Sierras of the Corridor
Here you’ll find viewpoints, natural and heritage sites, and experiences where astronomy meets history and nature.
Discover its skies and enjoy astrotourism in Jaén.
Sierra de Segura
A natural gem beneath the best-protected skies
Set in the north-eastern corner of Jaén, the Sierra de Segura is the largest natural area of the Astronomical Corridor. It belongs to the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas Natural Park, one of Europe’s most extensive protected spaces.
Its scenery ranges from dense forests and crystal-clear rivers to high plateaus, providing a privileged setting for night-sky observation. Home to some of the darkest skies on the Iberian Peninsula, the region won Spain’s first ever Starlight Site designation in 2016 – awarded to the remote hamlet of Don Domingo for its pristine sky.
With a rich historical and cultural heritage, it shines for its medieval legacy in towns such as Hornos de Segura and Segura de la Sierra – both listed Historic-Artistic Sites. The area is also a benchmark producer of Sierra de Segura PDO extra virgin olive oil and the renowned Segureño lamb.
If you want a destination where nature, history and astronomy come together, the Sierra de Segura is the perfect choice.
Municipalities: The Sierra de Segura includes Arroyo del Ojanco, Beas de Segura, Benatae, Génave, Hornos, La Puerta de Segura, Orcera, Puente de Génave, Santiago-Pontones, Segura de la Sierra, Siles, Torres de Albánchez and Villarrodrigo.
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Sierra Sur de Jaén
Where History, Nature and Stars Meet
The Sierra Sur de Jaén is a frontier land and melting-pot of cultures. Above its lofty ridges, cherry trees, olive groves and fortresses spreads an exceptionally dark sky. Nature, gastronomy, monumental heritage, olive culture and astronomy blend here to create unique experiences.
Certified as a Starlight Reserve since 2014, the Sierra Sur has long protected and showcased one of its greatest natural assets: its wonderful starry sky. It is also home to one of the world’s few certified Starlight accommodations.
The Sierra Sur stands out for its monumental heritage, highlighted by the Fortaleza de la Mota complex, the Calatravo Castle and the Castle of La Villa – all superb settings for astrophotography. Natural sites such as the Bañizuela Forest, Sierra de la Martina, Laguna Honda Nature Reserve, Sierra de la Pandera or Barranco de los Tejos make it ideal for ecotourism and sky-watching. As the cradle of the olive grove, oleiculture shapes the identity of the Sierra Sur.
If you are looking for history, olive culture, nature and astrotourism, the Sierra Sur de Jaén awaits you with its starry skies and cultural wealth.
Municipalities: The Sierra Sur de Jaén comprises Alcalá la Real, Alcaudete, Castillo de Locubín, Frailes, Fuensanta, Martos, Valdepeñas de Jaén, Jamilena, Torredelcampo and Los Villares.
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Sierra de Cazorla
A true natural paradise beneath star-filled skies
The Sierra de Cazorla is one of Andalusia’s most emblematic natural areas. Its forests, rivers and peaks – some over 1 000 m high – form part of the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas Natural Park, the largest protected area in Spain.
Recognised as a Starlight Reserve, the region is a star-watcher’s paradise: an exceptionally clear sky combined with a vast, rugged mountain landscape provides countless vantage-points for optimal sky observation.
But Cazorla is not just for admiring the sky – it is also a haven for nature and adventure. A network of trails, waterfalls and breathtaking landscapes invites you to explore its rich natural heritage. Its cuisine – featuring PDO extra virgin olive oil and game – perfectly rounds off an experience that blends nature, history and starry skies.
If you are looking for a place where nature, night sky and culture merge into a single experience, the Sierra de Cazorla is waiting for you.
Municipalities: The Sierra de Cazorla comarca includes Cazorla, Chilluévar, Hinojares, Huesa, La Iruela, Peal de Becerro, Pozo Alcón, Quesada and Santo Tomé.
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Sierra Mágina
Pure Skies in the Heart of Jaén
Situated in the heart of Jaén province, Sierra Mágina also boasts one of the darkest, best-protected skies in the south: with peaks over 2 000 m and more than 61 % clear nights a year, it offers countless nooks ideal for astronomical observation.
Natural lookouts such as Pico Mágina (Jaén’s highest peak at 2 167 m) and the Mata Bejid viewpoint offer panoramic vistas of both the range and the night sky – perfect spots for astronomy.
The Sierra Mágina Natural Park is an area of great natural beauty and biodiversity. Way-marked trails let you explore on foot or by bike while savouring the views. It is also perfect for climbing, canyoning and caving, making Mágina an ideal destination for rural and nature tourism lovers.
Municipalities: Sierra Mágina comprises Albanchez de Mágina, Bedmar y Garcíez, Bélmez de la Moraleda, Cabra del Santo Cristo, Cambil, Campillo de Arenas, Cárcheles, Huelma, Jimena, Jódar, La Guardia, Larva, Noalejo, Pegalajar and Torres.
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