Lodging in Fuente Piedra Hotel, in Fuente de Piedra (Malaga - Spain), you'll be able to enjoy the observation of thousand different species of birds. Our situation, right in the center of Andalusia, makes possible the visit to: Laguna de Fuente de Piedra nature reserve (from. Fuente de Piedra Lagoon, the largest in Andalusia, with its 164 hectares of Nature Reserve and a 1,364-hectare Protection Zone, is a unique location within the wet zones of the Western Mediterranean. It is home to the largest colony of flamingoes to be found anywhere in the Iberian Peninsula, second in importance in Europe after France's Camargue. It is one of a group of lagoons in the Antequera area, which includes other nature reserves and covers some 3,000 hectares. A Reception and Interpretation Centre has been set up to welcome researchers from Spain and abroad. Elliptical in shape, the lagoon is replenished by rainfall and the underground flow of water provided by aquiferous land. It is also irrigated by Santillan and El Humilladero streams. Due to the extremely saline nature of the substrata, the increase in evaporation in spring leaves crytallised salt on the surface. This resource was exploited from Roman times until the 1950's. Similar characteristics are displayed by the neighbouring lagoons of Campillos and La Ratosa, which, along with Fuente de Piedra, contribute to the maintenance of a number of aquatic bird communities. Typical lagoon vegetation adapted to saline soils. Canes, reeds, salt cedars, sedges, rosebays. Mediterranean scrub and cereal crops. The largest flamingo colony in the Iberian Peninsula. The old dykes, walls and canals which were built to aid salt extraction are today essential to the nesting of the flamingo and other aquatic birds such as the Geochelidon nilotica, Larus genei, Ciconia ciconia, common goose and Anas clypeata. Other species which visit the lagoon in winter or during migratory periods include the sandpiper and a number of birds of prey. More info about Laguna de Fuentepiedra (from. The lake, which is only 500 metres from the town itself, is elliptical shaped, measuring about 6,5 kilometres from end to end and 2,5 kilometres wide, occupying a space of 1,300 hectares. Its geological make-up has resulted in a unique collection of flora and fauna in this place, a humid zone in the western Mediterranean that is home to the biggest flamingo breeding grounds in all of Spain. Along with the humid zones of Campillos, made up of six lakes, and the lake at La Ratosa in Alameda, Andalucia thus has a magnificent complex of lakes rich in animal, bird and plant life. Flamingos over La Laguna de Fuentepiedra. Flora and Fauna of the lake. One of the curiosities of this lake is the presence of plants that have adapted themselves to salt water, above all the Sosa plant, although there are many other species here too. These form the ecosystem in which live a large number of animals and birds, mostly of the aquatic kind. The flamingo colony here is the biggest in Spain and the second biggest in Europe, and the lake is a winter breeding ground for many other bird species too, some in danger of extinction and protected by law. During the breeding period, March to July, it is possible to see here different species of sea-gull and other quite rare birds, apart from the flamingoes. In fact, there are birds here all the year round, winter and summer, and also the passing migratory birds that rest here. The reserve has an information and interpretive centre situated at the Cerro del Palo, where there is plenty of interesting information available on the lake and its inhabitants, with audiovisual panels explaining how this delicate ecosystem works. Interesting species often occuring at Fuente de Piedra (from. Birdwatching in Southern Spain. Greater Flamingo, Wigeon, Gadwall, Teal, Red-crested Pochard, White-headed Duck, Marsh Harrier, Black-winged Stilt, Golden Plover, Lapwing, Whiskered Tern, Bee-eater, Short-toed Lark, Yellow Wagtail, White Wagtail, Great Reed Warbler. Birdwatching in the Lake. Los Montes de Malaga and the river-mouth of the Guadalhorce (from. These are two different areas, one a river-mouth consisting of fresh water and brackish pools close to the sea, the other a mountain site covered mostly with pines and cork oaks, where several tracks lead through the woods. The Montes de Malaga are famed for the presence of Chameleon, which are extremely difficult to find. Some streams contain yellow Wagtails from the Iberian breeds and Passerines are abundant along these small streams, especially during winter when residents are accompanied by northern species such as Thrushes, Redwings and, sometimes, Ring Ouzels. The Firecrest is often seen as are all Tits. Nightingales and Cuckoos can be heard in summer, Golden Orioles fly by and some Raptors are present, including the Short-toed Eagle and Booted Eagle and Buzzards and Sparrow Hawks in the summer. This is a nice area to visit, but it is best done early in the morning, and avoiding weekends when hundreds of people have their barbecues in the mountains and along the streams. Guadalorce River-mouth. This is an excellent site for people who booked a Costa del Sol holiday accompanied by non-birding family members. A good compromise is to enjoy some bird-watching while the others are sunbathing on the beach of the same park. This can be done perfectly on a day-trip as even a short visit uncovers numerous species. The area consists mainly of a few fresh-water and brackish pools close to the sea. The ponds have originated from former gravel extractions but the area is now a nature park. Occasionally, after heavy rains, the area is flooded but this does not occur often. The species are the typical ones: Kentish Plover breed; Osprey appear during migration; and wintering Booted Eagles also are present. You can expect rare species at all times of the year, such as the Western Reef Heron in 1996, and the Feruginous Duck. The Bengal Terns and all the other Terns also appear. In winter there are colonies of Cormorants and Blue Herons and some years a Short-eared Owl stays in the area for a few weeks. Fan-tailed Warblers breed commonly and, in contrast to other places, are highly visible. Breeding around the ponds are the Great Reed Warbler and Reed warbler. Little Bittern also breed and there are many migrating Squaco Herons. to see a complete list of birds. Sierra de Grazalema and Ronda: (from. Watching the locals for the first time, it seems surprising that many of them are carrying umbrellas, It is not strange, however, when you learn that the average annual rainfall is 2,223 millimetres- making the village of Grazalema one of the wettest places in Spain. Grazalema itself is one of the renowned white villages and more of these villages can be found in this area. The small roads that connect these villages are good routes to see Raptors. Sierra de Grazalema actually belongs to the western part of Sierra de Ronda. It is famed for the presence of the rare pinsapos (Spanish fir) - thanks to the micro-climate. Unlike other sites in Spain, it is cool and wet throughout summer. The Spanish fir woods are well preserved and an entry card is required to visit some areas. It is of interest for bird-watchers because of the high density of Eagles. Golden Eagles breed here, albeit in small number. It is thought that the high numbers of Bonellis Eagles prevent breeding of Golden Eagles. In recent years, the Spanish Ibex has extended its area from Serrania de Ronda to this mountain range. Ronda, which is 15 kilometres from Grazalema, is another good site to look for birds in this mountain range, although the aforementioned has higher densities. The village of Ronda itself is divided by a deep gorge spanned by a bridge. We therefore are able to see Lesser Kestrels and other cliff-nesting birds such as Rock Doves, Alpine Swifts and Alpine Coughs. Peregrines also are common. The Vultures of Ronda have disappeared but, on th...

