Visit Monumental Alcalá La Real and Alcaudete
Description
Explore the historical wealth of Alcalá la Real and Alcaudete in this exciting monumental travel program. Discover the fascinating Fortress of La Mota and the imposing Castle of Alcaudete, as you walk through the charming streets full of history of these charming localities. It savors local cuisine and knows the treasures that hide these destinations on a journey that combines culture, nature and unique flavors.
Alcalá La Real
Arrival to _ and guided tour of the Fortress of La Mota.
The Fortress of the Mota, is a monumental ensemble that was border fort of the Nazari kingdom and later the barracks of Christian troops during the reconquest. The archaeological set of the alcazaba welcomes the traces of the primitive neighborhoods, the castle and Abacial church, spaces turned into a fascinating Centre for the Interpretation of Life at the Border.
Walking through the steep streets of Alcalá la Real is very nice, looking at the facades of its master houses, churches and architectural details that show the splendor of its rich historical past.
Lunch in Alcalá la Real.
Departure to Alcaudete.
Get lost.
Arrival to _.
Visit to a tourism almazara and tasting of its oils.
Guided tour to Alcaudete Castle.
The Alcaudete Castle, one of the best preserved in Spain, welcomes within it the center of interpretation of the Military Order of Calatrava, an institution that in the mid-13th century made this place the most important bastion of the border and spear point of the Christian advance on the Arab lands of Granada, the Tower of Tribute is one of the most solid and high constructions of Spanish medieval architecture.
On foot or by bike tour Green Oil Wayfrom the Alcaudete Station to the border of the province of Córdoba, crossing the road through a metal gateway, which leads to two natural areas (Laguna Honda and Laguna del Chinche), or heading in the opposite direction, towards Martos, to travel the impressive viaduct on the river Víboras.
Dinner in Alcaudete and accommodation.
Optional: Reverse the program order, starting with Alcaudete and ending in Alcalá la Real.
Companies offering cultural services:
- Guides of Jaén (Provincial Association of Tourism Guides).
- Fundación Ciencias Medias de Andalucía.
- Pangea, Heritage, Tourism and Outreach.
- Maicamero (Official guide).
- Get a tourist.
- Astroandalus.
Companies offering activities in nature:
- Takamaka Adventure.
- Natureda.
- Aviva Tourism, Leisure and Sport in Nature.
- SEO (Spanish Society of Ornithology).
