Experiences in the Corridor

Culture, nature and stars in one journey

The Jaén Astronomical Corridor not only boasts dark, clear skies; it also lets you pair stargazing with the natural, cultural and culinary riches of its four regions.

With experiences tailored to each region, visitors can discover medieval castles and fortresses, dream-like landscapes, hiking trails and adventure activities – all rounded off with magical star-filled nights.

Each sierra offers a unique experience, shaped by its own identity and heritage.

Audio-described introduction

Sierra de Segura

Nature and Adventure

A journey through the remotest, wildest landscapes, where astronomy merges with hiking and pure immersion in nature.

Experience 1 of 1 Nature and Stars among Sierras and Valleys

Municipalities
Beas de Segura, Arroyo del Ojanco, Puente de Génave, La Puerta de Segura, Génave, Torres de Albanchez, Villarrodrigo, Siles, Benatae, Orcera, Hornos, Santiago-Pontones, Segura de la Sierra
Description
Join this journey through the natural beauty of the Sierra de Segura and the immensity of its starry sky.

Day 1 Beas de Segura – Arroyo del Ojanco – Puente de Génave

Beas de Segura
Afternoon
  • Guided tour of Beas de Segura: old town, viewpoints and the Villavieja fortress.
  • Visit to Arroyo del Ojanco and stop at the Roman Culture Museum.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Option 1: Night-time astrophotography at Torres de Peñolite (Puente de Génave).
  • Option 2: Night-time astrophotography at La Laguna de Génave (Génave).
  • Option 3: Astronomical observation in Aldea Las Graceas (La Puerta de Segura).

Day 2 Torres de Albanchez – Siles – Hornos

Torres de Albanchez
Morning: Torres de Albanchez – Villarrodrigo – Siles
  • Option 1: Cultural and historical walk around Torres de Albanchez and visit to the “Las Edades de la Sierra” Interpretation Centre.
  • Option 2: Hiking route from Puerto de Onsares (Villarrodrigo) to the Alto del Morrón peak.
  • Option 3: Guided tour of Siles and visit to the “El Sequero” Interpretation Centre.

Lunch: Client’s choice

Afternoon: Benatae – Orcera – Hornos
  • Option 1: Hiking route Fuente de San Miguel – Peñalta summit (Benatae).
  • Option 2: Acebeas – Navalperal hiking route (Siles).
  • Option 3: Cultural and historical route through Orcera.
  • Option 4: Historical stroll through Hornos de Segura and visit to Cosmolarium, Hornos Castle.
  • Option 5: Hiking route Pontones – Source of the River Segura.
Night
  • Option 1: Astronomical observation at Cosmolarium (Hornos de Segura).
  • Option 2: Astronomical observation at Don Domingo Starlight Site (Santiago-Pontones).
  • Option 3: Night-time astrophotography on the Campos de Hernán Pelea (Santiago-Pontones).

Day 3 Segura de la Sierra

Segura de la Sierra
Morning
  • Guided visit to the historic ensemble of Segura de la Sierra and its castle (member of the “Spain’s Most Beautiful Villages” network).
  • Option 1: Hiking ascent to El Yelmo.
  • Option 2: Oleotourism experience – visit to an olive mill, talk and tasting (Oleofer, Oro de La Puerta, Cortijo La Zarza or Oleaí).

Lunch: Client’s choice

Afternoon

End of the experience

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Sierra Mágina

History and Infinite Skies

A route through its historic villages, age-old olive groves and mountains, enjoying the night sky from privileged vantage points.

Experience 1 of 2 Cosmic Mágina: Nature, Culture and Stars

Municipalities
La Guardia, Pegalajar, Jimena, Bedmar y Garcíez, Jódar, Torres, Albanchez de Mágina
Description
Experience the Cosmos in Sierra Mágina and let its nature and history amaze you.

Day 1 La Guardia de Jaén and Pegalajar

La Guardia de Jaén
Afternoon
  • Visit to La Guardia Castle and stroll through its cultural heritage.
  • Option 1: Hiking route around the village.
  • Option 2: Visit to Pegalajar, walk around La Charca and the “7 Pilillas” viewpoint.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Option 1: Astronomical observation at Allanadas de San Sebastián (La Guardia).
  • Option 2: Astrophotography at La Guardia Castle.
  • Option 3: Astronomical observation at the “7 Pilillas” viewpoint (Pegalajar).

