Cañaveral, Extremadura
Provincia de Cáceres · Extremadura · Spain · 1,271 residents
Cañaveral is a village in Provincia de Cáceres, Extremadura, Spain, home to around 1,271 people. There are 4 notable places to see in and around town, including Alconétar Bridge and Castle of Portezuelo. The nearest airport is Badajoz (BJZ), about 1 h 34 min by road.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Alconétar Bridge, Castle of Portezuelo and Q56294864.
- Badajoz (BJZ) is 66 miles away.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Cañaveral
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Tours & tickets in Cañaveral
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Cañaveral can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Cañaveral are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Cañaveral and the villages around it is a hire car from Badajoz (BJZ), about 1 h 34 min away.
Best time to visit Cañaveral
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Badajoz (BJZ)66 miles, about 1 h 34 min by road
- Salamanca (SLM)93 miles, about 2 h 12 min by road
- Viseu (VSE)102 miles, about 2 h 25 min by road
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 20 h 10 min without stops.
Cañaveral is good for
Around Cañaveral
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Cañaveral worth visiting?
Yes. Cañaveral is known for Alconétar Bridge, Castle of Portezuelo and Q56294864. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Cañaveral from the UK?
Fly to Badajoz (BJZ), then it is about 1 h 34 min by road. Salamanca (SLM) is an alternative, 93 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 20 h 10 min.
What is near Cañaveral?
Cáceres (22 miles), Plasencia (23 miles), La Cumbre (35 miles) and Coria (15 miles) are all within an hour or so.