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Extremadura

Region · 🇪🇸 Spain
Population 1,052,790
Area 41,597 km²
Time zone Europe/Madrid
Official website www.juntaex.es
Extremadura

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Extremadura Unmissables

Extremadura preserves some of Spain’s most significant historical landmarks, centered on the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Mérida, Cáceres, and Guadalupe. Mérida retains an extensive Roman legacy, including a 1st-century BC theater, amphitheater, and the Miraculous Aqueduct. The region’s medieval history is reflected in the Moorish Alcazabas of Badajoz and Mérida, the Gothic Castle of Zafra, and the Royal Monastery of Saint Mary of Guadalupe. Trujillo’s Renaissance architecture highlights the era of the Conquistadors, while the Museo Vostell Malpartida offers contemporary Fluxus art within an 18th-century industrial site.

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Historic Sites of Extremadura

Extremadura preserves some of Spain's most significant archaeological and architectural treasures. This selection features the UNESCO-listed Roman colony of Augusta Emerita in Mérida, including its remarkably intact theatre, amphitheatre, and aqueducts. Beyond Roman history, the list includes the Moorish alcazabas of Badajoz and Trujillo, the Gothic-Renaissance Palace of Zafra, and the Royal Monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe. These sites document the region's transition from a strategic Roman provincial capital to a frontier of Islamic and Christian medieval power.

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Historic Churches and Cathedrals

Extremadura’s religious architecture spans centuries, from the Romanesque foundations of the Basílica de Santa Eulalia in Mérida to the Manueline-influenced churches of Olivenza. This collection features the UNESCO-listed Royal Monastery of Guadalupe, the unique double cathedral of Plasencia, and the fortified Gothic-Renaissance structures of Trujillo and Cáceres. These sites showcase the region's spiritual history through Mudéjar cloisters, Baroque altarpieces, and significant Roman Catholic heritage sites integral to the Reconquista and Spanish history.

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Natural Wonders of Extremadura

Extremadura’s landscape is defined by the rugged terrain of Monfragüe National Park, where the Salto del Gitano offers views of nesting griffon vultures. The region features significant water systems, including the Guadiana River and the massive Embalse de la Serena. Natural highlights include the dramatic Meandro Melero on the Alagón River, the granite pools of Cascada del Diablo, and the seasonal cherry blossoms of the Jerte Valley visible from the Puerto de Tornavacas.

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Authentic Regional Flavors

Explore the culinary heritage of Extremadura through this selection of traditional mesónes and regional restaurants. These establishments, ranging from the historic centers of Trujillo and Plasencia to the mountain landscapes near Hervás, specialize in authentic Spanish dishes. The list includes unique venues like the Peña Flamenca Solera Extremeña cultural association and roadside stops near Monfragüe National Park, focusing on local meats, Mediterranean flavors, and long-standing family recipes.

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Extremadura — Map

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: April, May, September, October

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 12° (feels like 8°) · extremes -3°–16°
  • 2° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in February

Fair
  • 14° (feels like 10°) · extremes -3°–18°
  • 3° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Good
  • 17° (feels like 13°) · extremes 0°–22°
  • 5° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Great
  • 20° (feels like 17°) · extremes 3°–26°
  • 8° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in May

Great
  • 24° (feels like 22°) · extremes 6°–33°
  • 11° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 20 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in June

Good
  • 31° (feels like 29°) · extremes 10°–39°
  • 16° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 23 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 6 days above 35°

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 36° (feels like 33°) · extremes 14°–41°
  • 19° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 29 sunny days
  • 13 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 18 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 35° (feels like 33°) · extremes 15°–41°
  • 19° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 28 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 17 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Great
  • 30° (feels like 27°) · extremes 11°–36°
  • 16° at night
  • 5 rainy days
  • 21 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in October

Great
  • 23° (feels like 21°) · extremes 7°–31°
  • 12° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Good
  • 16° (feels like 13°) · extremes 0°–21°
  • 6° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in December

Fair
  • 13° (feels like 9°) · extremes -2°–16°
  • 3° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Spanish
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+34
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Tours & Activities

Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
Extremadura
2h
Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
45 min
Walk · 18 min
Riverside Hotel

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