One of the main factors that influenced the victory of the Spanish troops over the French army was the substantial support they received from the people of Bailén. María Bellido became the local heroine, a symbol of the town supplying the Spanish troops with pitchers of water on a day when the summer heat was […]
On 22nd July, the surrender was signed in the Casa de Postas del Camino Real, a humble inn near Villanueva de la Reina. The following day on the battlefield the French army paid tribute to the Spanish. This victory was a new hope for Spain and the beginning of the end of Napoleon’s reign in […]
In defeating General Dupont in the battle of Bailén on 19th July, 1808, Don Javier de Castaños y Aragorri became the first European general to defeat a Napoleonic army. He was born in Madrid and appointed infantry captain at the age of ten. Rising through the ranks, as colonel he gained command of the Africa […]
In the picnic area there are various rock carvings, all on a flat area of limestone. Among the most notable of these is one with depicting several symbols. Taking the path once again towards Las Mirabelas and el Chaparralillo, continue towards a plateaued area known as Los Corrales II. Here you will visit one of […]
The walk begins in the direction of the Arroyo de Mirabelas (the Mirabelas stream), where you will find the late-Roman settlement of the same name and a number of other structures spread across the surroundings. Continue to the location known as the Chaparralillo (Little chaparral) to visit a sandstone road. From here, head towards a […]
This circular path initially becomes a narrow trail among aromatic plants, myrtles and oak groves. The route joins the “Río Rumblar” route, making it a longer length and allowing you to enjoy both routes in a single walk. 0 Length (km) 0 Duration (minutes)
One of the most attractive routes, the first part of the hike begins parallel to the contour lines. The water, which is the thread that runs through this itinerary, acquires its most importance at the “Charca de Luis Pedrajas”, a small lagoon that gathers together an unequalled diversity of life. 0 Length (km) 0 Duration […]
Considered to be the balcony of this farm, this trail allows you to contemplate a wide variety of plants and animals. Noteworthy among these are the Iberian Magpie and the Eurasian Magpie, which are very striking due to their attractive colours. Because of its altitude, you can make out the Sierra de Cazorla to the […]
This is a short trail which peers over into the neighbouring municipality of Baños de la Encina. The rich vegetation will grab your attention with aromatic plants such as lavender, rosemary and thyme, as well as the holm oak which is characteristic of the Mediterranean countryside. 0 Length (km) 0 Duration (minutes)
This route runs through the central part of Monte Burguillos among the meadow oak groves and granite boulders, intruding into the natural richness of the Sierra Morena. It passes by parts of the farm on which the shepherd shelters the sheep, reaching Las trincheras hill as the final point on the route. Old trenches from […]
