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  4. Cañaveral
Village

Cañaveral

364m
39.7897°N, 6.3933°W

Coordinates

39.7897°N, 6.3933°W

Elevation

364m

Previous Location

Casar de Cáceres

Next Location

Grimaldo

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About Cañaveral

Canaveral is a small town near the Tagus River (Rio Tajo) in northern Extremadura. The town has an albergue, restaurants, cafes, and basic services.

The long stage from Casar de Caceres (34 km) passes through remote, sparsely populated countryside with limited services. Pilgrims should carry adequate water and food.

The Tagus valley near Canaveral is home to important bird populations, including griffon vultures, black storks, and eagles. The Monfrague National Park is nearby.

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Quick Info

RegionSpain
Elevation364m
Coordinates39.7897°N, 6.3933°W

On The Route

Previous Stage

Casar de Cáceres → Cañaveral

Next Stage

Cañaveral → Grimaldo

Things to Do in Cañaveral

Relaxation

Watch the Raptors

The area around Canaveral is one of the best birdwatching locations in Extremadura near Monfrague National Park.

Camino Moment

Recover from a Long Stage

The 34 km from Casar de Caceres to Canaveral is one of the longest single stages on the Via de la Plata.

Sightseeing

See the Tagus Valley

Canaveral sits above the basin of the Tajo (Tagus), the longest river in the Iberian Peninsula.

Food & Drink

Eat Game and Dehesa Produce

Northern Extremadura is hunting and grazing country with game meats and Iberian pork.

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Where You Are on the Camino

Previous town

Casar de Cáceres

33 km back

Next town

Grimaldo

8 km ahead

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Cañaveral

632 km to Santiago de Compostela

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Previous Location

Casar de Cáceres

Next Location

Grimaldo