サントベニアの天然記念物・トップ6

An unexpected mirror in the middle of the road. The lagoon appears tranquil, almost motionless, as if the landscape had decided to pause for a long time. Water, sky, and silence playfully merging. It's not a place to arrive in a hurry: it's one of those places that steals a few minutes without asking permission and returns them to you in the form of calm.

It is the largest lagoon in the Lagunas de Villafáfila Nature Reserve.

Laguna Salina Grande is located in the Villafáfila Nature Reserve, in the province of Zamora. This lagoon is the largest in the reserve and is an ideal place for birdwatching, especially during winter and spring. In winter, thousands of geese and ducks congregate there, while in spring, a wide variety of waders can be observed. One of the most interesting routes to explore the area is the circular trail that passes by Laguna Salina Grande, the Otero de Sariegos bird observatory, and the Roman bridge in Villafáfila. This route offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy the reserve's wildlife and landscape.

Otero de Sariegos is an uninhabited village located in the municipality of Villafáfila, in the province of Zamora, Castile and León. This place is known for its natural lagoon, which attracts numerous tourists and birdwatchers due to the diversity of species found there. Historically, Otero de Sariegos has been linked to salt production since prehistoric times. The name "Sariegos" is believed to come from "saliegos," referring to salt producers. During the Middle Ages, salt exploitation reached its peak, and the area was filled with small villages dedicated to this activity. Although currently uninhabited, the site remains of interest for its historical and natural value.

This entire area is a wildlife sanctuary and a great place for bird watching. It's a great place to visit after the rainy season to see more birds, but when wet the trails can be tricky for a mountain bike.

Natural park and special protection area for migratory birds. The land is transformed into a massive wildlife habitat during the rainy season when the lakes are flooded.

The Lagunas de Villafáfila Nature Reserve is a protected wildlife reserve and an important stopover for migratory birds. Unfortunately, due to climate change, some years the lagoons dry up completely due to low rainfall.

Beautiful views of the Salina Grande Lagoon as we walk along a picturesque path that surrounds the Lagunas de Villafáfila Nature Reserve. Without a doubt, a luxury for lovers of mountain biking, gravel or hiking. If we feel like it and we have time, it is always worth going to the Casa del Parque de Villafáfila (€2 adults) next to the road. lagunasdevillafafila.es/centro-de-interpretacion-de-las-lagunas/la-casa-del-parque