I Found Someone Living in an Abandoned Spanish Mountain Village

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  • I was exploring northern Spain and visited an abandoned village up in the mountains towards France when I found one of the houses actually still had someone living inside despite all the buildings surrounding it having collapsed years ago.
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  • @LRDefender1968
    @LRDefender1968 Рік тому +4

    Hi John,
    I have to say that these last half a dozen episodes or so have been off the charts Sir, thank you very much!
    These are so inspirational for me, really makes me want to go on fabulous adventures in my Defender.
    Kind regards
    Tony

  • @patriciadrysdale731
    @patriciadrysdale731 Рік тому

    I just love looking around old villages as well, just to see how the other half used to live. The scenery was amazing as usual John. Take care and stay safe xxPat

  • @chimchef
    @chimchef Рік тому

    I’ve driven this road in an open top car. Nearly run of the road a few times as the road and views were fantastic. Bought back great memories. Defiantly Epic.

  • @trickster11300
    @trickster11300 Рік тому

    Hi John, we were in that area in April. I remember the raw beauty and the sections of ‘Normal’ road between the M way sections giving the suspension on out motorhome a bit of a workout. Found an excellent bakery in a village before moving onwards. Thanks for a great video that brought back some welcome memories. Mike

  • @asaandthemarchharepart2903
    @asaandthemarchharepart2903 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant one John. That village was a fabulous place to explore. So many amazing places to stop off and take in the views. Great filming. Although Forget to mention on your last one. That definitely took a lot of filming. Hats off to you. Keep Loving the Adventure Bud 👍

  • @ianbasson8367
    @ianbasson8367 Рік тому +1

    Nice one John. It’s so sad how a village has to die to provide others with water but that happens everywhere including here in the UK. Quite remarkable how some families are still able to make a living there. The roads do look amazing to drive as well.

  • @BentleyOnTour
    @BentleyOnTour Рік тому +2

    That abandoned village was EPIC 😂

  • @rojharris
    @rojharris Рік тому

    Great Camera! Picked one up last month (still available new on Amazon) and I love it. I'd say better than my past Nikons. So versatile. Great videos too by the way :-)

  • @jimrodda
    @jimrodda Рік тому +1

    Hi John, my 14 year old grandson asked " what's 20 to 30 clicks " I told him it's what the American film industry use in old war films, then I told him it's Kilometres, and he said " why didn't he say kilometres, at that point I gave up.

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому

      The Europeans love their kilometres so you just get used to it. 😎

  • @Rich-n-Cooper
    @Rich-n-Cooper Рік тому

    I love taking the backroads if im not in a rush. I did a recent trip over the north york moors to vist a friend and wasnt sure i was still in Yorkshire at one point! Crazy to think they would just leave a town behind, but great place to explore!

  • @robincurwood
    @robincurwood Рік тому

    Very interesting John. I think there was a TV program about abandoned places that told the history of the place. Prefer your shots of it though. No talking heads apart from yours. Which was the right amount for me. Keep up with the good work.😮

  • @nickymercer4398
    @nickymercer4398 Рік тому +1

    That was fascinating John, the views were breathtaking and the abandoned village was amazing 🥰

  • @nomadicfoodie6286
    @nomadicfoodie6286 Рік тому

    Wow, much more interesting than an abandoned miners camp in the US!

  • @annies8075
    @annies8075 Рік тому

    Another great video with stunning footage of the wonderful scenery. Very interesting to see around the abandoned village. I always love watching videos of abandoned and derelict buildings, many thanks for walking through the heat and scratchy bushes etc., to film all of it 👍. John, I appreciate that you are probably very much aware of all this, but when I was having cancer treatment, I also saw far too many people having treatment for skin cancer (some quite disfiguring 😢).......so please be mindful and take extra extra care in the sun and keep lathering on the factor 50 etc., in order to avoid your skin getting burnt and having problems in years from now.

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому

      I don’t spend long in the sun, and if I can I’ll go out very early or very late in the day. 👍🏻

  • @deborahjaneapperley1004
    @deborahjaneapperley1004 Рік тому

    The landscape is beautiful.

  • @ben2e0omr
    @ben2e0omr Рік тому

    An excellent video once again John. I love the juxtaposition of the rather ancient electric cable alongside the modern ducting. Maybe you could have ridden to the village on your e-bike...

  • @mikeockwell9127
    @mikeockwell9127 Рік тому +1

    Hi John, great footage, would be really interested to hear some place names/regions filmed as you travel through please

  • @sjfno1
    @sjfno1 Рік тому

    What a brilliant video! Thank you, John.

