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The Top 20 Attractions around Plasencia

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Plasencia. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Plasencia is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: December 2, 2025

Monfragüe Castle

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In the heart of the Monfragüe National Park are the ruins of what was formerly a key point in weapons observation work in the Muslim era, the Monfragüe Castle was …

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Plaza Mayor de Plasencia

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The Plaza Mayor of Plasencia is the nerve center of the city, in the beginning it even functioned as a Bullring, like many other town squares in Spain. In this …

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Plasencia

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Stage 1. Plasencia/Béjar
58.7 kilometers. 640 positive meters.


In Roman times Plasencia did not exist, it was founded by Alfonso VIII in the 12th century to fortify the border of …

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Plasencia Cathedral

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The Old Cathedral follows a Romanesque plan, despite having been built in the 13th century. Almost all European artistic styles arrived in Extremadura with a considerable delay, since it was …

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Arco de Cáparra

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The arch had a height of about 13 meters. It is a quadriform arch that rises on four pillars that form four semicircular arches. Each pillar sits on a base …

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Los Pilones Natural Pools

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This impressive natural setting is one of those that remain stuck in the retina. With no more and no less than 13 natural pools, this incredible ravine shows off curious …

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Carlos V Bridge

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This beautiful stone bridge, which crosses over the Tres Cerros stream, is located in a spectacular setting. It is a much less crowded area than Los Pilones, and is part …

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Nogaleas Waterfalls

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This is one of the most popular and recognized tours in the province of Cáceres. It is an itinerary with 6 waterfalls and several viewpoints with very little technical difficulty, …

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Villarreal de San Carlos

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Villarreal de San Carlos is a district belonging to the town of Serradilla in the province of Cáceres, Autonomous Community of Extremadura, Spain. It was founded between 1758 and 1788 …

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Honduras Pass

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Spectacular views from this mountain pass. The Port of Honduras is located at 1440 meters above sea level on the CC-120 highway. The ascent from Hervás has about 17km gaining 920m with an average gradient of 5.2%

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