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Las Pilas de Collado is a natural pool located in Collado de la Vera (Cáceres), formed by cold, crystal-clear waters originating from the Pedro Chate gorge, as well as smaller gorges that descend from the mountains. It is a much-loved spot for its verdant surroundings, rocks, natural shade, and tranquil atmosphere.

Cuacos de Yuste is closely linked to the Monastery of San Jerónimo de Yuste, where Charles V spent his final days, making it one of Spain's most important historical sites. The monastery, a blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture, is considered the jewel of the municipality and receives highly praise for its state of preservation and surroundings.

Cuacos de Yuste is a village with enormous historical value, rural charm and spectacular nature, ideal for those seeking tranquility, well-preserved heritage and contact with the legacy of Emperor Charles V.

Incredible town, full of history and magical corners

Cuacos de Yuste stands out for its traditional mountain architecture, with its masonry, adobe, and half-timbered houses, and a winding network of streets that retain their medieval essence. It is famous for the Yuste Monastery, where Emperor Charles I retired during his final years. The town also offers a natural environment rich in water, with fountains and streams that reinforce its rural and verdant character.

It is one of the climbs that I enjoyed the most in the southern area of the Sierra de Gredos. We start from Candelada, a town that is worth visiting and where there are all kinds of services, including a bicycle shop and workshop, taking a very narrow road that takes us directly to the sanctuary. It is a climb in steps, with 3 hard areas and 2 rest sections, the first steeper than the second. When leaving Candeleda there is a small descent. When crossing a bridge, the climb begins with a hard ramp, and after 1 km, the hardest km of the climb arrives with an average of 9% and ramps above 10%. After overcoming it and leaving behind another kilometer that is gentler at 6%, there comes a rest, after which we tackle the second section of the climb, where we find the hardest ramp of the climb, with a maintained 13% area. After this point, a new break arrives, much shorter than the previous one. We thus approach the third section of the climb, the longest at approximately 4 km, with a hard ramp in the second km and the last two kilometers at 5%, to enjoy the landscape and views. The road is very narrow, with smooth but irregular asphalt, very typical of secondary roads in this area. Highly recommended!!

Without a doubt, this is one of the great discoveries of our trip to the Sierra de Gredos. Although it is not a renowned architectural monument, the Sanctuary is worth visiting for its location, its views, the interesting climb from Candeleda by bicycle and the pleasant walk that can be taken in its surroundings.

This small hermitage, built in the 16th and 17th centuries, is located in an environment of lush vegetation and beauty. Inside, the miracle of the Virgin of Chilla, the patron saint of Candeleda, is narrated on panels. The festivities in honor of the Virgin of Chilla, declared of National Tourist Interest, are celebrated on the second and third weekend of September. The sanctuary is located 6 km from Candeleda and offers magnificent panoramic views of the Rosarito Reservoir and the sky. Legend has it that the Virgin appeared to a shepherd named Finardo, who had lost a goat due to eating weeds. The Virgin resurrected the goat, and since then, it has always been represented that way. If you ever have the opportunity to visit this place, you will be immersed in a spiritual and tranquil experience surrounded by the natural beauty of the area. 🌿🌟