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Granadilla

Zarza de Granadilla, Spain

History

A walled village abandoned in the 1960s for a reservoir that never flooded it, now partly restored. Free entry with limited opening hours; walk the walls and climb the castle keep.

Nearest town
Zarza de Granadilla, Spain
Category
History & culture
GPS
40.2680, -6.0970

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Victoriano MartinMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Granadilla · 12 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping RiomaloCampsite
    15 km from Granadilla
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping Bungalows Las CañadasCampsite
    18 km from Granadilla
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  • Camping El PinajarroCampsite
    18 km from Granadilla
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  • Camping Vega de FranciaMotorhome stopover
    19 km from Granadilla
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  • El Burro BlancoCampsite
    24 km from Granadilla
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All campsites in Spain · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Granadilla?

Granadilla is in Zarza de Granadilla, Spain, at GPS 40.2680, -6.0970. It is about 25 km from La Alberca.

Can you camp near Granadilla?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Victoriano Martin, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 16 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Granadilla?

Granadilla is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Sierra de Francia, Las Hurdes and the Jerte valley.

What is there to see near Granadilla?

Places worth a stop nearby: Meandro del Melero (14 km), Peña de Francia (28 km), Garganta de los Infiernos (28 km) and Salto del Gitano, Monfragüe (49 km).

When is the best time to visit Granadilla?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)