Ruidera Spain is a unique area of Castillia La Mancha far removed from the hot dry capital city of Toledo and the surrounding countryside. This part of La Mancha is a national park famous for  the beautiful chain of fourteen lagoons (las lagunas de Ruidera) which straddle the area.  Ruidera itself is a small village with a population of approx 600. Ruidera has a long history dating back to before the time of the Romans and even as far back as the iron age.  There are rivers and streams connecting the lagoons together with some beautiful waterfalls. If you enjoy fishing, there is some fantastic angling in the lagoons. Ruidera is also a bird spotters paradise, this is a fantastic area for a back to nature holidayy, surrounding the lagoons are some wonderful forests.  There are   Flamingos, Lapwings, Golden Orioles,  Eagle owls, Ospreys and even Golden eagles to be found. Kingfishers, Woodpeckers, Azure winged magpies and hoopoe are common in this area.

Some of the other species you can find here are Larks, Cuckoos, Martins and Swallows, Nut hatches, Sparrows and Finches, Nightjars,  Wrens and Chats, Flycatchers, Pipits, Wagtails, Wheatears, Thrush, Warblers,  Tits and Tree creepers,  Shrike, Jay,  Cross bills and Buntings a true bird watchers paradise.

BIRD WATCHING IN SPAIN

Would you like a bird spotting holiday in Spain?

Peter Staggs has lived in the Ruidera area for over ten years working as a wildlife journalist and guide.  He is uniquely qualified to show you the area's outstanding wildlife and help with your bird watching .  You can book a holiday with Peter, who will arrange your accommodation and all other aspects of your trip.  Please click here for more information on  this fantastic opportunity