Suggestions

  • Generally the shops in the village are open from 10:00 to 14:00 and 17:00 to 20:00.
  • The cooking times may vary by establishment, but in general breakfast is served between 8.00 and 10.00. Lunch or snacks between 13.00 and 15.30. Evening Dinners are usually served between 20.30 and 23.00. Cooking times may vary by location, but overall breakfast is served between 8.00 and 10.00 am, lunch or dinner is between 13.00 and 15.30. The evening meals are usually served between 20.30 and 23.00.
  • There is a local health center open in the mornings and there is a hospital, Siberia-Serena Hospital just 5 km away located in Talarrubias.

  • AUTUMN

    Temperatures in autumn are usually mild, you can still enjoy long evenings and the typical rain fall creates a beautiful landscape between late summer and early winter.

    You cannot miss a single event, when the first rains arouses the reproductive instinct of the deer.  The sound of the deer´s bellow, through strong guttural sounds, claim the attention of females. A few kilometers from Puebla de Alcocer is the Regional Cíjara Game Reserve, where you can see through their viewpoints this wonderful natural spectacle.

    In addition fans of the world of mycology have an unmissable event in our forests, where they can collect different types of mushrooms including red pine mushrooms.

    Of course, do not miss our Medieval Market, which is held in late September at the Castle and it often has multiple activities and has the characterisation of a medieval tale.

    WINTER

    The day dawns with frost covered fields, a white carpet that the midday sun slowly melts. In Puebla it smells of woodsmoke, generated from the houses of the villagers.

    It is also a good time to practice bird watching. Every winter, some 75,000 cranes travel to Extremadura to their feeding and roosting grounds. From October to February, birdwatchers have the opportunity to see these birds. It is also a perfect time to enjoy the extensive cultural and artistic Puebla de Alcocer.
    On 19thJanuary we can enjoy the bonfires, 2ndFebruary the Candle Mass and before we know it, we will havearrived at the time of carnival.

    At this time of the year it is cool, it´s when the most experienced fishermen enjoy the hauls of big pike in the reservoir of Orellana and La Serena.

  • SPRING

    Spring has very pleasant temperatures. The fields which are dressed in browns and yellows during the winter, now become stained in green. Nature awakens after a hard winter.

    Without a doubt, it is one of the best times to visit our land. Puebla de Alcocer, is an ideal place for birdwatching, with the habituial presence of different types of birds.

    There are many events taking place at this time of the year that are worthwhile visiting and enjoying. One of the most celebrated events is Easter, with the exit of the procession of the statue with the appearance and exclusive encounter between the Virgin and the infant Jesus at night time, where our neighbours throw flowers and thyme to celebrate.

    Also a Fair takes place in May, a meeting between the commercial, agricultural and livestock, which comes together perfectly. On 15th May you cannot miss our traditional festival of San (Saint) Isidro. The festivity of Corpus Christi and the route of tapas (Spanish style appetizers), held in early June, attracts many people who enjoy a wonderful tradition and fine cuisine.

    In addition to our festivities, frantic activity begins in our reservoirs, do not forget your fishing rod.

    SUMMER

    In summer time there are many natural areas where you can take a dip. Enjoying the long summer days, the bar terraces found in our streets and those endless nights in the light of the stars.

    Stroll through the different municipalities and live their traditional dances, enjoythe unique and special atmosphere of our festivities. Don´t miss our paddle tournament and the cultural offerings that are given from The nights in the Castle.
    Disconnect from the world and connect with fun and long sunny days. If you go on routes early in the morning or late in the afternoon, you will see the rising and setting of the sun with a landscape of incomparable background.  Dare to discover us!