About the destination

 Cabañeros National Park is located in Castile-La Mancha, in between the provinces of Toledo and Ciudad Real. The natural area is home to threatened birds such as Iberian imperial eagle, black vulture and black stork. It is also a refuge for deers, 100 different types of trees and more than 1.000 different Mediterranean flora.

Cabañeros was declared a National Park due to a strong conservation campaign against turning the area against a military firing range. Today, it is the largest hunting field in Spain, due to its large game communities and hunting interest. 

Large plains as the result of erosion and well-preserved natural landscapes from the Middle Ages to the XIX century. There are also important fossil deposits with the biggest trilobite prints in Europe.

Ecotourism experiences

Cabañeros National Park is a must-visit destination for responsible wildlife watching with a local guide. We recommend a dynamic itinerary with a local guide combining a route on a 4×4 with a short hike to delve into the fauna, flora, history, geology and traditions of the protected area. You will visit spots of restricted access to the public and, in autumn, you will also enjoy the deer bellowing from a view point only available through this experience. 

The night sky is also at its best in Cabañeros and there are plenty of opportunities to learn about the constellations with guided experiences in wide empty espaces like Alcoba de los Montes. 

For further information and bookings 

You can live this experience together with our local ecotourism host. Please enquire to Destinos Manchegos on +34 926  850 371 or by email at info@destinosmanchegos.com to check availability and your preferred dates.

This experience is part of the 2022 Ecotourism Escapes Brochure (only in Spanish)

The Ecotourism Club in Spain groups together destinations and companies which guarantee, by fulfilling a series of requirements, their commitment to conservation and local sustainable development.  That is why it has created its own brand “Ecotourist in Spain” and the website www.ecotouristinspain.com, where you can find protected areas, accommodation and companies which offer their tourism services, as well as experiences and activities committed to the preservation of the area in which they take place.

About the destination

The Sierra Espuña Regional Park is a protected area in southeastern Spain. These mountains are covered by dense masses of pine forests that are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna species. The park is home to 38 species of mammals, 7 types of amphibians, and over 123 species of birds. Due to the presence of the Euroasian eagle-owl and the Golden eagle, the area has been declared as a ‘Special Protection Area for Birds” (SPA).

More than 40% of the plant diversity of the region of Murcia live in the Sierra Espuña, with almost a thousand different species in less than 20,000 hectares.

Regarding cultural heritage, 26 snow pits (ice houses), built in the 16^th century, can be found in the park, as well as remains of the reforestation efforts of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Ecotourism experiences

The Sierra Espuña is known as the “Mountain of the Sun”, as it is sunny most of the year. This makes the park a perfect place for ecotourism experiences all year round.

Guided walking is one of the highlights of the destination. The great forest of Espuña leads to a path crossing the village of El Berro taking you to impressive gorges and cliffs. Unmissable local heritage can be found along the trail. Your local guide will explain the natural and cultural heritage of the area.

If you like local traditions that are connected to nature the Sierra Espuña invites you to explore the world of shepherds and enjoy a day as a “shepherd’s apprentice” with real shepherds whose families have been in the trade for generations. Surrounded by cowbells and orders being given sheep, goats and dogs, a real ecotourism experience begins, helping visitors to learn about the past and present of a shepherd’s life, both in the corrals and on his journey around the mountains.

For further information and bookings 

You can live this experience together with our local ecotourism host. Please enquire to Ecoturismo Granada AV on +34 666 405 811 or by email at ecoturismogranada@gmail.com to check availability and your preferred dates.

This experience is part of the 2022 Ecotourism Escapes Brochure (only in Spanish)

The Ecotourism Club in Spain groups together destinations and companies which guarantee, by fulfilling a series of requirements, their commitment to conservation and local sustainable development.  That is why it has created its own brand “Ecotourist in Spain” and the website www.ecotouristinspain.com, where you can find protected areas, accommodation and companies which offer their tourism services, as well as experiences and activities committed to the preservation of the area in which they take place.

About the destination

The Natural Park of the Sierras Subbéticas Cordobesas is located in the province of Córdoba , the heart of Andalusia. It is a destination of great scenic beauty and important ecological and geological interest, with diverse landscapes that range from calcareous peaks to gentler terrains of olive groves and enchanting towns. 

