Getting to Monfragüe National Park
Monfragüe National Park sits in Extremadura, Spain, with Plasencia the nearest town of any size — about 21.7 km (13.5 mi) out, or roughly 35 min of driving.
Drive times from Monfragüe National Park
Monfragüe National Park sits close enough to Cabañeros National Park, Sierra de Guadarrama National Park, Tablas de Daimiel National Park, and Doñana National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Cabañeros National Park | 141 km (87.7 mi) | 2 hr 32 min |
| Sierra de Guadarrama National Park | 203 km (126 mi) | 3 hr 26 min |
| Tablas de Daimiel National Park | 217 km (135 mi) | 3 hr 38 min |
| Doñana National Park | 319 km (198 mi) | 5 hr 8 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Plasencia | 21.7 km (13.5 mi) | 35 min |
| Jaraíz de la Vera | 33.9 km (21 mi) | 48 min |
| Talayuela | 39.4 km (24.5 mi) | 54 min |
| Deleitosa | 39.5 km (24.5 mi) | 54 min |
| Navalmoral de la Mata | 42.1 km (26.2 mi) | 57 min |
| Trujillo | 44.4 km (27.6 mi) | 1 hr |
| Jarandilla de la Vera | 44.9 km (27.9 mi) | 1 hr |
| Coria | 46 km (28.6 mi) | 1 hr 1 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Monfragüe National Park?
Plasencia, about 21.7 km (13.5 mi) away — roughly 35 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Monfragüe National Park?
The practical bases are Plasencia, Jaraíz de la Vera, and Talayuela — all within a reasonable drive of the park.