Parador Jarandilla de la Vera Hotel Carlos V

Spain - Caceres - Jarandilla de la Vera

Parador de Jarandilla de la Vera is in a fifteenth century castle which was later converted into a palace

For several months it was the home of  Emperor Charles V.

The Parador is in the middle of the orchard of La Vera and surrounded by ravines through which streams flow with natural pools.

A setting of beauty enhances the attractive building.

The outstanding exterior features include the turrets, the parade ground and the excellent swimming pool surrounded by olive and orange trees.

Inside there are grand halls with fire-places which provide an intimate and peaceful atmosphere.

In the restaurant, local dishes are the specialty of the chef. Dishes include:

"Sopa de Tomate" which is a delicious homemade soup;
"Cuchifrito", a stew using either lamb or kid;
"Lomitos de cordero a la miel de la dehesa" being lamb ribs cooked in honey;
"La Vera fig compote or cheese cake" are excellent items from the sweet trolley;

Nearby  visit the Roman bridge of Jarandilla de la Vera, Villanueva and Valverde de la Vera..

Also the Monastery of Yuste which was the last residence of the emperor.

This area is full of villages worth visiting as well as the gorges.through which the crystal water flows.

Discover the city of Plasencia with its cathedral, palaces, walls, gates and bridges.

You may participate in the Carnivals of Villanueva de la Vera, or Easter celebrations in Valverde de la Vera.
In the Vera and Jerte valleys or in the Natural Park of Monfrague, you may carry out the following activities: hiking, biking, horse riding, canoeing, and swimming in the natural pools.

This Parador has thirty five twin bedded rooms, eight rooms with a double bed and ten single rooms.

All the rooms have a private bathroom and also a telephone, satellite television, and a mini bar.

The building has air conditioning, a restaurant and bar. Facilities are available for meetings to be held.

In the grounds there is a children's playground, tennis court and swimming pool.

Distance from the nearest airport is approximately 240 kms and the nearest train station is 33 kms away.

Animals are not allowed.

Map with location

DIRECTIONS

The Parador is in the centre of Jarandilla de la Vera From Madrid, use the N-V and take the exit for Navalmoral de la Mata. Follow the sign to Jarandilla de la Vera and then the Parador sign.