Natural heritage and biodiversity
Sierra del agua, living mountain range
The Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas Natural Park is home to an astonishing diversity of landscapes and ecosystems, from imposing mountain peaks to lush forests of pines and oaks. Its crystalline rivers and serene lakes offer refuge to a great variety of flora and fauna species, many of which are endemic to the region.
The continuous presence of water through the innumerable rivers, streams, lagoons and reservoirs that dot this area, together with abundant riverside vegetation and the progressive encasement of the water system in the rock, generates an exuberant fluvial landscape with beautiful karstic valleys, such as those of the Utrero ravine, the Garganta stream or the Pintor ravine, punctuated by waterfalls and travertine deposits, as is the case of the Bor River.rstic valleys, such as those of the Utrero ravine, the Garganta stream or the Pintor ravine, punctuated by waterfalls and travertine deposits, as is the case of the Borosa river from its source to its confluence with the Guadalquivir river.
Likewise,the hydrological importance of the Natural Park, being the cradle of two great rivers: the Guadalquivir and the Segura, has made the fauna associated with the bodies of water have a great relevance. Therefore, the uses related to it, such as inland fishing, have always played an important role in the management of this area.
Nature lovers will find in this paradise an abundance of opportunities to explore and marvel at its natural beauty. Well-marked trails lead to hidden waterfalls, scenic overlooks and wildlife sanctuaries, offering unforgettable experiences every step of the way.
More recently, the PORN of the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas Natural Park, approved in 1999, also granted the landscape a specific degree of protection by designating the chasms, sinkholes and other natural features as protected areas.The following areas and enclaves of special landscape interest are designated as singular landscape elements.
In addition, the beauty of the landscape that characterizes this natural space has been recognized by various figures such as the National Inventory of Outstanding Landscapes (ICONA, 1977) with the inclusion in its catalog of various enclaves and places of this Natural Park.
In summary, the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas Natural Park is not only an exceptional tourist destination, but also an exemplary model of how ecotourism and sustainability can coexist in harmony with nature.
Its commitment to environmental conservation, its deep-rooted traditions, its exquisite gastronomy and its unparalleled natural resources make it a truly unique place that deserves to be explored and protected for generations to come.