Cazalegas reservoir

Swimming and a walk by a reservoir with a river beach, just 15 minutes from the estate. The perfect change of scenery between two days by the pool, or a loose afternoon plan.

Photo: Malopez 21 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Distance: 14 km
By car: 15 min

The Cazalegas reservoir is 15 minutes from the estate, about 14 km, and has a river beach area with sand and grass where you can swim and sunbathe in a different setting from the house pool. It's the shortest outing the surroundings have to offer: you can go after lunch and be back in time for drinks.

What you'll find

A river beach with a supervised swimming area in high season.
Grass and shade to spend the afternoon with the group, no booking needed.
A picnic area and parking close to the shore.
Walks along the water for anyone who prefers walking to swimming.

When it works best

It's the perfect complement to a pool weekend: a change of scenery without leaving the area, also handy on days when the estate's pool is busy or when the group fancies stretching their legs after lunch. In low season, when the river beach has no lifeguard service, it's still a good spot for a walk by the water. It also works well as a stop on the way back from Talavera or the Sierra de San Vicente if the group wants one last break before reaching the estate: it sits practically on the route from both, with barely any detour.

Distance from the estate: 14 km
Drive time: 15 minutes
Best season: Summer for swimming; year-round for a walk

The river beach fills up early on July and August weekends: arrive in the morning if the group wants space by the water.
There is no sunbed or parasol rental on the shore: this is a bring-your-own beach, not a resort-style one.
Car access is straightforward and signposted from the road connecting Cazalegas with the motorway.
The water level and the width of the beach vary through the season depending on how much the reservoir is drawn down.

What to bring

There are no shops or beach bars right by the shore, so it's worth bringing a parasol or shade, some food and plenty of water, especially in high summer when the area fills up with families from all over the district. Car access reaches very close to the river beach, which makes it easy to bring young children, beach chairs and coolers without carrying much on foot. For a large group, it's worth arriving before midday on July and August weekends, when shade and space by the water fill up fast.

FAQ

Can we visit Cazalegas and come back in an afternoon?

Yes, it is only 15 minutes away: one of the shortest outings in the area.

Is there a lifeguard all year round?

Lifeguard service usually covers the summer high season; outside those dates take extra care.

Is it a good plan with young children?

Yes, the grass area and river beach are comfortable for an afternoon with children, always under adult supervision.

Is there anywhere to eat nearby?

There are no beach bars right by the shore; it is best to bring your own food or head back to eat at the estate.

Coming as a group

If you are planning the visit to Cazalegas reservoir with a large group, the estate is right there: the whole house for 12 to 16 people, six en-suite bedrooms and a saltwater pool shared with no one.