Camping El Calonge

Several paths into the forest lead from the site or very close by, to explore the forest surroundings by foot or bike. El Calonge's forest setting is a short stroll from the Cega river, for swimming, fishing and paddling, and is within easy reach of the paths and birdwatching centre of the Lagras de Lastras de Cuellar wetlands. This is a well-known land for birdwatching, particularly for the vultures who swoop around the spectacular landscapes of the Duratón River Canyons/ Hoces del Rio Duratón national park just under 30 kilometres away. The canyon cliffs here house one of the biggest colonies of griffon vulture in Europe, along with other raptors including peregrine falcons and eagles: if you fancy viewing falcons, this is the place to be. Some spectacular medieval towns and villages are within driving distance too, such as tiny Fuentidueña, about 20 kilometres by car; Cuéllar (26 kilometres), home to the oldest festival in Spain, the Running of the bulls, and Sepúlveda, next to the Hoces del Rio Duratón National Park. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Segovia, a town famed for its medieval walls, squares, mansions, Romanesque churches, convents, former royal palace and Gothic cathedral, is under 45 minutes away. Within two hours are Valladolid, with its Spanish Gothic San Pablo Church, Royal Palace and Christopher Columbus Museum (80 kilometres) and Madrid, for galleries, museums, parks and palaces, 130 kilometres from the site.