  • @welshieonwheels
    @welshieonwheels Рік тому

    Very interesting thank you , looks like 3 phase and neutral going in there . Reminds me of the village abandoned Capel Celyn located near the Afon Tryweryn Valley in Wales . When we had a drought they were able to go back and look , seems sad to me when something is abandoned very well done good luck John 👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇬🇧🇨🇦

  • @ohm4x4offroad30
    @ohm4x4offroad30 Рік тому

    Driving to Malos de Rigalos, a perfect climbing area, nice camp site to. Driving on into the mountains is cool out there. Nice drive John.

  • @victoriahaworth2651
    @victoriahaworth2651 Рік тому

    I absolutely loved the village , the Tv noise would have completely spooked me . Looking forward to your adventures back in the UK . Lots of sun cream please John , you need to take care x

  • @wilbearworks
    @wilbearworks Рік тому

    That village was on Abandoned Engineering a few weeks ago. The people left when the reservoir took away their farmland. good coverage John, thanks.

  • @dbcooper7326
    @dbcooper7326 Рік тому

    0:39 This song came to mind....
    I've been through the desert on a horse with no name
    It felt good to be out of the rain
    In the desert you can't remember your name
    'Cause there ain't no one for to give you no pain
    La la la la la la...

  • @bleeno6187
    @bleeno6187 Рік тому

    Thanks John! 😁 Interesting exploration.

  • @tonyjones2399
    @tonyjones2399 Рік тому

    In one word, Amazing !!

  • @sallydavis1345
    @sallydavis1345 Рік тому

    I loved this video. I was on the edge of my seat while you were in that “ abandoned “ village. I am glad that you went out of your way to experience that. The scenery did remind me of the western part of the USA. Lots of stone mountains and spires and emptiness. Take care of your sunburn and have a safe trip back to England. See you back home.

  • @GeordieOnTour
    @GeordieOnTour Рік тому

    Really nice place you visit, enjoyed today's video. That heat would kill me I think you need Aircon. Thx for the adventure John. Looking forward to the next one

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому

      I have a/c in the cab when I’m driving 👍🏻 in the back I have a great setup that keeps me cool.

  • @davidpilsworth1254
    @davidpilsworth1254 Рік тому

    Another super place. If your coming home through Southern France, try Gorge Du Verdon

  • @MuddyDuck...
    @MuddyDuck... Рік тому

    Wow - amazing how different the landscape and climate is in that part of Spain. The mountain village looked like something out of a spaghetti western. Would have been fascinating to know why just one house was still occupied in such a long abandoned village.
    Where are you planning to head next - further south into the heat, or north to find some cooler weather. Either way, am looking forward to your next upload... 👍

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому

      There's a hint of my next travel direction at the end of this video 👍🏻

  • @Albert_206
    @Albert_206 Рік тому

    Seriously I suspect it would have scared the @#€l out of me totally unexpected realizing someone is living there 🤣 really love the French/Spanish tour John!

  • @timstradling7764
    @timstradling7764 Рік тому

    Thanks for this one John. My kind of travel - nothing like a bimble round unfamiliar territory and the remarkable things that serendipity brings to you. I really felt a deep pathos as you toured the abandoned village, just imagining the efforts made to build it in the first place, and the lives led there over what must have been centuries. Beautifully conveyed.

  • @ashbyspannerman
    @ashbyspannerman Рік тому

    Exactly what I told my satnav through Spain and Portugal last year, there’s so much people miss!

  • @yaminthegrey
    @yaminthegrey Рік тому

    Hari OM
    I am totally with you on driving the back roads, John and discovering little places like that village all add to the adventure. Really enjoyed this visit with you - and the videography along the way! YAM xx

  • @Pugwash.
    @Pugwash. Рік тому

    The views are epic. This was the correct use of the word.

  • @jimjeffries8804
    @jimjeffries8804 Рік тому

    Well done again young John, who would want the coast all the time when there are views and places like this to explore thank you for going where most of us will never go or see❤

  • @GedandMichele
    @GedandMichele Рік тому

    Wow what an interesting place. Defo wetting the appetite to make the effort to head that way (when it's cooler!)

