Guide to the route of the waterfall of the chorrera in Hervás

Fancy a walk through an autumn forest and end up discovering a hidden waterfall? Well, in Hervás, one of our favorite villages in the province of Cáceres, there is a place that offers you both experiences. To get there, you will have to take the La Chorrera route, of the most beautiful in the area, that you will surely want to repeat when you finish. In fact we would recommend you to do it in autumn or winter and in summer or spring as the landscape changes a lot and it is worth it. We tell you how our route was and how you can do it in this article.

How to do the Chorrera route

This route is not very difficult, so if you're up for adventure and have a pair of good running shoes, you're good to go! They are a 12 kilometers round trip and will take you around 3 hours and 40 minutes. Imagine walking along trails surrounded by huge trees, such as chestnut and oak, and enjoying breathtaking views of the mountains.

The coolest thing about this route is the Chorrera a waterfall It's amazing to see how the water falls from almost 30 meters high!

But not the only cool thing you'll see, along the way you'll pass by the "house of light"It is like a little piece of history in the middle of the forest. It's like a little piece of history in the middle of the forest. Did you know that Hervás was one of the first places to have electricity thanks to its textile industry? Yes, and this road was part of all that.

Step-by-step guide to the Chorrera Trail

In the following section you will find the track to follow the route in wikiloc or to download it as a GPX file, we tell you about our step by step of the hike in case it helps you and we also leave you some photos that we took along the way.

1. Starting Point It all starts in the square of the Trinitarian Convent of Hervás. This is where you can get ready, adjust your backpacks and make sure to bring water and something to eat.

2. Towards the Iron Bridge From the square, head towards the old iron bridge. This bridge is part of an old railroad line and is a perfect place to make the first stop and take some pictures.

3. The Cemented Road After crossing the Via Verde, you will find a cemented road. This is where the adventure really begins. This stretch lasts about three and a half kilometers and will take you directly to the "Casa de la Luz". It is a good time to chat and enjoy the scenery.

4. Right turn Just before you reach the power plant, there is a path on the right. This is your path! Don't miss it. This is where a slightly more demanding climb begins, but nothing you can't handle.

5. The Zigzagging Climb Be prepared for an uphill section of about 700 meters. This trail zigzags up next to a large pipe where the water comes down. It's good exercise and, when you get to the top, the view is incredible.

6. Following the Channel Once at the reservoir, the trail follows the channel that fills it. This channel comes almost from the base of the waterfall. It is a quiet and very nice stretch, ideal for breathing the fresh mountain air.

7. Forero Creek and the Final Trail After walking about two more kilometers, you will cross the Forero stream. Here you will find a path on the right. This is the last stretch that takes you directly to the Chorrera.

8. La Chorrera Congratulations, you have arrived! La Chorrera is a magical place, perfect to rest, eat something and, of course, take lots of pictures. The sound of the water and the nature around is something you will always remember.

Track for the Route of the Chorrera - Hervás

It is a fairly easy route to follow, but in case you need it, here you have the wikiloc track.

Practical tips for the route

• Always carry water and some food.
• Don't forget your camera or cell phone for photos.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes.
• And most importantly, enjoy every moment!

If you want to read other articles ideal for your trip that complement Guide to the route of the waterfall of the chorrera in Hervás you can visit our posts about Caceres.