Barrancas de Burujón: what to see and how to get there

The essentials of Barrancas de Burujón

• Red clay cliffs up to 100 meters high
• Cambrón viewpoint over the Castrejón reservoir
• Contrast between ochre clay and turquoise water
• Signposted trails along the edge of the ravine
• Birdwatching of raptors and waterfowl

Description

The Barrancas de Burujón are a natural monument of the Tajo Valley, in the province of Toledo, about 30 kilometers west of the capital. A red clay cliff up to 100 meters high drops vertically over the waters of the Castrejón reservoir, forming one of the most unique landscapes in Castilla-La Mancha.

The modeling has been done by the erosion of the Tajo River over the clay sediments of the basin, leaving gullies, needles, and rock walls that change color with the daylight: ochre at midday, bright red at sunset. The contrast between the clay and the turquoise water of the reservoir is what has given fame to the site.

The usual access is from the municipality of Burujón via the CM-4000. There are marked trails that run along the edge of the cliff and several viewpoints, with the Cambrón one being the most well-known. The area is also a birdwatching spot, with raptors and waterfowl associated with the reservoir.

Practical information for Barrancas de Burujón

Everything you need to know for your visit to Barrancas de Burujón

How to get there

By car Public transport

From Toledo capital, about 30 km west via the CM-4000 to Burujón. From the village, a marked path leads to the viewpoint parking lot. There is no direct public transport: it is reached by car.