Herrera Duque is a region in the province of Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain, recognized for its diverse natural landscapes and designation as part of the La Siberia Biosphere Reserve. The area features a striking combination of expansive pastureland, imposing mountains such as the Sierra de la Ubría and Sierra de los Golondrinos, and significant bodies of water including the Guadiana River and the García de Sola Reservoir. This varied terrain, characterized by Mediterranean forests of holm oaks and cork trees, provides…
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(7)
26
hikers
15.6km
04:12
200m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(7)
27
hikers
11.4km
03:03
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
hikers
3.68km
01:04
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
12.1km
03:22
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
riders
71.9km
03:34
830m
840m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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9
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4
riders
87.8km
04:19
1,210m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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60.7km
04:31
840m
840m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

58.9km
04:19
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

13
riders
20.2km
01:35
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
36.6km
02:23
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14.1km
01:30
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
riders
75.0km
07:10
1,420m
1,420m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
68.7km
06:36
1,350m
1,350m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
75.1km
07:20
1,430m
1,430m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10.6km
01:19
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
4.83km
00:31
60m
60m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
10.9km
01:26
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
runners
7.60km
00:51
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Herrera Duque offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and jogging. The region provides diverse terrain suitable for various fitness levels, with more than 40 routes available.
Herrera Duque features varied hiking terrain, from expansive pastureland to challenging mountain ranges like the Sierra de la Ubría and Sierra de los Golondrinos. Trails also follow the Guadiana River and pass historical sites. The Hiking around Herrera Duque guide provides specific routes.
Herrera Duque offers trails suitable for various fitness levels, including easy walks. The Easy hikes around Herrera Duque guide provides specific routes for beginners and those seeking less strenuous options.
Herrera Duque provides routes for road cycling, mountain biking, and touring cycling. Cyclists can explore loops around the García de Sola Reservoir and Herrera del Duque Castle, with both paved and unpaved segments available. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Herrera Duque and MTB Trails around Herrera Duque offer detailed information.
The region features the Guadiana River, the García de Sola Reservoir, and mountain ranges such as the Sierra de la Ubría and Sierra de los Golondrinos. Diverse vegetation includes holm oaks, cork trees, and poplars. The area is part of the La Siberia Biosphere Reserve.
Herrera Duque is home to historical elements such as ancient medieval bridges, ruins of a Visigothic shrine, and the Almohad-period Herrera del Duque Castle. These sites add a cultural dimension to outdoor explorations.
Numerous strategically located viewpoints offer panoramas of the surrounding landscape. Notable spots include the Consolación Pass Lookout, Navas Pass, La Berrea lookout, and Castle Pass, providing views of villages, the Guadiana River, and natural scenery.
Routes in Herrera Duque have received an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from more than 500 visitors. This indicates a high level of satisfaction with the outdoor experiences available in the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Herrera Duque, including Hiking around Herrera Duque, Road Cycling Routes around Herrera Duque, and MTB Trails around Herrera Duque. These guides provide curated route collections for various sports.
For additional information, the official website for the Herrera del Duque Town Hall is herreradelduque.es. The Tourist Office of Herrera del Duque and Peloche can be reached by phone at +34 924 64 27 69 or +34 621 23 80 76.
Yes, Herrera Duque is an important area for birdlife, particularly around the García de Sola Reservoir. Birdwatchers can spot species such as griffon vultures, black vultures, black storks, golden eagles, and peregrine falcons.
The diverse flora of Herrera Duque supports a vibrant array of wildlife. Mammals such as wild boars, deer, foxes, weasels, and genets inhabit the area. Various birds of prey, woodpeckers, and other insectivorous birds are also present.

