Collado: Nature, Culture and Regional Cuisine

The Ruta de las Dos Juntas begins and ends at Plaza El Llano in Collado de la Vera. The six-kilometre circular route has a low difficulty level, follows the Arroyo de las Posadillas and approaches the Garganta Pedro Chate.

When comparing holiday apartments in Collado, travel dates, room category and cancellation policies can make different options transparent on the respective offer pages. This information forms part of the accommodation decision, while the landscape, culture and regional cuisine establish the connection with the destination.

Landscape

The terrain around Collado de la Vera is predominantly hilly. Granite and slate hills with small gorges shape the landscape. To the south, it becomes flatter and forms productive irrigated vegas.

The surroundings of Collado de la Vera include chestnut, oak and cork oak forests. There is also scrubland with heather, strawberry trees and rockroses. The Garganta Pedro Chate is designated as a “Paraje Pintoresco” (“Picturesque Site”).

Culture and Festivals

The Iglesia Parroquial San Cristóbal dates from the 15th century. It was built using masonry, sillarejo masonry and brick.

Since the 16th century, Collado de la Vera has held the privilege of the Santo Jubileo. The Santo Jubileo takes place on the Wednesday of Holy Week and represents a plenary indulgence.

The Fiestas de Nuestra Sra. del Rosario take place on the first weekend of October in Collado de la Vera and include both a religious and a social programme. The Fiestas Patronales de San Cristóbal are celebrated on the first weekend of August.

Nature and Activities

Garganta Las Pilas is a natural bathing area on the Garganta Pedro Chate in the municipality of Collado de la Vera. The area has clear, cold water suitable for swimming.

Fishing is permitted without difficulty in Collado de la Vera. Action Vera operates a multi-adventure centre in Collado de la Vera, in the north of the province of Cáceres.

The circular route, bathing area, fishing and multi-adventure centre represent different types of activities. Information about the route length, difficulty level, water and available facilities helps compare different ideas for a day out.

Regional Cuisine

The cuisine of Collado includes tomato soup and migas extremeñas, among other dishes. Other specialities include oven-baked or stewed goat meat, asparagus, seasonal mushrooms and cured meats. Seasonal fruit includes cherries, figs and chestnuts.

Collado is part of the production area for paprika, ham and extra virgin olive oil. Each of these three products has its own designation of origin.

Further destination pages: Riolobos, La Cumbre, Robledillo De La Vera, Cadalso, Jarilla, Piornal, Baños De Montemayor, Las Casiñas Altas.

The Plaza and Local Life

The Plaza de Collado de la Vera is a typical and welcoming meeting place for locals and visitors. In addition to the parish church, the plaza is also home to a fuente-pilón, a traditional fountain and trough.

A walk through the streets of Collado de la Vera provides an opportunity to experience the local culture, traditions and popular festivals.

For the broader travel overview: Cáceres.