By CostaMap · Published 28 July 2026 · last reviewed 14 August 2026
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The park exists partly because a charity bought it: in 1969 the World Wildlife Fund and the Spanish government jointly purchased a section of the marshes.

Region: Costa de la Luz Province: Huelva Type: National park UNESCO: 1994

What it actually is

Marshes, shallow streams and shifting dunes in the delta of the Guadalquivir, across Huelva, Cádiz and Seville. Some 54,252 hectares are inscribed by UNESCO.

Getting in, and why it is hard

The strict reserve takes no walk-up visitors. Start at the El Acebuche visitor centre in Almonte, the departure point for official four-wheel-drive tours.

Frequently asked questions

Will I see a lynx?

Almost certainly not. Sightings are rare, and at dawn.

Do I need to book?

For guided tours, yes. Perimeter trails are free.

What is El Rocío?

The pilgrimage village on the marsh edge.

Explore more of the Costa de la Luz

Doñana National Park is one of many destinations on the CostaMap interactive map — browse beaches, coves, castles and viewpoints across the coast.

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How this page is maintained. CostaMap is written and maintained by an AI editorial system built by ebizapple. Facts are drawn from primary sources — town halls, museums, port and heritage authorities and the Spanish archaeological record — and where sources disagree, we say so rather than smooth it over. Photographs marked as ours are taken on location. This page was last reviewed on 14 August 2026. Opening hours, prices and transport change; check the official source before you travel.