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Sierra del Rincón
Forests and villages at the rhythm of calm
Automatically translated from Spanish. Leer original en español
The Sierra del Rincón occupies the northeasternmost part of the Community of Madrid and maintains a close relationship between its villages, forests, and traditional land use. Its Biosphere Reserve comprises La Hiruela, Horcajuelo de la Sierra, Montejo de la Sierra, Prádena del Rincón, Puebla de la Sierra, and Madarcos, which was incorporated into the reserve in 2022. The mountains and small valleys create a landscape that invites visitors to explore short distances with time to pause and reflect.
The Montejo Beech Forest is its most famous natural area and forms part of the World Heritage Site dedicated to European beech forests. Its value goes beyond the colors of autumn: it allows visitors to discover a unique forest and understand the importance of its conservation.
The mountain range offers many other reasons to visit. The centuries-old oak trees of Puebla de la Sierra, the views from its mountain pass, and the routes to Peña de la Cabra showcase a landscape of forests and mountainous terrain. Local trails and longer routes allow you to explore it at different paces.
In its villages, architecture and heritage help to interpret mountain life. La Hiruela preserves its mill and evidence of traditional trades; Horcajuelo de la Sierra boasts an ethnographic museum and a forge; Prádena del Rincón is notable for the Church of Santo Domingo de Silos. In Puebla de la Sierra, the Valley of Dreams incorporates sculpture into the rural landscape.
The visit can combine hiking, heritage sites, and traditional cuisine, with stays in small rural accommodations. The Montejo Beech Forest requires prior booking, so it's advisable to include it in your trip planning. The rest of the region invites you to extend your getaway and discover the unique character of each village.