Mountain refuge Refugio de cazadores

Environment and relief

At the periphery of the region of Land of Ledesma , the transit through the boundaries between Salamanca and Zamora reveals a landscape of penillanura where isolation is a constant. This area, marked by the sobriety of the salmantine relief, houses the Shelter of hunters in an environment of transition to the neighbouring region of Sayago . The field configuration in this sector of Santiz It is characterized by a moderate altitude of just over 900 metres, but, due to its clear character, it exposes the mountain to the weather conditions of the northern plateau. The domain of the oak and the alcornoque, along with the formations of complaint and low shrubs of cantuesos and jars, defines a space where the orientation depends on discreet geographical milestones such as the Holy Weight , a hill that reaches 984 meters and functions as a provincial divisive. At a distance, the presence of Misierra head It complements an orographic profile that, although it does not have large accumulated levels, requires constant effort management due to the nature of the firm and constant exposure to solar radiation or the dominant wind.

Logistics and approach

Given the location of the shelter at 918 meters of altitude and the characteristics of the land, the planning of any activity should prioritize strict water autonomy. The nearest sources, such as Caño source they are at a distance of more than two kilometres, which requires the transport of sufficient supplies from the beginning of the day. The use of this space is primarily linked to the exploration of the local mountains and to the link between the surrounding roads that connect to today's depopulated cores as well as to the La Izcalina . The physical approach does not require technical climbing skills, but does require adequate physical resistance for working days on irregular and stony terrain. It is essential to consider that the state of the infrastructure in these areas of low population density can be variable, so it is recommended that the maximum prudence in terms of logistics and not take for granted the availability of internal services, heating or specific equipment for the night in the Shelter of hunters .