Surroundings
Between the Sierra Sur and the Subbética.
Castles, white villages, olive groves as far as the eye can see and two of Andalusia’s great cities less than an hour and a half away. Here are our recommendations to make the most of your stay.
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La Bobadilla
A small hamlet of Alcaudete surrounded by olive groves, with the slow pace of the Andalusian countryside. It is the perfect starting point for walks or bike rides along the country lanes and for watching the sun set over the hills.
- Walks and bike routes among the olive trees
- Clear skies for stargazing
- Olive oil from the local mills
Very close · a few minutes by car
Alcaudete
A historic town in the Sierra Sur crowned by its Calatrava castle, which marked the border between Christian and Muslim kingdoms for centuries. From the castle esplanade and the Iglesia Mayor you can see the whole town and the surrounding countryside.
Its pastries are famous throughout the province, especially at Christmas, as are its orejones (sun-dried peaches).
- Calatrava castle and its interpretation centre
- Church of Santa María la Mayor
- Arco de la Villa and the old town
- Calle Llana and its stately houses
- Sierra Ahíllos, a natural area for hiking
- Vía Verde del Aceite greenway, ideal by bike
About 25 minutes away · approx. 25 km
Martos
One of the great olive oil capitals, at the foot of the Peña de Martos. Its Plaza de la Constitución brings together some of the finest buildings in the area.
- Peña de Martos and its views
- Fuente Nueva, a Renaissance fountain
- Plaza de la Constitución and the church of Santa Marta
- Olive mill visit and oil tasting
About 45 minutes away · approx. 50 km
Jaén
The capital of the Holy Kingdom has one of the most important Renaissance cathedrals in Spain and a castle overlooking an entire sea of olive trees.
- Cathedral of the Assumption
- Castle of Santa Catalina
- Arab baths of the Villardompardo Palace
- Tapas in the old town
Day trip · approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
Granada
The Alhambra, the Albaicín and Sierra Nevada in the background: a must if you are staying several days. Book your Alhambra tickets well in advance.
- The Alhambra and the Generalife (booking required)
- Mirador de San Nicolás in the Albaicín
- A stroll along the Carrera del Darro
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