  • @iangiles7038
    @iangiles7038 Рік тому

    Hi John Thanks for sharing your travel videos and seeing the places you visit
    It’s nice to see that you are now enjoying what you are doing Keep it up mate and keep enjoying your journey

  • @woolleycodwanderers4833
    @woolleycodwanderers4833 Рік тому

    Wow 😍👍 and wow 😍👍 never seen this place before, nice one John 👏 ... 😘🤗❤👵🐾🐾🐾🤠 xxxx

  • @beepythevellfire
    @beepythevellfire Рік тому

    Wow. Looks like it was either abandoned hundreds of years ago or something else has happened to get it into such a ruined state. Amazing place to explore! Thank you for sharing. 😃

  • @khogg3235
    @khogg3235 Рік тому

    That was really interesting, thanks John. I would love to explore this area, only need my husband to retire now! 🤣

  • @ellenbower4825
    @ellenbower4825 Рік тому

    That did remind me of California, Arizona, and Utah. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @deborahjaneapperley1004
    @deborahjaneapperley1004 Рік тому

    Impressive camera I like a camera with a view finder . The view was amazing.

  • @TOBY_AND_LUCYS_ADVENTURES
    @TOBY_AND_LUCYS_ADVENTURES Рік тому

    Its sad to see the abandoned village. Nr my cuz in France, there is an abandoed village, that was taken over by germans, during ww2. There where old sewing machines & tools scattered about it was really sad but i was glad i saw it.

  • @gina50gina
    @gina50gina Рік тому

    John, thanks for taking us on this epic journey through beautiful scenery and this interesting abandoned village. You are brave!

  • @swleek
    @swleek Рік тому

    The last few vids have been amazing loving the northern Spain vids

  • @viajaconsilviatony5841
    @viajaconsilviatony5841 Рік тому +1

    What’s the name of the village and exactly where is it?

  • @brendarobinson429
    @brendarobinson429 Рік тому

    John another fantastic vlog, epic scenery

  • @anyjimblogs
    @anyjimblogs Рік тому

    Love the video John. Thanks for sharing. Really enjoy the travel videos, seeing the new places you visit. Your a very lucky man.

  • @tonycooper6858
    @tonycooper6858 Рік тому

    That abandoned village was awesome,also grt scenery aswell

  • @Ellie-we5rq
    @Ellie-we5rq Рік тому

    Oooo that sunburn looked sore 🥵

  • @pete.goes.roaming
    @pete.goes.roaming Рік тому

    I enjoyed that John. Interesting. 👍🏻😊

  • @shazzer35
    @shazzer35 Рік тому

    Thank you for a brilliant vlog as usual

  • @MATS_MAKERSPACE
    @MATS_MAKERSPACE Рік тому +1

    @andywilman are you watching?

  • @paullawrence8572
    @paullawrence8572 Рік тому

    Another great vid John! Just wished I had your Tech brain mate🤓👌👍

  • @steb9210
    @steb9210 Рік тому

    Really enjoyed that John

  • @karenholdaway8284
    @karenholdaway8284 Рік тому

    Very interesting video thanks. At the beginning I was thinking 'oh good, John's being more cautious after his brave/stupid drive in the Badlands' but by the end I see it was only a temporary blip😅

  • @geoffcampbell7846
    @geoffcampbell7846 Рік тому

    Brilliant video again John, and I loved the vistas along the way. Did any "doer uppers" in the village catch your eye? I think you captured the wandering soul perfectly, heading up the back roads just because you can and have the time to enjoy it. Very enjoyable filming, and super commentary. Cheers 👋

  • @jamesstapley5787
    @jamesstapley5787 Рік тому

    Hi, we're in Turkey and its 42 out and 41 in. How is you're van 30 out and 23 in ?!. Do you have AC powered off your Solar system, if so PLEASE put a link in ?. Oh, loving you're overlanding adventures. We've had to hold up in Sarigerme for a few weeks just to be by the sea. It's abit warm. Stay happy, always watching.

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому +1

      It’s all done without a/c in the habitation area, I do have a/c up front as I’m driving, in the back I have 2 maxxfans, 2 side windows and a rear window and all the 3 window open fully and together with the fans it drastically reduces the heat inside my van.

  • @MrSnowMen
    @MrSnowMen Рік тому

    Wonderful video John,
    That footage using Sony RX10 looked *Cough* EPIC 😉 as well as the Drone footage.
    Better quality than the Nikon COOLPIX P1000 which was on my wishlist
    Sorry to ask, that device at the bottom of your windscreen 07:33, what is it? ( Thought it was a dashcam, but probably wrong )
    GrandTour of Spain with Clarkson, Hammond and May. Only wish. Maybe next year.
    Did you get to see the stars without the light polution.

