ES0000052 SIERRA PELADA Y RIVERA DEL ASERRADOR - Ventana del Visitante
The name of this natural area, Sierra Pelada, refers to a mid-mountain area that is located in the western stretches of the Sierra de Aracena. It is a topography of contrasts; linear mountain ranges covered in vegetation, deep ravines, and a gallery forest alongside the Rivera del Aserrador river.
On the Rivera del Aserrador trail, walkers can enjoy dense riverside forest, with the sound of the wind rustling the leaves of poplars and ash trees, accompanied by the croaking of frogs and toads. Away from the river, you will find sections of Portuguese oaks, and meadows made up of cork and holm oaks.
To get up close and personal with the mountains, you can walk the Sierra Pelada trail. Large tracts of land have been modified by mankind, whereby indigenous vegetation was replaced by stone pines and huge quantities of eucalyptus, arranged in terraces for the pulp and paper industry. The exploitation of the forest has been the main resource for the small populations of the area, concentrated in towns such as Centinela and Mustio. From the latter you can access the Barranco del Aserrador, a rugged landscape of great beauty. Birds of prey such as the short-toed eagle, and mammals, such as the wild cat, reside here.
The place is well known due to the fact that it is home to one of the most important colonies of black vulture in the Iberian Peninsula. For keen birdwatchers, it is possible to see these huge birds of prey and other endangered species such as the black stork in flight from the summits of Pelada, Mármol and Mojón. Another way to get to know the area is by cycling or horse riding.
The town of Aroche is close by. Remnants of prehistoric settlements survive, such as dolmens and menhirs, known as the Devil´s Stones. A visit to Aroche Castle is also recommended.
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Provinces Huelva
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Municipalities Aroche, Cortegana, Rosal De La Frontera
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Total area 12.234,37 ha.
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Declaration Date 24 - December - 2016
Go to our visitor centres, information points and ecomuseums to get the most out of your visit.
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.
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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.
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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!
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