Day 2 Jimena – Bedmar – Garcíez – Jódar – Torres – Albanchez

Jimena
Morning
  • Option 1: Visit to Jimena Castle and its landmark sites.
  • Option 2: “Pinar de Cánava” and “Cueva del Morrón” route.
  • Option 3: Visit to “PaleoMágina” and Bedmar Castle.
  • Option 4: Oleotourism at the “La Bedmarense” cooperative.

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon
  • Visit to Jódar Interpretation Centre and Castle.
  • Visit to Albanchez de Mágina and its Castle route.
  • Option 1: “Cherry blossom / harvest” route in Torres.
  • Option 2: Walk around Torres and sunset at the Columpio lookout.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Option 1: Night hike and astronomical observation in the Fuenmayor Recreation Area (Torres).
  • Option 2: Astrophotography at Albanchez de Mágina Castle.
  • Option 3: Astrophotography at Cruz de la Atalaya (Jimena).

Day 3 Bedmar

Bedmar
Morning
  • Option 1: Oleotourism experience at the Sierra Mágina D.O. Regulatory Council.
  • Option 2: “Adelfal de Cuadros” trail (Cuadros Recreation Area).

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon

End of the experience

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Experience 2 of 2 Land and Cosmos in Sierra Mágina

Municipalities
Noalejo, Campillo de Arenas, Cárcheles, Cambil, Huelma, Bélmez de la Moraleda, Cabra del Santo Cristo, Larva
Description
Explore unique landscapes, uncover local traditions and marvel at the starry sky of Sierra Mágina.

Day 1 Noalejo – Campillo de Arenas – Cárcheles

Noalejo
Afternoon
  • Option 1: Visit to Noalejo – Santería Centre and cultural heritage.
  • Option 2: “Castillo de Arenas” route in Campillo de Arenas.
  • Option 3: Hiking around Cárchel and Carchelejo.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Option 1: Astronomical observation in the Navalcán Natural Site (Noalejo).
  • Option 2: Astrophotography at La Peñuela – Castillo de Arenas (Campillo de Arenas).
  • Option 3: “Art and Cosmos” workshop with astronomical observation at Huerta de los Frailes (Cárcheles).

Day 2 Cambil – Huelma – Bélmez – Cabra del Santo Cristo

Huelma
Morning
  • Option 1: Source of the River Arbuniel and recreation area.
  • Option 2: Fortresses of Cambil and Alhabar.
  • Option 3: Mata-Bejid – Pico Mágina trail.

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon
  • Option 1: Heritage visit to Huelma.
  • Option 2: “Caras de Bélmez” Interpretation Centre.
  • Option 3: Cultural heritage of Cabra del Santo Cristo.
  • Oleotourism experience at Thuelma (Huelma).

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Option 1: Astronomical observation at Thuelma (Huelma).
  • Option 2: Astronomical observation at the Mirador de los Tresmiles in Sierra Nevada.
  • Option 3: Astrophotography at the Centenary Holm Oak of Cabra del Santo Cristo.
  • Option 4: Astronomical observation at El Paso (Bélmez).

Day 3 Larva

Larva
Morning
  • Option 1: Visit to the “Larvoliva” olive mill.
  • Option 2: Larva Museum and cultural heritage.

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon

End of the experience

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Sierra Sur de Jaén

Culture and Astrophotography

Culture and stars meet in fortresses, archaeological sites, cherry orchards and wineries, offering oleotourism and astrophotography experiences in unique settings.

Experience 1 of 2 Culture and Nature Beneath the Stars

Municipalities
Alcalá la Real, Frailes, Castillo de Locubín, Valdepeñas de Jaén, Los Villares
Description
Discover the cultural and natural riches of the Sierra Sur region and be astonished by its night sky while enjoying a blanket of stars overhead.

Day 1 Alcalá la Real and Frailes

Fortaleza de la Mota
Afternoon
  • Option 1: Guided visit to the Fortaleza de la Mota and the historic centre of Alcalá la Real.
  • Option 2: Cultural visit, zip-line and suspension bridge (Frailes).
  • Option 3: Oleotourism at the Alcalá Oliva Museum with an EVOO tasting.
  • Option 4: Cheese route – artisan Frailes / Sierra Sur dairy with tasting (Frailes – Ermita Nueva, Alcalá la Real).

