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EL ENCINAREJO - Ventana del Visitante
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This hiking trail is designed around the Jándula River. On this pleasant walk, you can enjoy the contrast between the riverside ecosystems and those of a typical open oak woodlands (dehesas) of the Sierra de Andújar Natural Park.
The hiking trail begins at the iron bridge that crosses the Jándula River, which is also the main entrance to the natural park. A recreational area with barbecues and tables stretches along the right bank of the river. In this section of the hiking trail we can see the characteristic vegetation of the riverside forests of the park such as ash trees, alders, salix eleagnos, oleanders and tamarix gallica, which serve as a refuge for the fauna of this humid area including gray herons, grebes, common moorhens and if we are lucky we may be able to spot an otter. It is also interesting to see the presence of small flocks of azure-winged magpies and iberian magpies that usually approach visitors waiting for food.
In this same section and to our left, in the Solana del Coscojar, we can see, on the hillside, that the vegetation changes notably, with holm oaks appearing along with stone pines, mastics and barberries.
Following the river bank, we arrive at the edge of the Encinarejo reservoir dam. This is a small reservoir, more like a lake, whose purpose is to generate electrical energy.
Below the dam, cross the bridge to cross to the other shore, after a small ascent you reach the town of Encinarejo, built to house the employees who built the dam.
The rabbit is of great importance within the park. In addition to the traditional hunting uses in the area, it supports species of great interest such as the lynx, the imperial eagle and the mongoose.
The deer is the major game species of note in the natural park and the traditional way of hunting is 'montería' or hunting with dogs. The hunting tradition in this part of Sierra Morena comes from ancient times and constitutes a great source of income to the local economy.
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HOW TO GET
From Andújar head up to the Sierra on the A-6177 road until the road crosses the Jándula river over a metal bridge, next to which is the beginning of the hiking trail.
GOOD PRACTICES
Do not disturb or feed the animals. You would negatively alter their behavior.
Check the weather forecast before starting your activity.
Bring water, sun protection, suitable clothing and footwear.
Bring a mobile phone with enough battery in case of emergency (112), but remember that there is not always coverage.
For your safety and that of the environment, do not go off the signposted trail or take shortcuts.
Extreme caution in adverse conditions and in the occasional presence of animals or motor vehicles.
Follow the recommendations and comply with the regulations at all times
Respect the facilities put at your disposal. We all pay for its maintenance.
Help prevent fires. Do not throw cigarettes or any other object that produces combustion.
Trash doesn't come back alone. Take it with you to the nearest container. Reduce, reuse, recycle.
Avoid going out alone. If you do, communicate the route and time of return to other people.
Noise is another form of pollution. In silence you will enjoy your experience more.
Live respectfully with the locals and other users. Respect private property.
Facilitate use for people with special needs.
By consuming local products and counting on local companies, you will contribute to rural development.
Practice responsible tourism and committed to the environment. Be a true ecotourist!
Never leave your pet in the wild. It would endanger the flora and fauna of the place.
Get around in a sustainable way: public transport, bicycle, on foot, electric or shared vehicle ... Park in the designated places
Do not leave a trace of your passage through nature. The best memory you can take with you is your own photograph.
Your safety is our concern, but it is your responsibility.
The conservation of natural spaces is also in your hands. Thank you for your collaboration!
Find out in advance about the possible existence of hunting activity and remember that all public use facilities are declared safety zones.
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