Attractions and Places To See around Fernán Caballero - Top 20

The Iron Bridge over the Guadiana River, also known as the Austrias Bridge, is a significant engineering work in the history of Ciudad Real and the region of Castilla-La Mancha. It was built to be part of the railway line that connected Ciudad Real with Badajoz, being an important route for transport and communication in the first half of the 20th century. The construction of the bridge began in 1921 and was completed in 1927. Its design and construction were carried out by the company Material para Ferrocarriles y Construcciones S.A., which used advanced techniques for the time. The bridge is made up of an iron metal structure, supported by masonry pillars, which gives it its characteristic name. During the Spanish Civil War, the bridge played a strategic role and was damaged due to its importance for the movement of troops and supplies. It was later repaired and continued in use until the railway line was decommissioned in the 1960s. Today, the Iron Bridge is a protected monument and a testament to the region's industrial heritage. It is a popular place for walks and hiking trails, allowing visitors to appreciate both its historical value and the natural views of the Guadiana River and its surroundings.

The Malvecinos bridge is located in the northwestern quadrant of the municipality of Carrión de Calatrava, at km 6,500 of the CR-211 provincial highway that goes from Carrión to Fernán Caballero. Since the Middle Ages, its dam-bridge was one of the most notable historical passages of the Guadiana River in this area, forming part of the route of the Cañada Real de la Plata. Unfortunately, its current state is critical due to the uncontrolled growth of vegetation, which has made urgent intervention necessary for its conservation and to avoid its ruin. The Tablas de Calatrava Naturalist Association has promoted a rehabilitation project in four phases to preserve this historical heritage. We hope that this unique enclave in Alto Guadiana can be protected and restored! 🌉🌿

It is a place full of history, with a special charm. Formerly this bridge was part of the railway line that connected Ciudad Real with Madrid. At the beginning of the nineties it stopped being used as it did not meet the conditions to support the new AVE route between the capital and Seville. After its conditioning for use as a greenway, it is an attractive pedestrian crossing point to cross the Guadiana River at the height of the Vicario reservoir, next to the Miguelturreña district of Peralvillo, especially when we can see water flowing through its channel, something uncommon in dry season. Ideal for taking photos and admiring its imposing structure.

Beautiful seen from below and with water as before.

During the Middle Ages, the Malvecinos dam-bridge was one of the most prominent crossings of the Guadiana River in this area. In addition, it was part of the route of the Cañada Real de la Plata. However, unfortunately, its current state is critical due to the uncontrolled growth of vegetation, which makes urgent intervention necessary for its conservation and to avoid its ruin. In an effort to preserve this unique enclave in Alto Guadiana, the Tablas de Calatrava Naturalist Association has promoted a rehabilitation project in four phases. The first phase, which consists of clearing and cleaning the bridge, is underway thanks to the collaboration of the Guadiana Hydrographic Confederation and other actors involved. The objective is to prevent the definitive collapse of this important historical heritage.

A stop at Bar la Encantada, I recommend it. Small but cozy Café-Bar, good service and good prices, a good place to eat, or have a beer and recharge your batteries.

As shown in a photo, a good place for water sports.

It is a good place to walk, or spend a good day. It is a very beautiful area. There is a beach bar to eat or drink coffee.