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52 reviews of La Alberca

Pleasantly surprising

Crowned by the Peña de Francia and consisting of high peaks and surprisingly rugged valleys, the spectacular Sierra de France contains samples of rock art and several picturesque architectural villages. Among them the best preserved is La Alberca, a village of dreams, not only for its mountain buildings erected with stone sustained with timber frame, but because like few others it retains its traditions in festivities, how they dress-you can still see women today who remain in their attire vestiges of old customs, in their crafts, and their exquisite cuisine.

Walking in La Alberca is pleasantly surprising: one thinks at times that they are in an ancient Jewish quarter, or, in an intricate abandoned Arab souk. It’s because its streets seem like a mysterious labyrinth. Perhaps the effect is produced by the eaves of the upper floors of the houses almost touching, covering the streets as if they were roofed, the low and robust lintels tilted by time, chiselled with dates of foundation and worn religious inscriptions. The feeling goes away in the small and delightful Plaza Mayor, which looks great when opening to the mountain air and light. Here we note that La Alberca is very much alive.

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An unforgettable weekend

La Alberca is one of the most beautiful and picturesque villages in the province of Salamanca. Situated in the valley of Las Batuecas has since 2000 become a "historical site". Thanks to this cataloguing more care has been taken of the village and its traditions, but unfortunately, also means that the place is invaded by tourists daily, especially in summer.

The wonderful thing about this place is walking through its narrow cobbled streets and seeing slowly but surely the wonderful architecture of the houses. They have a traditional local architecture that is beautiful, the low houses made of wood and stone have a special charm.

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Full of charm

It was unavoidable approaching La Alberca we had talked so much about this town. It did not disappoint, it's beautiful and its streets give you the vision of what once must have been a place, full of poetry, charm, beautiful corners.

An ideal place for taking photos, to eat, to enjoy the view, in short, to spend a great weekend. In autumn this place and its surroundings is impressive.

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