The Orellana reservoir is a reservoir on the Guadiana river in the province of Badajoz. It is the largest of those located in the middle section of the river, it is regulated by those of García de Sola and Cíjara and by the transfer of Zújar and La Serena.
A short walk out of the town of Orellana de Vieja brings you to the dam on the Embalse de Orellana that was built to contain the waters of the Guadiana River. On the shores of the reservoir you can find numerous beaches and recreational areas for practicing sports.