Today we visit La Subbética, the Heart of Andalucía.
Today, we enter into the hills of the La Subbética Natural Park, south of Córdoba. Our day begins as we lace up our boots and walk through vast olive tree groves and into the picturesque village of Zuheros de la Sierra. Next, we stop at one of the finest olive oil manufacturers in Spain to learn about the process of extracting this liquid gold. Afterwards, we finish the day by shuttling to Granada, where Ferdinand and Isabella celebrated the completion of the Reconquista in 1492.
The olive trees of La Subbética region in Andalusia, Spain, are renowned for their beauty, historical significance, and the exceptional quality of olive oil they produce. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the Subbética Natural Park, these ancient trees form an integral part of the region’s cultural and agricultural heritage.
Dating back thousands of years, some of these olive trees are believed to be among the oldest in the world, with gnarled trunks and twisted branches that bear witness to centuries of history. Many of them have been meticulously cared for and nurtured by generations of farmers, who have passed down their knowledge and expertise from one generation to the next.
The olive groves of La Subbética are not only a sight to behold but also play a vital role in the local economy, producing some of the finest olive oil in Spain.
