Much is made of the treasure that we have in Cadiz in the shape of unspoilt and wild beaches. But, what do you know about Sierra de Cadiz? Without a doubt, Sierra de Cadiz is one of our richest resources, although it is always overshadowed by the beauty of the Cadiz coast. That is why today we will show you everything the mountains can offer you so that your visit to Cadiz has the best of our land: the sea and the mountains.
Quaint towns
Arcos de la Frontera, Grazalema, Zahara de la Sierra, Setenil de las Bodegas. Ubrique, El Bosque, El Gastor, Benaocaz, Olvera, Prado del Rey. Puerto Serrano, Villamartín, Torre Alhaquime, Algar, Algodonales or Villaluenga del Rosario. These are some of the wonderful towns you can find in Cadiz. Towns with a marked Andalusian past, with whitewashed walls, narrow alleys, stone floors and gabled roofs through which centuries have barely passed. Experience the essence of its Old Towns, the remains that Romans, Phoenicians, Arabs and a host of civilizations have left behind. Find out about its history, but mainly feel and breathe the peace and calm of its streets. Towns to fall in love with and where it is possible to escape from the rhythm of life and stress.
Nature at its best
The Los Alcornocales Natural Park and the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park make up the nature of Sierra de Cadiz. These spaces are home to impressive fauna and flora, with native animal and plant species. Many of them have incalculable ecological value. Los Alcornocales is home to the largest number of cork oaks in the world and is the third-largest park in Andalusia. Its importance lies not only in ecological and rural tourism but also in its exploitation for cork, hunting and livestock. On the other hand, the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park offers a landscape characterized by the water flow that has originated caves, gorges and caves. The rich fauna and flora of both natural parks, and the beauty and ecological richness of their landscape, make them two essential natural resources for the people of Cadiz.
Active tourism in Sierra de Cadiz
Perhaps one of the greatest attractions of the Cadiz mountains and its natural parks is the possibility of getting to know them by practising active tourism. Activities for the more adventurous like paragliding, climbing, tandem flights, bungee jumping, paddle surf, canyoning. Activities to enjoy with the whole family such as trekking routes, by bicycle or by 4×4. Activities to learn about nature and the environment thoroughly, such as mushroom picking or plant and animal recognition. Educational activities and a host of active tourism activities so that visiting Sierra de Cadiz becomes an adventure.
The gastronomy of Sierra de Cadiz
Retinto meats. All kinds of pork products such as sausages, cured meats, loin in butter, Serrano ham, pork rinds. Hunt meats such as deer, wild boar or partridge. Designation of origin products such as payoya goat cheese or merino sheep cheese. Olive oils or pure honey from the mountains. These are just some of the native products of this region of Andalusia that you can try and even take home as an exquisite souvenir.
Furthermore, in bars, restaurants and ventas you will be able to feel all the tradition and history of the mountains on your dish. Stews and casseroles such as tripe with chickpeas, asparagus soup, Spanish oyster thistle stew, deer with sauce or mountain migas with which you will experience first-hand the warmth and lifestyle of the inland.
Get to know the mountain sleeping on it
And to complete these experiences, what better than spending a few days in the mountains. The variety of accommodations is wide: houses, apartments, hotels, hostels and farmhouses; and the variety of locations is even wider. You only have to decide whether you prefer to stay in the Old Town of a village or in the mountains. Forget about everything else. In addition, the range of prices and possibilities is so wide that you can design the trip to suit your every last need. The best existing therapy to disconnect from the stress and worries of daily life has a name and geographical location: Sierra de Cadiz. What are you waiting for? Come and start enjoying Sierra de Cadiz!