At less than half an hour from the accomodation place there are villages which have been appointed as of ´Special Protection`due to their traditions and excellent preservation. In the Spanish part we advise you to visit San Martín de Trevejo, where water flows throughout the year along its beautiful streets. One of the most beautiful country foot paths is the one which goes along the Castañar of Los Ojesto (=Chestnut-tree wood) (The oldest chestnut-tree wood in Spain), in a good condition. It is also advisable to visit t ´La Boiga`in order to try good wines and ´tapas`(snacks) from the area or a Pizza Restaurant near the tobacconist´s.

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	Hoyos is the main village (capital) of the ´Sierra de Gata`(Gata Mountain Range) besides, its church has the best restaurant of the Caceres province, for the Gourmets, ´Il Cigno`where it is recommended to try the famous grated dish´Tortas del Casar`(traditional dessert) and also the Lasagna made with bull´s tail. Exquisite. It is necessary to book a table in advance. (927 51 44 13). Near Villamiel there is the municipality of Trevejo. On top of a spectacular mountain with a castle overlooking all the mountain range, Trevejo is possibly the village in the best condition in all Extremadura, the views from there are spectacular. You can get more information in the villages of ´Sierra de Gata`near Portugal http:/www.antiquanatura.com/gata/. Monsanto deserves special attention, steep , excavated in an enormous rock, spectacular town where you can purchase the famous fertility dolls.Monfortinho is also remarkable . An excellent spa completely rebuilt where you can enjoy its jacuzzi, the Summer and Winter pools, all kinds of saunas and massages. You can ask about it in any of the two hotels: Fuente Santa or Astoria. Needless to say one can go out for a portuguese meal or go shopping.