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Distance
4.6 km
Duration
1 h 30 min
Difficulty
Low-medium
Elevation gain
+250 m
Elevation loss
-250 m
The Chestnut Tree Route (SL-CC 35) is a circular hiking trail located on the slopes of the Sierra de San Bernabé near the village of Casas del Castañar in the Jerte Valley. The route runs through a forest of centuries-old chestnut and oak trees, including several specimens officially recognized as Singular Trees due to their age and natural value. The trail is approximately 4.6 km long and can usually be completed in about one and a half hours, making it suitable for most visitors and families. The path is marked with green and white trail signs and offers scenic views of the Jerte Valley and its traditional cherry orchards. Along the route, hikers can observe impressive chestnut trunks that have stood for centuries, reflecting the historical importance of chestnut forests in the local rural economy.
Municipality
Casas del Castañar
Start
Casas del Castañar
End
Casas del Castañar
Route type
Circular
Signposted
Yes
Address
Inicio en Casas del Castañar, zona de la Avenida de los Fundadores / Casa de la Cultura (Valle del Jerte, Cáceres)
How to get there
The starting point is on the same road that runs through the village, right next to the CIMBRA Interpretation Centre. There is a car park just below the Casas del Castañar Municipal Sports Hall.
Best season
Any time of year is fine, but autumn stands out.
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