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Option 1: Astronomical observation at the Frailes Astronomical Viewpoint.
  • Option 2: Astronomical observation at Bodegas Marcelino Serrano following the guided tour and tasting (Alcalá la Real).
  • Option 3: Astronomical observation from the Los Llanos Solar Park (Alcalá la Real).
  • Option 4: Astrophotography from the Fortaleza de la Mota (Alcalá la Real).

Day 2 Castillo de Locubín and Valdepeñas de Jaén

Castillo de Locubín
Morning: Castillo de Locubín
  • Visit to the historical-cultural heritage, including the old wash-house of Castillo de Locubín.
  • Visit to the source of the River San Juan (Castillo de Locubín).
  • Option 1: Walk through the cherry orchards – in blossom in spring (Castillo de Locubín).
  • Option 2: Via ferrata (Castillo de Locubín).
  • Option 3: Visit to the Cabeza Baja de Encina Hermosa archaeological site (Ventas del Carrizal, Castillo de Locubín).

Lunch: Client’s choice

Afternoon: Valdepeñas de Jaén
  • Option 1: Tour of the Las Chorreras beauty spot and visit to the Santa Ana Mill-Museum (Valdepeñas de Jaén).
  • Option 2: Visit to the Quejigo del Amo Natural Monument (Valdepeñas de Jaén).
Night
  • Option 1: Night-time astrophotography and observation in the Sierra de la Pandera (Valdepeñas de Jaén and Los Villares).
  • Option 2: Astronomical observation at Los Portichuelos (Los Villares).
  • Option 3: Astronomical observation from the Cabeza Baja de Encina Hermosa archaeological site (Castillo de Locubín).

Day 3 Los Villares

Los Villares
Morning
  • Tour of the historical-cultural heritage of Los Villares.
  • Visit to the wicker- and esparto-craft shops (Los Villares).
  • Visit to the Río Frío beauty spot (Los Villares).

Lunch: Client’s choice

Afternoon

End of the experience

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Experience 2 of 2 Between Olive Trees and Constellations

Municipalities
Alcaudete, Martos, Jamilena, Torredelcampo, Fuensanta
Description
Explore olive-grove landscapes and enjoy astronomy beneath the starry sky of the Sierra Sur.

Day 1 Alcaudete

Calatravo Castle of Alcaudete
Afternoon
  • Visit to the Calatravo Castle and Visitor Centre (Alcaudete).
  • Option 1: Oleotourism at the Virgen del Perpetuo Socorro cooperative.
  • Option 2: Visit to the Chinche and Laguna Honda lagoons.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Astronomical observation at the Las Casillas Astronomical Viewpoint (Martos).
  • Astronomical observation at the old Alcaudete railway station.
  • Astrophotography from the Calatravo Castle of Alcaudete.

Day 2 Martos • Fuensanta • Jamilena

Martos
Morning: Martos – Fuensanta
  • Visit to Martos’ historical and cultural heritage.
  • Visit to Fuensanta’s historical and cultural heritage.
  • Bike route along the Vía Verde del Aceite (Martos).
  • Route of the hundred-year-old olive trees on the Llano de Motril (Martos).

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon: Martos – Jamilena
  • Oleotourism at Cortijo El Madroño: visit, EVOO tasting and explanation of the production process.
  • Visit to Jamilena’s historical and cultural heritage.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Astrophotography among the ruins of Berrueco Castle (Torredelcampo).
  • Astronomical observation at the San Isidro site (Jamilena).
  • Astronomical observation from the Fuente del Nevazo (Fuensanta).

Day 3 Torredelcampo

Torredelcampo
Morning
  • Visit to Torredelcampo’s historical and cultural heritage.
  • Oleotourism at Oleocampo, S.C.A.: visit, EVOO tasting and interpretation centre.
  • Visit to the Iberian oppidum of Cerro Miguelico and to the Bañizuela Forest.

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon

End of the experience

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Sierra de Cazorla

Magical Landscapes and Nights

Nature at its finest, with river routes, waterfalls and forests where astronomical observation takes on a magical dimension.

Experience 1 of 1 Mountains, Constellations and an Endless Sky

Municipalities
Santo Tomé, Chilluévar, La Iruela, Cazorla, Peal de Becerro, Quesada, Huesa, Hinojares, Pozo Alcón
Description
The Sierra de Cazorla will leave you speechless with its lush forests, waterfalls and endless night sky.

