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Hydrography
Río Camaces River
In the western region of Salamanca province, the Camaces river flows in a distinctive manner, ultimately discharging into the river Huebra, which in turn flows a few kilometres away into the Duero river. The river's course is characterised by its passage through narrow granite gorges, the formation of waterfalls of considerable height, and the presence of a rich variety of flora along its banks.
The source of the river Camaces is situated to the east of the village of Bañobárez in an extensive area of pastureland. The route of the river, which extends to 47 km, crosses the towns of Fuenteliante and Olmedo de Camaces. It is also worth noting that the river passes through the municipalities of Olmedo de Camaces, Fuenteliante, San Felices de los Gallegos, Lumbrales, Bernellar and Hinojosa de Duero. The river then flows into the River Huebra, which in turn joins the River Duero shortly afterwards.
The River Camaces is a river with a route that is characteristic of the tributaries of the River Duero. The Camaces River has several particularly steep stretches in this area of Salamanca close to the border with Portugal. This is due to the abundance of granite, slate and quartzite in the area. Similarly, the longitudinal profile of the area presents a steep slope, which is reflected in the physical environment with frequent and significant waterfalls, such as the impressive Cachón de Camaces waterfall.
The river supports a diverse range of flora, including holm oaks, ash trees, poplars, broom and other annual plants. The river's banks are home to reedbeds, grasslands and mint. Regarding the ichthyofauna, the remarkable sardines, a recently discovered endemic species exclusive to this area, stand out as a particularly noteworthy feature. Fishing is generally allowed on this river.
The river is home to a significant historical legacy, including several notable bridges, ancient forts, traditional fountains and other valuable cultural assets.