The sequence of Variscan deformation phases in Central Iberia is redefined.
A new major extensional shear zone has been identified in the Iberian Massif.
Extensional deformation occurred together with migmatization and granitoid intrusion.
Dating of syn-kinematic granitoids constrains extensional deformation to 331–317 Ma.
Strike-slip post-extensional shearing reworked previous structural record intensely.