Opiniones de nuestros visitantes. Me ha encantado la estancia en este maravilloso hotel. Muy acogedor, agradable y limpio, sobre todo destacar el impecable trato recibido. No dudeis en venir a pasar unos dias de descanso y confort. Saludos a la familia y en especial a Willy. 20/Agosto/2006 18:20 un hote maravilloso con gente encantadora gente muy simpatica en recepcion mue buenos servicios volvere en cuanto tenga un hueco augusto (malaga) (espana). 19/Agosto/2006 19:00 el hotel conde fuente piedra esta de puti meri. 19/Agosto/2006 10:21. HOTEL CON ENCANTO, MUY ACOGEDOR, GENTE MUY AMABLE, COMO EN CASA. Justo lo que buscaba tranquilidad y buena comunicacion.La sorpresa fue encontrarme como en casa y empezar los 4 dias de buen humor tras conversar con Pepe (el dueno) en los desayunos (saludos a toda la familia).Muy recomendable. ANGEL SANCHEZ SIMARRO. 16/Febrero/2006 23:42. MERECE LA PENA VISITAR EL HOTEL FUENTE DE PIEDRA.ME GUSTO MUCHO,TIENEN UNAS INSTALACIONES MUY BONITAS Y EL SERVICIO ES MUY BUENO. 14/Noviembre/2005 17:59. Estupenda la ciudad de Fuentepiedra, y Conde de la Laguna, el mejor hotel de Fuente Piedra, con diferencia. El mejor hotel en Antequera! JUAN ANTONIO CORDERO ORTEGA os recomiendo que descubrais un riconcito de tranquilidad donde reponerse de todas las posibilidades turisticas que se pueden realizar desde este punto estrategico. Las habitaciones son acogedoras y no digo nada, de los desayunos. Esos panecillos de Anteq. Sharon Terry Warman (UK). 1/Febrero/2005 23:00. We stayed in the hotel June 2004.Absolutly gorgeous the family run hotel is exremely friendly, exeptionally clean and well positioned for the village restaurants, bars and lagoon STRONGLY recommend it. Van Hoof-Vogels Firmin y Lydia. Hemos pasado 10 dias agradables.El hotel da un ambiente caracteristico,de cordialidad y de hospitalidad!Estupendo Seguramente revolvemos!!Vlaams Wij hebben hier 10 aangename dagen doorgebracht.Het hotel heeft een karakteristieke sfeer, hartelijke en ze. Nici and Richard Canning. This is a beautiful little hotel and is ideally situated for access to the Lagoon. Jesus and Dolores are great hosts, and there are several restaurants within walking distance. Veronique Brogli Urs Stoffel. 5/Diciembre/2004 20:39. Con esta lluvia a Fuente di Piedra hay di nuevo un lago meravillosa. It was a lovely stay this autumn in your hotel and around the lagoon. Greetings from Switzerland Vero and Urs. 15/Noviembre/2004 20:46. Irrepetible,inmejorable,vale la pena pasar el fin de semana,probar su exquisito queso. 30/Septiembre/2004 19:24. Muy precioso hotel fuente piedra. Bella ciudad fuentepiedra y gente amable. Beautiful hotel in fuente piedra. De los mejores hoteles rurales que vi. 29/Agosto/2004 14:39 la piscina mu bonita y los hijos majisimos. A few weeks ago we spend 5 days in this wonderful hotel. The hospitality and amiability of the family who owns this hotel, combined with the special character of this ancient palace house, made us decide to certainly return next year. Thanks, it was gr beatriz Chacon (espana) un hotel estupendo. La gente es maravillosa y te sientes como en casa. Sinceramente id a visitarlo vale la pena! Frank Wright (Sweden). 6/Noviembre/2003 13:02. Beautiful photos, beautiful web full of services... next year i´ll go there to spend my vacations. Best Regards, Frank. Hotel Conde de la Laguna. 25/Octubre/2003 19:57. For Eddie DAEMS: We have got only breakfast. You can found some restaurants in the centre of Fuente de Piedra. 23/Octubre/2003 13:26. Does your hotel have a restaurant or can we found some restaurants in the centre of Fuente de Piedra. 15/Octubre/2003 19:25. Precioso Hotel con encanto... no os lo perdais.