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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are we?
Our position on the map is right in the geographical center of the Iberian Peninsula, at the junction between the Central System and the Iberian System, 120 kms from the capital. As we move away from the capital, it is true that the possibilities of public transport diminish quite a lot, as we are in a rather unpopulated area and with mountain roads, so we recommend the visit by private car. The travel times from the most relevant destinations are:
- 1h30 from Madrid.
- 1h00 from Guadalajara.
- 50 minutes from Sigüenza.
- 2h30 from Zaragoza.
- 2h45 from Valladolid.
- 4h30 from Valencia.
How to get to know the Sierra Norte de Guadalajara natural park better?
You will find several visitor centers in the natural park where you can learn about its natural resources:
- In Cantalojas: visitor center and access to the Tejera Negra beech forest. It is essential to make a reservation to access the parking lot below where the Senda de Carretas begins. You can make the reservation and payment here (from 2€) Select date and time of the reservation (castillalamancha.es).
- In El Cardoso de la Sierra (west zone): Visitor Center in Cardoso de la Sierra. | Protected Areas of Castilla-La Mancha (castillalamancha.es)
- In Cogolludo (south zone): the visitor center is located in the palace of the Dukes of Medinaceli. Ask for information and visit at the tourist office located in front of the palace. Tel: 949 85 72 14
- In Hiendelaencina (east zone) https://elpaisdelaplata.com/sierra-norte/El visitor center is located in the silver mining museum.
- In Tamajón (central area): the CIPAT (center of interpretation of paleontology and archeology of Tamajón has an outdoor space of free access dedicated to the natural park. Tel 949 85 90 01
What clothing is advisable to wear?
Sierra Norte de Guadalajara offers hot summers during the day, cool at night and dry, with clear skies where the stars shine. Winters are long, cold, windy and sometimes snowy.
For this reason, warm clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended, even in summer.
Can I travel on my own or better with a guide?
Both independent exploration through the well-maintained network of trails and the option of professional guides are highly recommended. These guides, local experts, offer a complete Ecotourism experience with extensive knowledge of the territory.
How many days do I need to visit the Sierra Norte de Guadalajara?
There is no standardized duration of the trip, it depends on your objectives. To experience the essence of the Sierra Norte, a week is recommended, but you can also plan several shorter visits of 2 or 3 days to discover the territory in part as it is very extensive and diverse.
Depending on the season we recommend:
- Hiking routes in spring when nature awakens and in autumn for its colors.
- Route of the rural Romanesque and the Silver Country: all year round.
- Route through the villages of the Black Architecture and the Golden Architecture: all year round. In addition, depending on the weather, they change their colors and the sensations that one experiences when visiting them.
- Tejera Negra beech forest: although it is true that autumn is the favorite season to visit the beech forest, it is also advisable to visit it in spring and summer when it becomes a green and cool oasis.
- Observation of the skies: all year round to enjoy the winter and summer constellations that are not the same.
- Traditional festivals such as botargas, carnivals, dancers: winter and spring.
- Gastronomy: all year round.