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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Garganta de los Infiernos

Jerte, Spain

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 78 2026
Garganta de los Infiernos

A granite gorge with a river running between steep rock walls, some sections narrow. Visitors walk a trail up the gorge to natural pools carved in the rock, and some take a guided 4x4 tour.

Highlights

  • Los Pilones natural pools
  • Carlos V Bridge
  • Waterfalls and cascades

Good to know

  • Parking paid, about €3 to €5
  • Steep uphill with steps, sturdy shoes needed
  • Guided 4x4 tours available

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