Day 1 Peal de Becerro – Santo Tomé – Chilluévar

Peal de Becerro
Afternoon
  • Option 1: Visit to Peal de Becerro (Clock Tower, Toya y Hornos Interpretation Centre).
  • Option 2: Visit to Santo Tomé, site of the Battle of Baécula.
  • Option 3: Hiking route along the River Cañamares (Chilluévar).
  • Option 4: Trails in the Sierra de las Villas – Aguascebas Reservoir.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Option 1: Astronomical observation at Toya Castle.
  • Option 2: Observation/astrophotography on La Loma de Santo Tomé.
  • Option 3: Astrophotography at the Nubla Tower (La Iruela).

Day 2 Cazorla, La Iruela and Natural Park

Cazorla
Itinerary 1: Historic Sites – Morning
  • Visit to the historic quarter of Cazorla (Ruins of Santa María, Río Cerezuelo vault, Yedra Museum, etc.).
Itinerary 1 – Afternoon
  • Tour of La Iruela: Interpretation Centre and Castle.
Itinerary 2: Natural Park – Morning
  • Torre del Vinagre Visitor Centre and Botanic Garden.
  • River Borosa trail.
Itinerary 2 – Afternoon
  • Cerrada de Utrero gorge and Linarejos waterfall.
  • Puente de las Herrerías Recreation Area.
  • Bearded Vulture Breeding Centre.
Itinerary 3: Quesada, Huesa, Hinojares – Afternoon
  • Visit to Tíscar Hermitage and Castle.
  • Pilón Azul route (Belerda) or El Caballo trail (Huesa).

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Options: Astronomical observation at Nava del Espino, Puerto de las Palomas, El Chorro or the Riogazas Viewpoint.

Day 3 Pozo Alcón

Pozo Alcón
Morning
  • Option 1: Enchanted Fig Forest trail – Peralta fishing reserve.
  • Option 2: La Bolera Reservoir.
  • Option 3: Guazalamanco hiking route.
  • Option 4: Oleotourism with honey and chocolates at Apisierra.

Lunch: Client’s choice

Afternoon

End of the experience

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Complete Corridor Route

The Complete Experience

An itinerary that merges the four sierras, combining astrotourism with outdoor activities, cultural visits and gastronomic tastings.

Multi-experience Combined Route through the Astronomical Corridor

Description
For those who don’t want to miss a thing: a six-day journey across Segura, Mágina, Sierra Sur de Jaén and Cazorla.

Day 1 Alcalá la Real – Castillo de Locubín – Alcaudete

Alcalá la Real
Morning
  • Guided visit to the Fortaleza de la Mota and the historic centre of Alcalá la Real.
  • Cheese Route: artisan dairy in Frailes with tasting.
  • Transfer to Castillo de Locubín.

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon
  • Visit to the historical-cultural heritage of Castillo de Locubín and to the Cabeza Baja de Encina Hermosa archaeological site.
  • Optional visit to the source of the River San Juan.
  • Transfer to Alcaudete and dramatised visit to the Calatravo Castle.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Option 1: Astronomical observation from the Calatravo Castle (Alcaudete).
  • Option 2: Astronomical observation at the Las Casillas Viewpoint (Martos).
  • Option 3: Astrophotography at the old Alcaudete railway station.

Day 2 Martos – Fuensanta – Jamilena – Torredelcampo

Martos
Morning
  • Option 1: Cycle route along the Vía Verde del Aceite (Martos).
  • Option 2: Visit to the historical-cultural heritage of Martos and Fuensanta.

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon
  • Route of the hundred-year-old olive trees on the Llano de Motril (Martos).
  • Option 1: Oleotourism with astronomy at Cortijo El Madroño (tasting, light supper and observation).
  • Option 2: Visit to Cortijo El Madroño with EVOO tasting.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Astrophotography among the ruins of Berrueco Castle (Torredelcampo).
  • Astronomical observation at the San Isidro site (Jamilena).
  • Astrophotography workshop and observation in the Sierra de la Pandera (Valdepeñas de Jaén and Los Villares).

Day 3 Pegalajar – Jimena/Bedmar – Torres

Pegalajar
Morning
  • Visit to Pegalajar: La Charca and the 7 Pilillas viewpoint.
  • Option 1: “Pinar de Cánava” hiking route and Cueva del Morrón (Jimena).
  • Option 2: Visit to “PaleoMágina” and Bedmar Castle.

