Entrepeñas Reservoir
Reservoir Large reservoir in Castilla–La Mancha used for irrigation
Entrepeñas Reservoir in Castilla-La Mancha provides boating, fishing and lakeside swimming; visitors use it for water sports and to visit nearby towns and beaches.
Entrepeñas Reservoir is a large man-made reservoir in Castilla-La Mancha, Spain, formed on the Tagus river system and used for water management and recreation.
The reservoir offers extensive open water used for boating, sailing and other water sports, with beaches and marinas developed at key points along the shore. Its surface area and shoreline create a prominent inland water landscape in a predominantly rural part of central Spain.
Created through river regulation and dam construction during the 20th century, the reservoir forms part of regional water infrastructure for irrigation, supply and hydroelectric use. It has since become an established local recreational resource.
The reservoir lies in Castilla-La Mancha, near the provincial boundary areas west of Madrid and close to towns such as Sacedón and areas within Guadalajara province, forming part of the Tagus river basin.
- Function: Formed by a dam on the Tagus (Tajo) river system, it is used for water storage, hydroelectric generation and recreational boating in summer months.
- Recreation: The shoreline features marinas, beaches and seasonal tourism facilities concentrated near nearby towns and recreation hubs.
How to Get to Entrepeñas Reservoir #
Accessible by road from nearby towns such as Sacedón and Guadalajara via the CM-200 and local roads. The reservoir is best visited by car; parking and small marinas are scattered around the shore.
Tips for Visiting Entrepeñas Reservoir #
- If planning water sports, book permits and launch slots in advance - the reservoir is busy in summer.
- Drive along the CM-200 and look for small pullovers to find quiet viewpoints; some vantage points require short walks.
- Combine with a visit to nearby towns like Sacedón for food and fuel.
Best Time to Visit Entrepeñas Reservoir #
Late spring through early autumn is best for water activities; summers are hot and crowded.
Weather & Climate near Entrepeñas Reservoir #
Entrepeñas Reservoir's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 11 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 50 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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