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Botija

Extremadura, Spain · Europe

About Botija

Botija is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Benquerencia, 54km from Monfragüe & Salto del Gitano.

Botija is a town located in Extremadura, Spain. With a population of 150, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Botija sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Botija to your route.

About Botija

Portezuelo is a municipality located in the province of Cáceres, Extremadura, Spain. According to the 2013 census (INE), the municipality has a population of 262 inhabitants.

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What are the best things to do in Botija?

Botija offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Botija located?

Botija is located in Extremadura, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 39.3450 latitude, -6.0732 longitude.

What is the population of Botija?

Botija has a population of approximately 150 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
150
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Extremadura
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
39.3450, -6.0732

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

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Worth the detour from Botija

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Trujillo

Granite hill town that produced Pizarro and Orellana, its grand Plaza Mayor ringed by conquistador palaces built with Peruvian silver and watched over by a Moorish castle. The equestrian Pizarro statue anchors the square.

21 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Old Town of Cáceres

UNESCO-listed walled quarter where Roman, Moorish, Gothic and Renaissance stone palaces stand almost unchanged, their towers crowned with white stork nests. Game of Thrones used its lanes as King's Landing.

29 km · about 35 min drive

ancient ruins

Roman Theatre of Merida

One of the most magnificent Roman theaters still standing, built in 15 BC in the former capital of Lusitania, still hosting performances in its 6,000-seat auditorium.

53 km · about 60 min drive

national park

Monfragüe & Salto del Gitano

Roadside viewpoint on the EX-208 facing the Peña Falcón crag, where dozens of griffon vultures, black storks and eagles ride the thermals above the Tagus. The signature stop of Monfragüe National Park, Spain's raptor capital.

54 km · about 60 min drive

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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8 km awayPop. 333

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Zarza de Montánchez

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