The best city hikes and walks around Caceres

The historic center of Cáceres, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most impressive monumental sites in Spain. Strolling through its cobblestone streets is like stepping back in time to the Middle Ages, thanks to its excellent state of preservation and the absence of modern buildings that disrupt its aesthetics.

The San Francisco Bridge in Cáceres is a historic structure that has undergone several transformations over the years. Originally built in the 16th century, this medieval bridge is located in the eastern part of the city, on the old road to Trujillo. The bridge was built to level the terrain of a promenade next to the San Francisco convent and was adorned with two rows of black poplars planted in 1752.

In 2011, the redevelopment and remodeling works of the Plaza Mayor were completed, led by architects Antonino Antequera, Francisco Pol Méndez and Asunción Rodríguez Montejano. The project included the creation of several spaces, such as the Summer Plaza, a shady place with trees and fountains; the Winter Square, flanked by a fountain wall and a continuous stone bench; the new Music Forum, in the Balbos Forum, next to the Town Hall, for chamber concerts; and a large central free space for events, whose pavement formally recalls the vernacular Cáceres brick vault, and which has water fountains to combat the summer heat. If you visit Cáceres, you cannot miss exploring this emblematic Plaza Mayor and admiring its rich history and architecture.

Being able to walk anywhere through its narrow cobblestone streets is like traveling to another era. You will be surrounded by mansions, Renaissance palaces and churches crowned with stork nests and you will understand why Cáceres is a World Heritage City. Prepare your camera to photograph one of the most beautiful historic centers in Spain.

This gate was one of the access points opened due to the need for passage between the main gates of the wall. This gate was one of the accesses opened due to the need for passage between the main gates of the wall. The current appearance dates back to the 18th century. The outer arch, towards the walkway, is topped by a niche that contains a modern image of Saint Anne with the Virgin and Child. The interior is made up of a succession of beautiful screw vaults made of brick, characteristic of Cáceres. Recommendations: From this gate you can access two places, Postigo Street and Plaza Publio Hurtado, the fastest way to get to Plaza de San Juan.

This palace, also known as “the House of Tricks” is located on General Ezponda Street. Ordered to be built by D. Pedro García de Galarza, Bishop of Coria in 1579, the palace was renovated in the 16th century in Plateresque style, highlighting the corner window of the tower and the courtyard with columns inside with the Bishop's coat of arms. Galarza. It currently houses offices of the Bishopric of Coria-Cáceres. D. Pedro García de Galarza would leave his mark on numerous religious buildings in the city, as he also ordered the renovation of the Episcopal Palace and founded the seminary of his own name, which would be demolished in the mid-20th century.

Traditional stone hotel restaurant with modern interior patio located 3 minutes' walk from the Iglesia Concatedral de Santa María. 3 Michelin stars.

House-Palace of cultural interest with monument status since 1992. Located outside the Monumental City, very close to the Plaza Mayor, this palace-house is a work from various periods, although the main façade dates back to the 16th century. XVIII, we can see remains of a tower from the 18th century. XV. Inside we find a patio from the 17th century. XVII, with semicircular arches on Tuscan columns. He belonged to the Carvajal family, of which Manuel Godoy, prime minister of King Carlos IV, was a relative.