ciudad Real and Toledo, encompasses the most diverse aspects of the Mediterranean ecosystem. The park is full of natural wonders, from the autumnal bellows of deer to the majestic flight of the golden eagle. Oaks, holm oaks, and cork trees coexist to form a landscape in which the fauna are literally at home, and we are just passing through.

3. Monfragüe National Park

The confluence of the Tajo and Tiétar rivers in the Cáceres region formed this landscape of holm oaks, cork trees, smooth mountains, and massive rocks, which is home to one of the world's largest colonies of black vultures. This one-of-a-kind Extremadura national park has become one of the best bird-watching destinations in Spain.

4. Plasencia Cathedral

Plasencia Cathedral is made up of two buildings: the Old Cathedral, which was built in the 13th century in the Romanesque style as a transition to the Gothic style, and the New Cathedral, which was built in the Gothic style. The naves, the western façade, the Gothic-style cloister, and the chapter room crowned with a ribbed dome in the Byzantine tradition are all that remain of the original church.

5. National Museum of Roman Art

The Mérida National Museum of Roman Art, designed by renowned architect Rafael Moneo, opened its doors in 1986. Inside, you'll find artefacts from Roman civilisation, a pivotal period in the history of this city that was responsible for the theatre and the Mitreo Roman house, among other things.

1. Road trip through Cáceres

Cáceres is a destination rich in history that never fails to captivate those who visit its streets. Its Old Quarter is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and there are some beautiful natural spaces nearby with a wide variety of flora and fauna to enjoy. Take a look at this 115-kilometre route for yourself.

2. Experience Spain's medieval towns and cities

The Route of Medieval Towns and Cities connects the Basque Country to Extremadura. The entire route crosses Spain from north to south-west, covering nearly 1,500 kilometres. You will have the opportunity to explore Spain from the Cantabrian Sea to beautiful rural, inland areas, and to enjoy the country's natural and cultural diversity.

3. The Silver Route by motorbike

A journey of over 800 kilometres on the A-66 and the N-630. Originally, it linked Roman Hispania to Spain's northern coast. The route is now lined with interesting places and is ideal for motorbikes. Although the route can be completed in three days with sightseeing stops, you can always extend it or take side trips along the way.

4. Discover the Roman ruins of Mérida

Mérida is a UNESCO World Heritage Site: it is an ancient city founded by the Romans in 25 BCE as Augusta Emerita. This makes it the ideal location for getting lost among the age-old streets, buildings, and scenery of one of Spain's largest archaeological sites.

5. Hiking and swimming in the Garganta de los Infiernos Natural Park

This Natural Reserve provides five hiking routes of varying lengths, allowing you to select the one that best suits you and your group.

Some famous dishes of Extremadura are cocido extremeño, potaje de garbanzos y judías blancas (chick pea and bean soup), sopa blanca de ajos (white garlic soup), potaje de castañas secas (chestnut soup), olla con asaura (a stew with offal and blood), and gazpacho extremeño (variants of gazpacho, sometimes with ham or pennyroyal mint).

1. Aquabadajoz water park.
2. Stargazing cruise.
3. Cheese Factory tour and tasting.
4. Las Encomiedas wineries trip.

Markets are open on different days across the region and here are some you might want to visit during your camping vacation. In Almaraz, in Calle Miguel de Cervantes on Mondays, on Tuesday in Brozas, in Plaza Príncipe de Asturias. On Saturday in Trujillanos, in Recinto Ferial - Plaza Felipe Trigo. 

1. Fiesta del Cerezo en Flor

11 villages make up the Valle del Jerte region, where it is tradition to celebrate the Cherry Blossom Festival with the arrival of spring in the valley.

2. Corpus Christi, San Vicente de Alcántara (Badajoz)

During the second or third Sunday of June, the streets of this town are decorated with colourful carpets, which the Corpus Christi procession goes through, undoing them as it passes along.

3. The Encamisá or carrera of San Antón.

4. Route of Emperor Charles V, La Vera (Cáceres).

The most popular types of camping in Spain's Extremadura region are bungalow camping, glamping, and camping pitches. Most Extremadura campsites also have swimming pools, so you should start planning an enjoyable camping vacation in Extremadura right away.

RV pitches in Extremadura's campsites are frequently located near a natural water source, allowing you to stretch your legs after a day of exploring. Pitches are large, with water and wastewater removal points as well as electrical outlets.

Glamping is another excellent vacation option. It is quite popular in Extremadura, so you should have no trouble finding a suitable location with safari tents and wooden lodges. The most significant advantages of glamping are that nature is always nearby without compromising your comfort, allowing you to travel light without packing a tent.

Staying at a holiday park is highly recommended if you plan to go camping in Extremadura with children. This type of campsite provides entertainment and workshops for your children, as well as aquatic fun, while you can relax by the swimming pool, participate in your favourite sports, or grab a snack and ice cream at the restaurant or a drink at the bar without leaving the premises.