Camarena de la Sierra has taken a significant step in promoting historical tourism with the inauguration of the Bunker Route. This new tourist attraction, primarily funded by the Teruel Investment Fund (FITE), explores the wartime heritage of the Civil War in the region, thereby diversifying the local tourism offering.
A Journey Through the Military History of Aragón
The Bunker Route offers a 6.64-kilometer itinerary that allows visitors to delve into the fortifications built in 1938 during the Aragón offensive. This route traverses the Gúdar-Javalambre region, where more than fifty troop shelters with concrete vaults, twenty command posts, and nearly forty machine gun nests can be found. Additionally, the defensive system includes around two hundred sniper pits, ammunition depots, and a network of trenches, providing a comprehensive view of the military strategies of the time.
Financing and Institutional Support
The development of this route involved an investment of 50,000 euros from the FITE and an additional 10,000 euros contributed by the municipality. The official inauguration was a notable event that featured the presence of important figures such as Manuel Blasco, Counselor of Environment and Tourism, Francisco Narro, Mayor of Camarena de la Sierra, and Enrique Gómez, Deputy Delegate of the Government of Spain in Teruel.
Resources for an Enriching Experience
The initiative not only focuses on the physical visit to the bunkers but also offers supplementary resources to enhance the visitor’s experience. Under the direction of military historian Rubén Sáez and archaeologist Javier Ibáñez, a 16-page informational brochure has been developed, along with markers equipped with QR codes that provide additional historical information. Furthermore, a specific website offers historical and technical content, as well as a detailed itinerary for those interested in delving deeper into the military history of the region.
