Pimentón Fest: flavors, nature, and music in the heart of Jarandilla de la Vera

Los Confites de Jarandilla de la Vera , the organic farm recognized with a Solete Award by the Repsol Guide, is the setting for the third edition of the Pimentón Fest this Saturday, May 24. This event fuses music, art, design, fashion, and outdoor gastronomy and will also feature a pop-up market with more than 60 exhibitors from all over Spain.

It's one of the area's cultural events of spring, offering musical performances from midday to midnight by Clarence Bekker , a member of the global movement Playing for Change, an initiative that goes beyond music and embraces its power to connect people, break down barriers, and generate positive change; Madrid-based pop artist Carlota Mad; and several DJs who, surrounded by nature , will set the pace for the entire day.

In addition to live concerts, the Pimentón Fest invites you to lose yourself among more than 60 art, crafts, fashion, design, and decor stalls, featuring unique offerings from all over Spain. A pop-up market where you can discover everything from illustrations to designer pieces, sustainable fashion , and treasures from the world of home decor.

To recharge your batteries, there will be flavors for every palate: local options, seasonal cuisine, and food trucks with offerings ranging from aperitifs to dinner, all outdoors. And between strolls, there are rest areas among the trees, hammocks, shared tables, and open meadows where you can soak up the atmosphere, the rhythm, and the spring sunshine.

With a single entry fee of 5 euros—free for children under 12—the Pimentón Fest is a great plan for lovers of original and sustainable activities in the heart of Extremadura 's natural beauty, whether to enjoy with friends, as a couple, or as a family.

Jarandilla de la Vera , located in the north of the province of Cáceres , boasts a rich architectural and cultural heritage, as well as hiking and horseback riding trails. It's also an ideal spot for birdwatching or water sports in its gorges. It also has natural bathing areas. Therefore, if you're attending the Pimentón Fest, it's best to take advantage of the weekend and discover this charming town.

The ancient bridge that rises over the Jaranda Gorge is a link to the history that flows around every corner. Among its outstanding heritage, the majestic Castle of the Counts of Oropesa stands out. In 1556, Emperor Charles V made this place his home before retiring to the Monastery of Yuste. Today, it is the Carlos V National Tourist Parador, a treasure that opens its doors so you can experience the grandeur of an empire and feel part of history.

To learn about its history, you must take two urban routes. The Sopetrán urban route takes travelers through cobblestone streets and charming corners, transporting them back to medieval times, visiting sites such as the Plaza de la Constitución and the Hermitage of Our Lady of Sopetrán .

The Mudéjar urban route , meanwhile, explores cobbled streets and welcoming squares. Also starting from the Plaza de la Constitución, you'll discover the Moorish heritage that left its mark on the architecture, visiting historic monuments such as the Fortress Church of Nuestra Señora de la Torre . Both routes offer information about the town's history through strategically placed information panels.

And if you want to immerse yourself in its natural surroundings, visit its bathing areas, including Garganta Jaranda , the municipality's flagship; Charco de la Serradilla and Puente Parral , two bathing oases right in the town center; and Los Frailes , with its crystal-clear waters.