Guided Tour of a Bull Breeding Ranch in Guadajira, Badajoz

Context The bull breeding ranch in Guadajira, located on the 250-hectare Dehesa Nueva estate in Feria, Badajoz, combines traditional breeding of the Santa Coloma-Albaserrada lineage with the presence of free-roaming Iberian pigs. This protected natural area also hosts endangered bird species, creating a balanced ecosystem where livestock and native wildlife coexist. The wind carries the scent of dry grass and thyme, characteristic of this region.

The Experience During the guided tour, you’ll travel across the estate in a trailer or 4x4, accessing remote, less-traveled zones. You’ll observe fighting bulls of various ages and breeding males, along with Iberian pigs living in peaceful coexistence. The guide will explain breeding practices, selection criteria, and the role of extensive grazing systems, all while you hear the distant calls of protected birds and the crunch of leaves under tires.

For Whom This activity is ideal for nature lovers, photographers interested in native wildlife, and visitors interested in traditional bullfighting culture. It requires minimal physical effort and is suitable for large groups and people with limited mobility, provided they can use the trailer or 4x4.

Local Context The ranch is part of the rural heritage of Extremadura, where the dehesa ecosystem plays a vital role in the sustainable breeding of fighting bulls and Iberian pigs. The local community continues these ancestral practices, blending environmental conservation with traditional livestock farming.