Centro Histórico (Historic center)
The start of our journey through the historic heart of Bailén begins standing in front of the Museum of the Battle of Bailén, where later
The start of our journey through the historic heart of Bailén begins standing in front of the Museum of the Battle of Bailén, where later
This unique route starts in the Plaza Príncipes de Asturias (Princes of Asturias Square), found next to the Museo de la Batalla de Bailén (Battle
We begin this route in the Pablo Picasso Street, where the most modern temple of the city sits, the Iglesia de El Salvador (The Saviour
Without a shadow of a doubt the Battle of Bailén of 1808 was a crucial event in the city’s history. So much so, that with
Urban art and scientific communication come together with a common objective to show the aesthetic, informative, cultural, heritage and touristic value of the city. Spaces not only aesthetically attractive, but also innovative dissemination that propose new languages around the city through the specific vision of each of the artists of each project on the major areas of science.
If what you are looking for is to enjoy nature and breathe fresh air, the Dehesa of Burguillos is the ideal natural environment. This mountain is located in the northern area of the municipality of Bailén at a distance of 5.5 Km. from the urban center.
The Dehesa of Burguillos was once used for livestock activities, currently becoming a recreation and leisure area, equipped with barbecues, water fountains, a visitor reception center and hiking trails for nature tourism lovers. To visualize its evolution chronologically, we go back to its origins in which this land had been destined for feeding oxen, where three plows per yoke were granted to each farmer, as it was destined for communal use.
At the end of the 16th Century, the “Dehesa of the Ville” as it was known at the time, would be used for tax purposes by auctioning off excess grass, acorns or hunting leases in order to pay royal taxes, becoming at this time a “property” and remaining included in this legal figure for the next three centuries.
At the end of the 19th Century, the profits obtained from the Dehesa for approximately 20 years were used to settle a debt that the municipality had contracted with the town of Torreperogil, found in the province of Jaén, derived from a loan.
Later the confiscations would come during the reign of Elisabeth II, but as a result of it being the only pasture owned by the municipality intended for pasture, adjusted in a tight manner for the 717 heads of cattle it held, it was allowed for Bailén not to be left without it.
With the passage of time, there is a diversification of the economy that becomes detrimental for the livestock sector, causing the need to search for different uses for the area.
In the picnic area there are various petroglyphs, all grouped in a flattened sandstone area, amongst which one particular petroglyph in possession of many symbolic
The route begins in the direction of the Arroyo of Mirabelas, where we will find the homonymous settlement from the late-Roman/medieval period and many other
This circular path initially enters a narrow path between aromatic plants, myrtle and oak trees. The route will join the so-called “Rumblar River”, making it
One of the most striking routes, it begins parallel to the contour lines in the first part of the route. Water, a common denominator in
Considered as the balcony of this farm, its route allows you to contemplate a wide variety of plants and animals, highlighting the yellowtail and magpie,
Small route that overlooks the neighboring municipality of Baños de la Encina, where its rich vegetation with aromatic plants such as cantueso, rosemary or thyme
Between pastures surrounded by oak forests and granite bowls, this route runs through the central part of Mount Burguillos, meddling with the natural wealth of
A very pleasant route to follow, with a linear path, it allows you to link with the Rumblar River route. Wonderful views from which you
The Dehesa of Burguillos, a natural enclave of the municipality, is a Public Mountain located to the north, 5.5 km away. from the urban center,
A tour to discover the particularly significant sites and landmarks scattered across the vast field where the historic Battle of Bailén took place. You’ll also find monuments and relics of that historic feat, as well as a set of six monoliths that mark the main engagements and troops during the conflict. Upon arrival at each landmark, you can learn more through an audiovisual presentation accessible via a QR code.
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