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Andalucia is well known among visitors enjoying its coastal resorts and mountains of the high Sierra Nevada, but in the far west lies the hidden gem of the Sierra de Aracena. This is 'green' Andalucia where villages are immaculately neat, white and adorned with azulejos; those beautiful blue and white tiles which Andalucia has long been producing. The proximity to Portugal caused centuries of battle over ownership leaving hills dotted with castles, streets ornately cobbled, churches painted and a blending of cultures, but Spain it remains.
Walking here is an easy and varied delight as you pass from one village to the next. The hills are lush and green with groves of cork, oak and chestnut. 'Dehesa' is the farming method; oak gives acorns, pigs love acorns, truffles thrive and so on. The land is beautifully maintained as are the trees which can be hundreds of years old. In Spring wildflowers are in abundance with orchids and peonies growing by the wayside as bright sunlight filters through the trees creating patterns on the lush new grass. Autumn brings on those rich golds and reds as the chestnuts mature, leaves turn and mushrooms poke through the warm soil. Above all, Andalucia is eternally blessed with water as it trickles along streams, springs from courtyard fountains and forms lakes in underground caves. With gastronomy high on the region's menu, Sierra de Aracena makes the perfect place to walk, eat and be merry!
Most days you follow our specially designed route using the many ancient paths linking villages in days gone by. Some are part-cobbled and worn smooth from centuries of use. Others are sandy forest trails wandering through neat, ancient groves of chestnut and oak. We made sure to keep road walking to a minimum to allow you to bathe and recharge in nature. Each day is gloriously shaded; that dappled shade which plays with sunlight but protects from intense sun. Through the trees, glimpses of white villages and castles delight and surprise.
You will stay in an interesting variety of Andalucian accommodation comprising a restored townhouse with roof garden, a secluded rural retreat with all year round natural swimming pool and a delightful apartment set around a lush courtyard.
Arrive in Aracena and at your first hotel. If time allows, climb up to the castle for your first glimpse of the surrounding Sierra or visit Las Gruta Maravillas renowned through all of Spain.
Hotel Essentia or Casa Rural Cinco Balcones
Wander over gentle flower covered hills, passing through forests of oak, cork and chestnut with an olive grove here and there. This is the furthest south that chestnuts can grow in the Northern Hemisphere and it's unusual to see such ancient trees cultivated and protected. You will see happy, slate grey pigs foraging amongst oak trees nourishing their bodies.... ready for the most prized 'jamon' in Spain. Los Marines falls at just about the right time for lunch before walking on to Fuenteheridos.
Casa Tinoco - Breakfast
With more undulations the first part of this walk offers interesting terrain and so many wildflowers (for Spring walkers). A stop at the quaint little village of Castano del Robledo, is ideal for mid walk refreshments. The second part follows a tranquil river through shady woods emerging close to Galaroza itself.
Doce Canos - Breakfast and evening meal
A slightly longer and more difficult day lies ahead only because of a steep climb and descent out of Canaleja on a part cobbled old way. The reward, however, is that wonderful views and gorgeous forests make up the trail and end at the exceptionally pretty town of Almonaster la Real.
Apartamento Rural Las Palmeras - Breakfast and evening meal in local restaurant
It is no hardship to retrace one's steps this morning as the route seems ever more delightful in the freshness of a new day. It's a day of views as the route traverses the highest point in Sierra de Aracena and the scenery continues for the rest of the day.
Complejo Los Veneros - Breakfast and evening meal
Today you have the chance to follow into the footsteps of the Romans following an ancient road starting from Hotel la Posada de Cortegana and climbing all the way up to the castle to take in the spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. On the way back you will follow the river dotted with old ruins of watermills. From La Posada it is then a 2km hike to Finca bravo, which is where you will be staying for the night.
Finca Bravo - Breakfast and evening meal
Enjoy a rest day, taking in the beautiful surroundings of your casa rural, with the option to visit a local farm where they rear the Pata Negra pigs for the special ham, or take one more walk, following the circular route starting from El Repilado. On this trail you will admire the typical landscape of the Sierra, passing through the sleepy villages of Los Romeros and La Canaleja.
Finca Bravo - Breakfast and evening meal
After breakfast, depart Aracena
During your holiday you stay at the following hotels. If you'd like to extend your time at any of these or, if you'd like to enhance your stay with an upgraded room, just let us know at the time of booking.
