Route of the Eagle Cerro: A path in the heart of Doñana

If you are looking for a simple route, Full of biodiversity and with privileged views of the Natural Park Doñana, he Path of Cerro del Águila It is an ideal option. This circular route of 4,1 km, located in Sanlucar de Barrameda, allows you to enter a natural environment where the landscape melts with history, Fauna and native vegetation.

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Key Route Data

📍 Location: Sanlucar de Barrameda (Cadiz)
📏 Distance: 4,1 km
Duration: 1 time and 45 minutes
📈 Difficulty: Baja
🔄 Touring type: Circular
🚶‍♂️ Signaling: Yeah
🌿 Around: Doñana Natural Park, LIC, Zepa, Recreational Interest Forest Space

🔖 Point of historical interest: The Treasure, Old Turdetano sanctuary

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A tour between marshes, dunes and forests

This path offers a walk through an environment Unique and changing, Where the Guadalquivir River meets Marshs and fossil dunes. Along the route, hikers can enjoy panoramic views, discover the ecological wealth of Doñana and explore an area where SALINERA INDUSTRY has prospered for centuries.

Step by step route: What awaits you on the way?

🌊 Views of Guadalquivir - From several points of the path you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the river and the other shore, Where doñana National Park extends.

🦆 Laguna de Tarelo - A key refuge for avifauna, where it is possible to see species such as is wrong, Porrones, somormujos, Zampullines and fochas.

🌳 Pine and sabinas forest - Much of the tour takes place between Pinos and Sabinas pines, trees adapted to this unique ecosystem.

🏛️ The Treasure - An archaeological enclave of great historical value, Old sanctuary of civilization Turdana, that served as Vigness of the territory.


Flora and fauna of the eagle hill

This path is a Paradise for nature lovers, since numerous species of birds and a vegetation adapted to the marsh and dunes ecosystem can be observed.

🐦 Outstanding birds:

Malvasía Cabeciblanca - Emblematic bird in danger of extinction.
Common pedro - Easy to identify by its characteristic brown plumage and dark head.
Somormujo lavanco - Famous for its elegant movements on water.
Common Focha y zampullines - Frequent inhabitants of La Laguna de Tarelo.

🌿 Characteristic vegetation:

Pinoseros pines - Resistant trees that form the Pinar de Monte Algaida.
Sabinas - Species adapted to the sandy terrain of fossil dunes.
Marismeña vegetation - Mugs and plants adapted to the proximity of the river and moisture.


Tips to enjoy the path

Comfortable footwear: Although the path is easy, It is advisable to carry Trekking or sports shoes with good grip.
Prismatic: If you like bird observation, Do not forget good binoculars to better enjoy fauna.
Sun protection: In summer, Heat can be intense. Usa sun cream, sunglasses and cap.
Respect for nature: Do not leave garbage and avoid making noise so as not to disturb local fauna.

Best time to make the route

📆 Spring and autumn - Temperatures are softer and Fauna is more active, What makes these months the best time to enjoy the path.

🌞 Summer - You can heat, But the tour has some shadow areas in the Pinar de Monte Algaida.

❄️ Winter - Ideal for lovers of tranquility and bird observation.


Opinions of hikers on the eagle hill

“A simple route, But with a lot of natural beauty. Ideal to enjoy Doñana's biodiversity.” – 5/5

“We loved the tarelo lagoon. We saw a lot of birds, including malvasiah. Recommended for ornithology lovers.” – 5/5

“The walk is very nice, with shadow areas and precious views of Guadalquivir. Easy to do as a family.” – 4.5/5



Do you dare to discover the eagle hill?

If you are looking for a Easy Path in Cádiz that allows you Enjoy Doñana's biodiversity, Observe birds and discover an environment with history, he Eagle Hill It is a perfect option. 🌿🌊

📍 Save this route and prepare to live an unforgettable experience in nature. 🚶‍♂️✨

Cerro del Águila route price

In Genatur we can offer you the realization of this route with a guide that will help you know the secrets and curiosities of the same. You have several options.

Groups 15-19 personas

PRecio: Adults: 12 €, Children 5 €.

It is also possible to hire other extras as setting, food, transport…

Groups 20-49 personas

PRecio: 220 €

It is also possible to hire other extras as setting, food, transport…

Groups + of 49 personas

PRecio: Consult €

It is also possible to hire other extras as setting, food, transport…

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