Zafra - Los Santos de Maimosa – circular via the Vía de la Plata

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Zafra - Los Santos de Maimosa – circular via the Vía de la Plata

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Zafra - Los Santos de Maimosa – circular via the Vía de la Plata

03:44

13.6km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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711 m

Parador Nacional Duques de Feria

Highlight • Castle

The Parador de Zafra is located in what was once the palace of the Dukes of Feria. The building is a clear example of its long and rich history, which includes the discoverer from Extremadura, Hernán Cortés, an illustrious guest of the palace.
The Parador preserves beautiful coffered ceilings, chests, ironwork, handrails and decorative elements from the old palace.

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1.16 km

Collegiate Church of La Candelaria

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of La Candelaria de Zafra began to be built in 1527 to replace the old church that stood in what is now the current Plaza Grande de Zafra, at the initiative of the former III Count of Feria.

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9.00 km

Cortinar de la Sierra

Highlight • Forest

Nice park with lots of trees and several easy-to-run trails. An ideal place to enjoy the tranquility it offers.

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12.4 km

San Francisco Tower of Zafra

Highlight • Historical Site

The tower of the convent of San Francisco is the only remains of what was the Franciscan convent of San Benito. It was located outside the city of Zafra, although it is currently within the urban area.
The convent was founded and built in the last third of the 15th century by the second Count of Feria, Gomes II Suárez de Figueroa, and by his mother, Countess María Manuel. Starting in 1565, the cloister and bedrooms were enlarged with the aim of housing a greater number of religious.

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13.6 km

End point

Train Station

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