In the heart of the Sierra de Gredos Regional Park (Ávila), is what is reputed to be the most beautiful town in the area, Candeleda, a town and municipality of the same name. Of medieval origin and preserving archaeological remains that include paintingsis an ideal getaway to miss a couple of autumn days before the temperatures drop too much.
Its location, in southern slope of Gredos and at the foot of the Almanzor, in the Tiétar Valley, allow Candeleda to experience milder temperatures in winter than other areas of the Community, but without a doubt it is in the milder seasons when you will enjoy more of all the charms it has to offer. the village.
The heart of the town is the Castle plaza, the nerve center and leisure center for residents and visitors, where until the cold weather sets in they can relax on the terraces that are installed until nightfall. Not far away is another key point but smaller in size, the Plaza Mayor, whose greatest interest undoubtedly lies in the famous House of Flowers that opens to her.
This historic building, built in 1862 in stone, with eight balconies and large windows, is covered all year round with colorful pots with colorful flowers that invite you to enter and explore their rooms. The building itself is a small popular museum full of belongings, furniture and antique objects, but it also hides the most recommended Tin Toy Museum.
With or without children, the museum is another essential visit where you can be carried away into a magical world starring more than 2,000 pieces of all kinds, some very old and fascinating, very well preserved, and others that will awaken nostalgic memories in more than one.
Candeleda is also a town with beautiful winding streets covered in stone, charming homes and numerous monuments that capture the history of its people and the entire area; Thus, it is interesting to visit the Ethnographic Museumthe House of the Jewish Quarter, the religious buildings or the veton castro of El Rasoimportant archaeological site.
The surroundings of the town are also worth spending time with, with walks in the middle of nature, for example exploring the waters of the gorges that form natural pools. Another option, for the more experienced, are the hiking trails in the area, such as the one that leads to the Port of Candeleda, at more than 2,000 meters high, passing through the historic Port Bridge.
Sierra De Gredos Hiker guide
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Photos | Candeleda – Ávila Tourism
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