Sierra de Béjar and Francia (Salamanca)
Sierra de Béjar and Francia
Forests of Sierra de Béjar y Francia
There are several Special Protection Areas for birds (SPAs) in
these mountains which strive to
protect the birds through the
conservation of their habitats.
They are Las Batuecas-Sierra
de Francia, Candelario, Las
Quilamas and the river Alagón
providing this area with an attractive complementary offer:
its birdlife, as a result visitors can
enjoy the beautiful landscape,
the brilliant cultural heritage,
the delicious cuisine as well as
spending a few exciting days
bird-watching, discovering the
species that fly over these mountains.
Landscape
Rocky crags, pine forests, groves,
thicket, heathland
Birdwatching routes
• Las Batuecas Natural Park
(weekend)
• Route from Cantagallo to
the river
• La Alberca - Herguijuela
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Tourist services
Birds of interest
Griffon vulture
Golden eagle
Peregrine
Route from Cantagallo to the river
Black stork
Black vulture
Honey buzzard
Egyptian vulture
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