Waterways
Valle del Jerte is the valley of water. The union between valley and river is such that they even came to share the same name. The river was born at the top of the valley next to Tornavacas Port; humble origins for a true force of nature that sustains the life of this district. The valley and river cannot be understood without the network of creeks and ravines that feed them, forming a water system of transparent blood that circulates the valley below looking for a path between imposing rock walls. This millennia old struggle has formed a network of intricate labyrinths that hide a handful of unique geographic spaces: the ravines of Valle del Jerte, true geological and environmental treasures. To approach this path of water and rock is to approach the very heart and history of this valley at the foot of the Gredos sierra; a journey that leads us to corners where natural beauty is shown in all its splendour.
Waterways - Caozo Waterfall
PIORNAL
Caozo waterfall, located in Bonal ravine, is one of the valley’s most famous waterfalls, both for its spectacularity and beauty, and easy access. It is accessible by car from the motorway linking Valdastillas with Prional. Valdastillas is where the trail SL-CC 32 (Caozo Waterfall) begins for those who prefer enjoying this landscape with a gentle walk. Here the crystal clear water fragments into white liquid curtains that fall down the vertiginous back of a rock giant. As well as Caozo, Bonal ravine also has El Calderón waterfall and a bathing zone of the same name further along, next to a humble stone bridge: Los Molinos bridge.
