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Carlos V Route (PR-CC 1)

Distance

27.7 km

Duration

9 h

Difficulty

Medium-high

Elevation gain

+1,145 m

Elevation loss

-1,145 m

Description

The Carlos V Route (PR-CC 1) is a historic trail that follows the journey made by Emperor Charles V in 1556 on his way to the Monastery of Yuste. With a linear route of about 27.7 km, it links Tornavacas with Jarandilla de la Vera, crossing mountain landscapes, chestnut and oak woods, and various bridges and mountain passes. The route passes through the Garganta de los Infiernos Nature Reserve and combines historical, cultural, and natural values. It is a demanding route, highly valued by hikers and history enthusiasts.

Observations

General observations

Sendero PR-CC 1 señalizado con amarillo y blanco. Ruta lineal más popular del Valle del Jerte, que une Tornavacas (~860 m alt.) con Jarandilla de la Vera (~600 m alt.) cruzando la Reserva Natural Garganta de los Infiernos, siguiendo el mismo camino que recorrió el Emperador Carlos V en 1556. Alcanza los 1.475 m en el Collado de las Yeguas. Segunda página de folleto: https://turismovalledeljerte.com/images/recursos/naturaleza-activa/senderismo/carlosv/folleto/pagina-guia2carlosv.jpg

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Municipality

Tornavacas

Start

Tornavacas

End

Jarandilla de la Vera

Route type

Lineal

Signposted

Yes

Address

Inicio en Plaza Nueva, Tornavacas (Cáceres)

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