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Tabernas Desert

Almeria  >  Spain

The only true desert in Europe with 8'' annual rainfall. Location for many Hollywood 'spaghetti westerns'.

Added* by Iain Crawford
Most recent update 25 octombrie 2022

Description

The Tabernas Desert (Paraje Natural Desierto de Tabernas) is situated between the Sierra de los Filabres to the north and the Sierra de Alhamilla to the south-southeast and is isolated from the humid winds of the Mediterranean Sea. Due to its high elevation and inland location, this is a very dry area. It is considered to be the only real desert on the whole European continent. Tabernas was declared a Special Protected Area due to the presence of several endangered species of birds.

As well as the usual mediterranean species such as Acvilă porumbacă, Șerpar, Lăstun de stâncă, Buhă, Mierlă albastră, Drepnea mare, Dumbrăveancă, Pupăză and Prigorie, the region hosts specialist desert birds like Mugurar cu trompetă, Vrabie de stâncă, Găinușă de nisip, Pasărea ogorului, Ciocârlie mică, Ciocârlan, Ciocârlan spaniol, Ciocârlie de stepă and Spârcaci.

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Espagnol: El Paraje Natural Desierto de Tabernas está situada al norte de la ciudad de Almería, entre las sierras de los Filabres y de Alhamilla, que la aislan de las corrientes húmedas del cercano mar Mediterráneo. Cárcavas, taludes, torrenteras y ramblas. Desierto y desolación. Paisaje transportado desde los ricos fondos marinos del Mediterráneo hasta estas calcinadas y áridas llanuras almerienses, donde una paradójica sensación de incertidumbre, desasosiego y asombro se apodera de gran parte de sus visitantes. Está considerado como la única zona desértica propiamente dicha de todo el continente europeo.

Details

Access

The A92 Almeria to Guadix road bisects the area, as does the railway line from Almeria to Granada. The area around Oasis Alrededores is recommended for birders. There are very few hotels, restaurants or other amenities in the area. Take plenty of water, a charged mobile phone, and avoid exposure to hot weather.

The 9 km circular route indicated on the map is a popular route for people who want to see the landscapes of the Hollywood westerns. But also nice for birding. Note that the route is not very well marked and follows many dry riverbeds, so it's recommended to check the Birdingplaces map on your phone to avoid getting lost. There is almost no shade on this walk, so avoid the heat when doing this walk. Parking is available at Western Leones or Mini Hollywood.

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Espagnol: La carretera A92 de Almería a Guadix atraviesa la zona, al igual que la línea de ferrocarril de Almería a Granada. El área alrededor de Oasis Alrededores es recomendada para observadores de aves. Hay muy pocos hoteles, restaurantes u otros servicios en la zona. Lleve mucha agua, un teléfono móvil cargado y evite la exposición al calor.

La ruta circular de 9 km indicada en el mapa es una ruta popular para las personas que quieren ver los paisajes de los westerns de Hollywood. Pero también agradable para la observación de aves. Tenga en cuenta que la ruta no está muy bien señalizada y sigue muchos cauces secos, por lo que se recomienda consultar el mapa de Birdingplaces en su teléfono para evitar perderse. Casi no hay sombra en esta caminata, así que evite el calor al hacer esta caminata. El estacionamiento está disponible en Western Leones o Mini Hollywood.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Plateau , Canyon/cliff , Steppe , Desert

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Dry , Open landscape , No shadow , Sandy

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Winter , Spring , Autumn

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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