로스 포수엘로스 데 칼라트라바‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪19‬개의 천연기념물

Piedrabuena is located in the northwestern central part of the province, on the edge of Campo de Calatrava. It is a land with water, dazzling with its green color and with the life that runs through the Bullaque River and numerous streams such as Bullaquejo, Puerto de las Tinajas or Alcornocal. The Natural Monument of the Piedrabuena Volcano is located, as its name indicates, in the town of Piedrabuena (Ciudad Real), in the volcanic area of Campo de Calatrava. Its age could range between eight and one and a half million years. This volcano is undoubtedly one of the most extensive spots formed by eruptive rocks in the region. The place where the exit conduit was located is located to the north-northeast of the town. Above it, lava materials accumulated, giving rise to a steep hill. From there, a large blanket or flow spread widely, surrounding what is now the urban center.

Alcolea de Calatrava is located in the central part of the historic Campo de Calatrava, between the Alcudia Valley and the Toledo Mountains. Mainly, what we will find in its 71 km2 area are several small mountain ranges full of craters and volcanic lagoons that give it a special geomorphological and landscape attraction. The area that includes this term, and the neighboring Picón, is perhaps the one in which the most remains of Castillejos are preserved, probably due to its proximity to the permanent waters of the Guadiana River.

The path that passes by the Río Guadiana lets us see this area where a dam has been built and which can be a good time to take a short break!

Today after a few days raining a beautiful landscape and a good flow.

Like other lagoons in the area, this one originated when magma came into contact with groundwater. The violent explosion generated a crater 500 meters in diameter and a maximum depth of 100 meters. The lagoon is surrounded by a forest of holm oaks, kermes oaks, mastics and cornicabras. The lagoon water also attracts birds such as black and white storks, imperial eagles, short-toed eagles, golden eagles and black vultures.

Perched in the Sierra de las Medias Lunas, this volcanic lagoon is one of the most beautiful in this region due to its red splash deposits on the edge of the main crater, which are what also give it its name (Peñarroya). The lagoon or maar is more than a kilometer in diameter and is surrounded by Mediterranean forest, holm oak meadows and pastures.

Some dreamlike views and landscapes, the climb to the viewpoint is a bit complicated but it is worth it.

This natural monument is located between the municipalities of Alcolea de Calatrava and Corral de Calatrava and is included in the Campo de Calatrava volcanic complex. The volcano stands out for its magnificent 60 m cone. high, one of the best examples of Strombolian-type buildings. The lagoon was formed when lava from the volcano imprisoned the Lobo stream.