Audio Guide of Fuente Chiquita Bridge

Fuente Chiquita Bridge is an open-air structure, so it is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with no time restrictions. You can visit freely whenever you like. It is located in an urban setting and is easily visible from the Silver Route Greenway.

Good news! Fuente Chiquita Bridge is a public historic monument, and visiting it is completely free. There is no admission fee to access it or admire it. It is part of Hervás’s heritage and is open for all visitors to enjoy.

A visit to Fuente Chiquita Bridge does not require much time. Since it is a bridge and not a large complex, about 15 to 30 minutes is enough to admire it, take some photos, and read any nearby informational signs if there are any. If you combine it with a walk along the Silver Route Greenway or through the Jewish Quarter, it can be one stop on a longer outing.

Fuente Chiquita Bridge is a key part of Hervás’s history, especially because of its connection to the old Royal Road that linked the town with Plasencia and the Silver Route. It is believed to date from the 18th century, making it an example of the engineering of its time and an important crossing point for people and goods. Its local granite design reflects the traditional architecture of the Sierra de Béjar and Candelario, and although it is not a monumental structure, it has great local ethnographic and historical value. There is no specific official website for the bridge itself, but its history is understood within the broader heritage of Hervás.

The best time to visit Fuente Chiquita Bridge, like Hervás in general, is during spring (April to June) or autumn (September to October), when temperatures are more pleasant and the surrounding landscape looks its best. Early morning or sunset are ideal times for photography, as the light is softer and the atmosphere is calmer. In summer, avoid the middle of the day because of the intense heat.

Fuente Chiquita Bridge is located in the urban part of Hervás and can be reached from the Silver Route Greenway. The greenway is a flat, well-maintained path, which makes access to the area near the bridge easier for people with reduced mobility. The bridge itself is a stone structure with a roadway that, although it may have some unevenness due to its age, is generally passable. However, since it is an outdoor setting, assistance is always recommended if needed.

Hervás is full of charm! Very close to Fuente Chiquita Bridge, you can explore the famous Jewish Quarter of Hervás, declared a Historic-Artistic Site, with its narrow streets and adobe-and-wood houses. You can also walk or cycle along the Silver Route Greenway, which passes right by the bridge. Other points of interest include the Church of Santa María de Aguas Vivas and the Motorcycle and Classic Car Museum. There are plenty of options to round out your visit.

Of course—here are a couple of tips: first, wear comfortable shoes if you plan to walk along the Greenway or explore the Jewish Quarter. Second, do not forget your camera, as the bridge and its surroundings are very picturesque, especially if you find an interesting angle from the Greenway or the riverbank. Finally, if you are interested in local history, read up on the context of the Royal Road that crossed the bridge; this will help you better appreciate its value and the importance it had for Hervás.