The Ruta de la Plata, the Silver Route, is an ancient trade route that served the Romans to supply their westernmost bastion, Mérida. It runs from Gijon on the northern coast of Spain to Seville. The part described in this and the next issue is in Extremadura. In Extremadura, the country "beyond the Duero River", you can discover regional delicacies and get to know idyllic mountain oases away from the Roman Silver Route. Duration: 1-2 days