Gabriel y Galán Reservoir SPA
Wintering stopover for more than 2,000 cranes
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Wintering stopover for more than 2,000 cranes
Discover the most impressive natural spectacle of the year at the Gabriel y Galán reservoir, where the cranes make an epic flight to their roosts on the banks of the reservoir. This ornithological paradise is the winter home of more than 2,000 cranes that arrive from northern Europe in search of shelter and food.
Unique experience
- Watching cranes: enjoy the flight of the cranes to their roosts on the banks of the reservoir and listen to their fantastic trumpeting.
- Sighting other birds: in addition to cranes, you will be able to see geese, ducks, great cormorants, ospreys and black vultures, among others.
- Boat trip: explore the reservoir aboard a boat and enjoy the tranquility of the waters and the beauty of nature.
Ornithological importance
- Special Protection Area for Birds (SPA): the Gabriel y Galán reservoir is a bird sanctuary internationally recognized for its ornithological importance.
- Aquatic ornithofauna: the reservoir is home to a variety of aquatic birds, including ospreys, black vultures and bee hawks.
A place for adventure and learning
- Adventure in nature: the Gabriel y Galán reservoir is an ideal place for those looking for a nature experience.
- Learning about bird watching: you can learn about the importance of bird conservation and their habitat in this unique enclave.