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому

      Thank you. The dashcam is probably what you can see in the bottom of the window.

  • @vivienne3757
    @vivienne3757 Рік тому

    Another awesome video, the roads you travel look good as very little traffic, would suit me. Look forward to further adventures from you😊

  • @JohnnyBurr
    @JohnnyBurr Рік тому

    Great video John! I love places like that, great photo opportunities!

  • @darrenjones5885
    @darrenjones5885 Рік тому

    The job with the winch was almost as good as Arthur Tussik’s work. Almost. I think he could straighten out a car that had been through a crusher.

  • @sevenpointfive5450
    @sevenpointfive5450 Рік тому

    Another great video John

  • @dennispendleton4305
    @dennispendleton4305 Рік тому

    Good video John... I would have been tempted to get my volt testing pen out to see if the overheads were still live 😅😅

  • @richarddickson3211
    @richarddickson3211 Рік тому

    Good content john.

  • @antghale
    @antghale Рік тому

    Epic !!! Tony

  • @paulawaters6142
    @paulawaters6142 Рік тому

    Loved it!

  • @VanLife_At_Last
    @VanLife_At_Last Рік тому

    Cracking vid John

  • @ML-jr1yz
    @ML-jr1yz Рік тому

    You need to find a lake or sea side town and dive for a swimm to cool down.

  • @pauliwallnuts2804
    @pauliwallnuts2804 Рік тому

    Thanks John... that was superb... epic 👍

  • @rosesevers5181
    @rosesevers5181 Рік тому

    Really interesting video 😁

  • @DA11NOON
    @DA11NOON Рік тому

    Great vlog John 👍 Be safe 👍

  • @roberthollands3308
    @roberthollands3308 Рік тому

    Brilliant as usual John!

  • @hazelcameron9503
    @hazelcameron9503 Рік тому

    Another great video John, thank you for sharing.... 2 questions if I may, (1) is that an Aloe vera plant you have placed in the front of your car? I know they are good for sunburn. (2) Is this a solo journey you are doing? Thank you.

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому +1

      The plant is plastic 😁 from ikea and my Spanish adventures were solo.

    • @hazelcameron9503
      @hazelcameron9503 Рік тому +1

      @@GadgetJohn Thank you John. You look as though you are having a great adventure and thanks for taking us all with you.

  • @vanlifeandfishing
    @vanlifeandfishing Рік тому

    As always great to watch great content.

  • @robertkirk4985
    @robertkirk4985 Рік тому

    yeah outstanding view!

  • @junerobinson8169
    @junerobinson8169 Рік тому

    Brilliant video John, I really enjoyed the village so very interesting, thank you for taking us with you.

  • @wrzlygummidge
    @wrzlygummidge Рік тому

    A great driving vid John, nice one.
    Quick Q: given the choice, would you go for manual or automatic for a campervan?
    cheers

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому +1

      I’ve had an auto ducato and it’s awful to drive, so with a manual you get a much better drive.

  • @smallroads
    @smallroads Рік тому

    What a beautiful lake.
    But whats that word you are using: Mirador er what?
    Can't find any translations resembling that word.

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому +1

      Mirador in Spanish means Lookout.

    • @smallroads
      @smallroads Рік тому

      @@GadgetJohn - Ahhh, I found that, but just now realised it means a great stop for the view.🤣🤣

  • @caravaningincarathevan467
    @caravaningincarathevan467 Рік тому

    A bit spooky.

  • @MehmudButt
    @MehmudButt 4 місяці тому

    lovely video,what dash cam you are using in this video?

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  4 місяці тому +1

      Do you want to know which dash can I have or do you want to know what camera I used to record the driving clips?

    • @MehmudButt
      @MehmudButt 4 місяці тому

      Both pls

  • @zummerzetwoodsman1067
    @zummerzetwoodsman1067 Рік тому

    You love Spain. You've been many times, What's your favourite place.

    • @GadgetJohn
      @GadgetJohn  Рік тому +1

      The country has so many epic areas I think it’d be rude to single just one as my favourite.

  • @darrenjolly9173
    @darrenjolly9173 Рік тому

    ?hi John What brand and model is that 900 ml bridge camera thanks

  • @marcotavoso8991
    @marcotavoso8991 Рік тому

    Wasn't abandoned then!

  • @Rob.1340
    @Rob.1340 Рік тому

    👍🚐🚐😎

  • @edj7805
    @edj7805 Рік тому

    cam in the mouth, Mav style :)