9 Essentials: what to see and do in Valle del Jerte (Cáceres)

If you do not know the Jerte Valley, surely you know of the fame that has been earned by beauty of its landscapes during the cherry blossom season in spring.

This is what I have been able to verify during my visits to said valley in that time of the year to make a beautiful car route between cherry blossoms, which no one has been able to enjoy this year due to the great health crisis from which we are little by little leaving.

But this valley located on the edge of the Cáceres province, riding a Estremadura, and the south of the province of Áila, has enough attractions to visit it at other times of the year.

And even more so when to enjoy the you are searching as a priority nature destinations in Spain.

In this regard, the Jerte Valley is a ideal destination during the summer, a period that largely coincides with the cherry picking,

But also in the following months, when you can see spectacular autumn landscapes coinciding with the so-called Autumn in the Jerte Valley.

Therefore, you have to stay with the idea that this nature destination has enough attractions to make a getaway at any time of the year.

The best things to see and do for tourism in the Jerte Valley

Below I will give you enough reasons to visit the Jerte Valley at different times of the year.

See the Cherry Blossoms in the Jerte Valley in spring

Of course, during the year the first great reason you have to make a getaway to the Jerte Valley is to see the great spectacle of the cherry blossoms.

Between the end of March and the beginning of AprilDepending on the more or less mild winter weather, the slopes of the valley are covered in the white color of cherry blossoms, a great spectacle that brings thousands of tourists to visit the valley every year.

The sinuous roads that run along both slopes between the plantations of cherry trees in full bloom They will allow you to take a car tour without stress,

And with enough peace of mind to take all the photos you want of these spring landscapes with snowy mountains in the background.

Here you have all the information about the best dates to see the cherry blossoms in the Jerte Valley, and Tips for taking a car route surrounded by cherry trees.

Beautiful towns with rural architecture in the Jerte Valley

I would deceive you if I told you that people that extend across the Jerte Valley They stand out especially for their architectural ensembles.

However, during your visit to said area of ​​the north of Cáceres You can walk through streets and corners where you will find good examples of country architectureas well as by heritage places.

In this regard you should know that in the Jerte Valley There have been human settlements since the Neolithic, and there are also remains of Celtic culture.

But in the towns that now extend along the slopes of the valley above all you will find examples of country architecture which in some cases date back to the Middle Ages.

On your tour through the valley you will see features half-timbered houses, But also stone houses On whose facades noble shields, symbols and legends are displayed.

You'll find parish churches of the 16th century, and also hermitages, like the Our Lady of Peñas Albas of the 18th century in valley head.

But the main characteristics of these towns are their winding streets with houses with balconies on both sides, or even with arcaded galleries.

You also find the latter in the aforementioned valley head, perhaps the most interesting town from an architectural point of view.

In its old town you will also see the characteristic configuration with alleys of an ancient Jewish neighborhood.

They will also catch your attention Canchal Houses, in the village of Rebollar, which are built on large masses of granite.

What to see and do in the Jerte Valley in summer

The arrival of summer coincides with the cherry picking season, as well as the Jerte Valley becomes a very pleasant destination for some summer vacation enjoying the nature.

How cherries are harvested in Valle del Jerte

Si You visit the Jerte Valley in June, you will have the opportunity to see the cherry covered trees.

At this time, and until the end of July, the valley celebrates The Cerecera, or what is the same, a series of activities that take place around the cherry world.

Among them you have the scheduled visits to cooperatives during which you can discover how the Jerte Valley It lives all year round around this fruit.

On your tour through the different areas and towns of the valley you will be able see how cherries are picked from the trees, how they are selected, which to a large extent continues to be carried out in the garages of farmers' homes, or how they are packaged in the group of cooperatives.

Gastronomy with cherries in the Jerte Valley

During the summer season, in the restaurants in the valley towns you can enjoy one cuisine with different preparations of dishes made with cherries.

Thus, and specifically during the Cerecera Gastronomic Days, you can try gazpacho or cherry salmorejo, any meat or fish dish complemented with cherries, or even desserts that combine, for example, cherries with chocolate.

Hiking to the Nogaledas Gorge in Valle del Jerte

On the slopes of the mountains that surround the valley, deep throats by which in spring and early summer occur mighty waterfalls.

El Jerte Valley has a wide network of hiking trails, up to 19, like that of the Puria Gorge, which part of the town of Reballar.

But if there is a route that is worth highlighting, it is the one that takes you to the Nogaledas Gorge.

This hiking route part of the town of Navaconcejo, and on an ascending path it will lead you to the succession of waterfalls that at that time you will surely find with a large torrent of water.

It is an area that I tell you that will surprise you because of the great lushness of its landscapes, more typical of places in northern Spain like Galicia.

Finally you will descend along a track that runs between large cherry tree plantations.

Bathe in the natural area of ​​Los Pilones in Valle del Jerte

En summer in the Jerte Valley It's hot, but there are various areas of natural pools in the Jerte river where you can bathe.

However, the most attractive and popular area to enjoy baths is the Los Pilones natural area, which you find in the nature reserve of the Hells Throat, and where you have to get there walking along a path of about three kilometers.

Now, to get to know this natural park, you can also sign up for a 4×4 excursion through the Garganta de los Infiernos two hours long, or this other Tour of the natural pools four hours long.

the pylons It is a very curious place where there are up to 13 natural ponds formed by the effect of erosion produced by the water that comes down with force through a rocky granite area.

If you prefer, you also have the option of getting on and off in authorized vehicles, specifically, a 4×4 vehicle.

Do Canyoning in the Jerte Valley

We always say the same thing, you can find the best and most lush landscapes practicing canyoning.

And compared to what you may think because it is a place located in a community with an image of dry land as it is Estremadura, you can also do this activity in the Jerte Valley.

In our case we took the excursion through the Papuos Ravine, one of the various canyoning areas what's in the valley.

This is the longest excursion, since in total you spend about 5-6 hours.

El Papuos Ravine It is one of the most popular as it combines several slides, waterfalls of up to 10-12 meters and beautiful rappels between waterfalls, including a truly spectacular 30-meter one.

Other adventure activities in the Jerte Valley

With a paraje natural how is he Jerte Valley there is no lack of a great offer of tourist and adventure activities carried out by various companies, such as Hells Throat o Alberjerte.

From to ride a horse, the aforementioned canyoning o climbing, to canoeing, kayak, Mountain bike u Birdwatching.

What to see and do in the Jerte Valley in autumn

You know the Jerte Valley stands out for its precious spring landscapes during the cherry blossom season, but maybe you don't know that in autumn It also offers spectacular landscapes.

Apart from the ocher colors that are concentrated in the oak and chestnut forests, in the Jerte Valley in autumn You will be surprised again by the cherry trees, whose leaves are covered in a spectacular red color, with which the autumn landscapes They are a true symphony of colors.

Here you have extensive information on how to view the autumn landscapes in the Jerte Valley and activities What can you do at that time?

Spa and wellness in Balneario del Jerte

And what better way to complete a day of activities in the Jerte Valley than give yourself a massage and enjoy the spa of the Jerte Spa.

It is a hotel located in front of Valdadillas, in the lower area of ​​the valley, where you can enjoy a wide range of treatments wellnesss, as well as taking a bath in the pools of the spa.

Best places to see near the Jerte Valley

Si vas a spend a few days in the Jerte Valley, I advise you to take advantage of doing excursions to other attractive towns that are close to it.

Without a doubt, during your stay it is essential to visit of Plasencia, but look at the map and you will see that other places of interest are also very close, such as the Yuste Monastery, Hervas, famous for its Jewish quarter, or the Avila Avila boat.