To find out more call our sales team on 0044 1606 720199, use our live webchat or email sales@headwater.com
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Hotel Essentia en Aracena is centrally located in Aracena, with views of the Castle ruins and the lovely Igleisa Prioral that sit on the hill overlooking the town and it's pretty cobbled streets. The air-conditioned rooms are stylish, modern and well equipped. There is much room to relax or you may want to go for a swim in the outdoor pool.
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Casa Tinoco, is located next to the church and is a Casa Rural, which in Spanish means a country house. The rooms are typically furnished in a traditional style. The small and quaint village of Fuenteheridos, in the heart of the Sierra de Aracena, has a local history about the legend of the much sought after 'Tinoco Treasure' that is hidden somewhere in Casa Tinoco.
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Aparthotel Doce Canos was built using only natural materials and is situated within the Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche Natural Park, overlooking forested hills and orchards. The rooms here are very traditional with unique features and all fully furnished with views of the area.
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Located in the Huelva town of Almonaster la Real, Sierra de Aracena and Picos de Aroche Nature Reserve, the Apartamento Rural Las Palmeras is a typical Andalusian whitewashed house, surrounded by vegetation. The air conditioned apartments have a traditional style with tiled floors and rustic decor, some offering views of the town's mosque.
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Complejo Los Veneros is located on a hill in the Sierra de Aracena Nature Reserve and has a feel of a Venezuelan ranch. Surrounded by lush green forest, the rooms are colourful and modern. The property offers comfort with charming areas you can relax in, or take a dip in the inviting outdoor pool after your walk.
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Finca Bravo is a farmhouse-style Rural Retreat on a 6 hectare plot with panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. The evergreen trees of cork and holm oak provide year-round refuge to wildlife, especially birds which the area is particularly known for. The ecological apartments offer stylish and modern accommodation complete with large private terraces and a natural pool (open all year round).
Call now to speak to our specialist team at 0044 1606 720199 or email us at sales@headwater.com for enquiries or to book your trip.
Everyone who goes on a Headwater holiday will be emailed a link to our post-holiday questionnaire where they can give us an honest assessment of all aspects of their holiday - everything from how quickly we answer the phone to how clean the hotels were - plus an overall rating and comments about their holiday.
Any feedback collected is posted to our website, so that people can make an informed decision based on past experiences before heading off on holiday. We don’t edit the reviews, the only thing we do is proofread them and alter any typos, where necessary, to ensure they are easy to read for everyone. All reviews will be published (except in certain extreme circumstances), and a member of the Headwater team will respond to any constructive criticisms/comments under the reviews, at their discretion. So, for the real tales, twists and turns of our holidays, look no further than the reviews from our previous travellers.
I had a good holiday with Headwater, everything was well organised and the local agent, Patricia, was very helpful when changes to restaurants were required.
I had no issues with the travel or accommodations.
I would have no hesitation recommending Headwater holidays to family and friends.
Headwater went out of their way to expedite the trip and resolve the few problems that arose. The seif-guiding aspect worked well.
Beautiful walking in forested hills, mostly easy, but with a few stiff climbs. Good boots needed, and walking poles helpful
You can be confident that our pricing includes all the standard requirements of your holiday and many additional extras. Always ensure that you are comparing like for like when booking your holiday.
This 7 night self-guided walking holiday includes:
Hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of , and hotels
All breakfasts and 5 evening meals
Headwater navigation app for your smartphone
Luggage transfers between hotels
How to book:
To book this holidays speak to our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'book now' or 'check availability' button below.
To book this holiday call our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'Book now' or 'check availability' button below.
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The prices quoted for each individual departure supercede those published in our current brochures. Air prices are subject to change and we advise early booking to obtain the best prices. Please see our Planning your holiday and What's included in the price? pages for additional information.
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Children
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Holiday type
Self-guided walking Managed locally by Headwater appointed agent.
Departures
Daily Departures from 30th Apr 2024 to 30th Nov 2024, for 7 nights. All dates are subject to availability, please contact us to check.
Meals
All breakfasts and 5 evening meals
This holiday does not include any flights or rail.
To book this holidays speak to our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'book now' button above.
If you need further information before you book simply complete our Holiday Enquiry Form and a member of our sales team will get back to you.
To book this holiday call our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'Book now' or 'Check availability' button below.