One of the most interesting ecotourism activities is the “Vía Verde del Aceite”, a trail based on an old railway line that has been restored for hikers and cyclists. Close by we find the Iznájar reservoir, the largest body of freshwater in Andalusia, where different water sports can be enjoyed. The local heritage and culture are also highlights of the destination, with an important archaeological and monumental legacy.

Ecotourism experiences

The Sierras Subbéticas Natural Park is a great destination for cycling and there is no better way to explore it than joining guided cycling tours. One of the most popular cycling trails starts at Luque Station where you can see old wagons that have been transformed into a bar, and the olive oil museum. From here you will bike to the nearby town of Zuheros, a small village at the top of aa rocky hill and enjoy its Mediaeval castle and the karstic cave of “Los Murciélagos”

However, if you are passionate about olive oil, your local hosts can take you to immerse yourself in a sea of ancient olive groves. Meet an experienced farmer at Brácana who will talk to you about the history and varieties of ancient olive trees, as well as explain how to care for them. After this experience, your senses will discover the tastes, smells and nuances of different oils in an Extra Virgin olive oil tasting class. One of the best in the world!

All these activities can be enjoyed with the family. The Natural Park of the Sierras Subbéticas Cordobesas is an ideal destination to enjoy with your children.

For further information and bookings 

You can live this experience together with our local ecotourism host. Please enquire to Ecoturismo Granada AV on +34 666 405 811 or by email at ecoturismogranada@gmail.com to check availability and your preferred dates.

This experience is part of the 2022 Ecotourism Escapes Brochure (only in Spanish)

The Ecotourism Club in Spain groups together destinations and companies which guarantee, by fulfilling a series of requirements, their commitment to conservation and local sustainable development.  That is why it has created its own brand “Ecotourist in Spain” and the website www.ecotouristinspain.com, where you can find protected areas, accommodation and companies which offer their tourism services, as well as experiences and activities committed to the preservation of the area in which they take place.

About the destination

Redes is a Natural Park and Biosphere Reserve located in Asturias. The area offers a wide variety of landscapes such as glacials, karst landforms, large pastures, hills and lush woodlands. 

The power of the rivers has sculpted open valleys and impressive limestone gorges, like the Alba river and Arrudos gorges. The Park is also home to two of the largest reservoirs in Asturias, which supply water to a large part of central Asturias. 

Redes also stands out for its extremely steep terrain and extensive beech and native oak tree forests. It has the largest area of woodland in Asturias, favourite for the Cantabrian Brown Bear or birds like the golden eagle or the Egyptian vulture. Human settlements have integrated into the natural environment through traditional activities that respect the environment, creating a rich ethnographic and cultural heritage.

Ecotourism experiences

Redes is a fantastic ecoturismo destination to learn about the Asturian way of living and delve into the lush natural world. You can become a beekeeper for a day by putting on your beekeeper’s outfit to go to the apiary and learn about the world of pollinators with a real beekeeper. You will see with your own eyes how the bees live, organise themselves and work to create their honey, as well as the problems they are currently suffering and the impact they have on the world we live in.

Also, you can join a guided hiking route over the Puente D’Arcu. During this route, you will learn the traditional uses of the land and how the landscape has been changing to what we are seeing today. You will stop to see the mediaeval bridge of Puente D’Arcu and the facilities of Güerta-school, an agroecological farm in Aturian.

For further information and bookings 

You can live this experience together with our local ecotourism host. Please enquire to GenuineSpain on WhatsApp +34 677 658 595 or by email at info@genuinespain.es to check availability and your preferred dates.

This experience is part of the 2022 Ecotourism Escapes Brochure (only in Spanish)

The Ecotourism Club in Spain groups together destinations and companies which guarantee, by fulfilling a series of requirements, their commitment to conservation and local sustainable development.  That is why it has created its own brand “Ecotourist in Spain” and the website www.ecotouristinspain.com, where you can find protected areas, accommodation and companies which offer their tourism services, as well as experiences and activities committed to the preservation of the area in which they take place.

