One of the most beautiful villages in Spain, frozen in time at the heart of the Sierra de Francia (Salamanca). Here is what you cannot miss.
At the highest point of the village stands the 15th-century castle, with its restored keep tower. Today it houses the village's unusual cemetery and offers privileged views over the rooftops and the mountains. A place with a unique atmosphere.
Declared a Historic-Artistic Monument, this church holds surprising Moorish-style arches inside. A gem of mountain heritage right in the historic centre.
Wander through its cobbled, narrow streets, among half-timbered houses and small squares. The whole village is a Historic-Artistic Site and feels frozen in another era.
In the municipal park, the Canderuelo stream forms a natural pool with a grassy area, changing rooms and a snack bar set up in the old communal washhouses. The perfect plan to cool off in summer.
A couple of kilometres from the village, an oak grove with huge granite boulder fields hides a 7th-century Visigothic archaeological site. A mushroom-foraging area with a picnic spot: nature, history and mushrooms in season.
More nature plansAn underground 16th-century wine cellar where you can experience history, gastronomy and DOP Sierra de Salamanca Rufete wine. And a secret that is only revealed at the end of the visit. By reservation only.
See experiencesSan Martín del Castañar enjoys excellent night skies for stargazing, far from city light pollution. Very close by, in El Maíllo, you can visit the new astronomical viewpoint opened by the Diputación de Salamanca. And by day, explore the mountain routes or play the free mystery game "La desaparición de Gonzalo".
See all activitiesSan Martín del Castañar is in the Sierra de Francia, about 75 km (just over an hour's drive) from the city of Salamanca, and very close to La Alberca. Cellar address: Calle Callejina s/n, 37659, San Martín del Castañar, Salamanca.
The cellar opens by prior reservation only — message us on WhatsApp at +34 623 022 323 or book on the website.
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