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Folk music is an important part of any local fiesta

The rail company Renfe (www.renfe.com) runs trains that link all the main cities across Extremadura, and main railways stations have bus connections. Spanish trains usually run on time and every ticket holder has a seat. Train fares are reasonable – 300km between Madrid and Cáceres is around €40, with discounts for young people and students. Over 60s can buy a Trajeta Dorada (Golden Card) for €5 at any railway station by showing their passport or proof of age. This card allows immediate discounts on all rail travel. (Prices correct in 2017.)

Plasencia, Cáceres, Trujillo, Mérida and Badajoz all have main bus stations. Even the smallest villages from which walks start and finish have bus stops, although services may often be limited to one bus per day in each direction. Note that services can be disrupted at any time and on public and local holidays they do not run at all. Getting around by bus is in theory a good idea but in practice may be complicated.