Mountain stream that supplies water to the Lavadero del Chorro in Barrado.
Municipality
Barrado
Suggested visit time
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Access
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Garganta de los Caños is a small stream that flows through the municipality of Barrado in the Jerte Valley. It is part of the local hydrographic network and eventually joins the Garganta del Obispo, the main watercourse in the area. Historically, its waters supplied the Lavadero del Chorro, a traditional public washhouse used by the village residents. The surrounding landscape features riparian vegetation, granite rocks and small water drops, typical of the natural gorges found throughout the Jerte Valley.
Address
Entorno del Lavadero del Chorro, Barrado (Valle del Jerte, Cáceres)
The stream is located near the Lavadero del Chorro, on the outskirts of the historic center of Barrado. It can be reached on foot by following the streets that descend from Plaza de España and the Church of San Sebastián towards the Chorro area, where the washhouse and the course of the Garganta de los Caños are located.
Spring and autumn are the most recommended seasons to visit the stream, when water flow is more abundant and the surrounding vegetation is at its most attractive. In summer, it can provide a cooler environment, while in winter rainfall may increase the flow and make access paths wetter.
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It is recommended to include the visit as part of a walking route through Barrado, combining it with the Lavadero del Chorro and other nearby traditional elements. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear, stay on accessible paths, and respect the natural environment without altering the watercourse or surrounding vegetation.
The area around the stream may include wet rocks, uneven ground, and small slopes, which can increase the risk of slipping, especially after rainfall. Caution is advised when walking near the water, and children should be supervised at all times.