About the destination

The delta of the river Ebro is a Natural Park and Biosphere Reserve located in Tarragona, Catalonia. It offers an incomparable, unique and singular landscape of great biological interest of 320 km2 and a vital Mediterranean wetland.

The delta is also a vibrant destination where nature merges with traditions, culture, architectural heritage and history closely linked to rice farming. The rice paddies dominate the protected area, but there are also lagoons surrounded by reeds and rushes, large areas of brackish soils and long and deserted beaches of dune formations.

The protected area is also a bird watching hotspot all throughout the year. Over 70% of the world population of the rare Audouin’s Gull breeds in the Ebro Delta and the exotic flamingo is also a common feature of the area.

The gastronomy is also a key feature of the delta, where a diverse array of local products make quality dishes and outstanding Mediterranean cuisine. 

Ecotourism experiences

In the delta of the river Ebro Natural Park, your local hosts are waiting for you to show you the different ecosystems of the protected area and its bird diversity. The best way to do so is to join in an “Eco-cultural Safari”: start  your day in a vehicle tour of the natural area to end in the rice paddies, discovering the traditional cultivation of rice through the knowledge of local people. 

To learn more about the cultural heritage of the area, you can visit the Ecomuseum – Interpretation Centre of the Natural Park, in the town of Deltebre. Here you can join a guided tour over the estuary down to the sea and spot the different wildlife and cultural heritage you can find along the way.

For further information and bookings 

You can live this experience together with our local ecotourism host. Please enquire to Nòmada Viatges on +34 977 481 497 or by email at comercial@nomadaviatges.com to check availability and your preferred dates.

This experience is part of the 2022 Ecotourism Escapes Brochure (only in Spanish)

The Ecotourism Club in Spain groups together destinations and companies which guarantee, by fulfilling a series of requirements, their commitment to conservation and local sustainable development.  That is why it has created its own brand “Ecotourist in Spain” and the website www.ecotouristinspain.com, where you can find protected areas, accommodation and companies which offer their tourism services, as well as experiences and activities committed to the preservation of the area in which they take place.

About the destination

Mariñas Coruñesas, in A Coruña, Galicia, is an atypical Biosphere Reserve due to its urban-rural dynamics. These include good communication links, well preserved cultural and natural heritage and superb gastronomy featuring seasonal and local products.

Water is very important in the protected area. It leads to a great variety of ecotourism experiences on its rivers and estuaries and as part of their cultural heritage. There is a vast array of walking routes that hold the mystical spirit of Galicia with its legends and traditions. In the most rural areas of the Biosphere Reserve, there are “castros”, monasteries, castles, traditional roads called “Corredoiras”, surrounded by ancestral forests. 

Ecotourism experiences

Mariñas Coruñesas Biosphere Reserve is a thriving destination for ecotourism experience both from the ocean and inland. 

From the waters of the Ría de Betanzos, in a 100% electric boat, you can navigate free of noise or pollution to get closer to the different birds, without disturbing their calm. You will enjoy an interpretive experience to discover the natural and cultural features of the area together with your local guides, in addition to obtaining fantastic panoramic views of the coast of the Reserve and estuary.

Inland, you can join a guided walk to discover one of the core areas of the Biosphere Reserve and Natural Monument: the Coast of Dexo-Serantes, an area of cliffs facing the Atlantic and the city of A Coruña. You can also join a guided tour to the Pazo and the Mariñian Gardes and visit one of the Ornithological Observatories of the Ría de Betanzos together with experts. 

For further information and bookings 

You can live this experience together with our local ecotourism host. Please enquire to Viajes Alumar on +34 678  776  951 or by email at info@viaxesalumar.com to check availability and your preferred dates.

This experience is part of the 2022 Ecotourism Escapes Brochure (only in Spanish)

The Ecotourism Club in Spain groups together destinations and companies which guarantee, by fulfilling a series of requirements, their commitment to conservation and local sustainable development.  That is why it has created its own brand “Ecotourist in Spain” and the website www.ecotouristinspain.com, where you can find protected areas, accommodation and companies which offer their tourism services, as well as experiences and activities committed to the preservation of the area in which they take place.