Tablas de Daimiel National Park
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Tablas de Daimiel - by Pablo García Armentano (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Description
Tablas de Daimiel is a wetland in the southern plains of La Mancha, in the Province of Ciudad Real. The 3,000ha national park is the last example of floodplain wetlands in the arid central part of Spain and an important ecosystem with a wealth of flora and migratory birds (herons, egrets, etc.) There are three pedestrian tracks: the 800m Laguna Permanente, the 2km Isla del Pan with boardwalks and the 1.5km Prado Ancho.
Access & Transport
The park main entrance is at Molino de Molemocho, 10km northwest of Daimiel and 40km to the northeast of Ciudad Real. Visitors with reduced mobility will likely need to use a vehicle to enjoy the various trails - best to contact the visitor center for practical information
Instructions & Recommendations
There is a visitor center that opens from 9h to 21h in the summer and 9h to 18h30 in the winter. If you have some binoculars, make sure to take them with your to better observe the wildlife There is some useful information here: https://www.miteco.gob.es/es/red-parques-nacionales/nuestros-parques/daimiel/guia-visitante/default.aspx
Environmental & Social
Eco-friendly activity that educates visitors about the local ecosystems. Socially marginally positive when using local guides
Conclusion
The wetlands of Tablas de Daimiel are a good outdoor / nature alternative to the numerous castles, churches and plaza mayors of the La Mancha plain. Don't expect anything stunning but it makes for an enjoyable 2-4h during which you can enjoy spotting some wildlife. If you are a bird watching novice, you may want to consider getting the most out of your visit by hiring a professional guide who knows the area inside out and can point, explain and answer your questions
Key positive
Best bird watching spot in the area
Not busy
Key negative
No standout natural feature
Suitability
Suitable for all ages. We rate this as partially accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 45m
est. visit time:2h 30m
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightNo
Night – aft. midnightNo