Town
Jaraíz de la Vera is a municipality located in the province of Cáceres, Extremadura, Spain. According to the 2012 census (INE), the municipality has a population of 6,727 inhabitants. It is situated to the north of Extremadura and it is the capital city of the comarca La Vera.
From 1964 to 1991 the town was home to "The Institute of Studies on Ancient Weapons" which was part of the Higher Council for Scientific Research. The institute was led by Ada Bruhn Hoffmeyer and her husband.
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The essentials for getting around Jaraíz de la Vera without surprises: how to get there, municipal facts and when it's most worth coming.
Coordinates: 40.0608° N, 5.7573° O
By bus: check the regional bus timetables, they change by season. If you come without a car, confirm the last service back before you leave.
We only list verified numbers. The town hall itself will give you the number of the clinic or the pharmacy.
There are no events in Jaraíz de la Vera's calendar yet, so any month works. Ask us about the local festivals: almost every village has one.
Spring
Fields in bloom and good walking temperatures.
Summer
Hot at midday; festivals tend to cluster in these months.
Autumn
Golden light, mushroom season and fewer visitors.
Winter
Cold and short days. Life gathers in the bar and the square.
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