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon
  • Transfer to Torres.
  • Visit to Torres and sunset at the Columpio swing, or the “Cherry blossom / harvest” route.
  • Night hike in Fuenmayor with astronomical observation (Torres).
  • Visit to Albanchez de Mágina and its Castle Route.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Astrophotography at Albanchez de Mágina Castle.
  • Astrophotography at the Cruz de la Atalaya (Jimena).
  • Astronomical observation at Casería de Lázaro (Bedmar).
  • Astronomical observation at El Paso (Bélmez de la Moraleda).

Day 4 Peal de Becerro – Cazorla – Beas de Segura

Cazorla
Morning
  • Option 1: Toya y Hornos Interpretation Centre (Peal de Becerro) + guided visits to Cazorla and La Iruela.
  • Option 2: “La Mocha” via ferrata (La Iruela).

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon
  • Option 1: Hiking the Borosa River route and Visitor Centre.
  • Option 2: River Cañamares trail (Chilluévar).
  • Transfer to Beas de Segura and tour of its old quarter.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Astrophotography at Puente Mocho (Beas de Segura).
  • Astrophotography at Torres de Peñolite (Puente de Génave).
  • Astronomical observation in Aldea Las Graceas (La Puerta de Segura).
  • Astronomical observation at El Paso (Bélmez de la Moraleda).

Day 5 Torres de Albanchez – Hornos de Segura – El Tranco

Hornos de Segura
Morning
  • Historical walk through Torres de Albanchez and the “Las Edades de la Sierra” Centre.
  • Hike Puerto de Onsares – Alto del Morrón (Villarrodrigo).
  • Guided tour of Siles and the “El Sequero” Centre.
  • Visit to the historic ensemble of Segura de la Sierra and its castle.

Meal: Client’s choice

Afternoon
  • Solar-boat trip on the Tranco Reservoir.
  • Visit to Hornos de Segura and the Cosmolarium.

Dinner: Client’s choice

Night
  • Night-time observation at the Cosmolarium (Hornos de Segura).
  • Astronomical observation at the Don Domingo Starlight Site (Santiago-Pontones).
  • Astrophotography on the Campos de Hernán Pelea (Santiago-Pontones).

Day 6 Pontones – Source of the River Segura

Pontones
Morning
  • Hiking route Pontones – Source of the River Segura.
  • Visits and tastings at olive mills (Oleofer, Oro de La Puerta, Cortijo La Zarza or Oleaí).
  • Visit and tasting at Bodega Vinos Bio Pedro Olivares.
  • Visit and cheese tasting at Cortijo La Vicaría (Puente de Génave).
Afternoon

End of the experience

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Astrotourism Services in Jaén

Accommodation
offering Astrotourism Services

Sierra de Segura

Sierra de Cazorla

Sierra Mágina

  • Arenaria Rural House
    Address:
    Cam. de la Ladera, s/n, Torres
    Telephone:
    678 468 588
    Email:
    casaruralarenaria@gmail.com
    Services:
    Combined oleotourism, gastronomy and astrotourism experiences
  • Mágina Dream Rural Apartments
    Address:
    Paraje Allanadas del Santo, s/n, La Guardia de Jaén
    Telephone:
    625 214 852
    Email:
    reservas@maginadream.com
    Website:
    https://www.maginadream.es/
    Services:
    Rural accommodation with an ideal setting for night-sky observation
    Astrotourism activities

Sierra Sur de Jaén

Astrotourism Services

Sierra de Segura

Sierra de Cazorla

Sierra Mágina

  • Cortijo Las Huertas
    Address:
    Ctra. A-401 km 49, Huelma
    Telephone:
    953 58 38 76
    Email:
    info@thuelma.es
    Website:
    https://www.thuelma.es/
    Services:
    Combined experiences: oleotourism and astrotourism
  • Ociomágina Servicios Educativos y de Ocio SL
    Address:
    C/ La Libertad nº 1, Huelma
    Telephone:
    655 891 036
    Email:
    ociomaginaseo@gmail.com
    Website:
    https://www.ociomagina.com
    Services:
    Campsite – hostel
    Active tourism (paintball, hiking, climbing, etc.)
    Combined astrotourism experiences (ecotourism and astrotourism)

Sierra Sur de Jaén

Associations

Guides of the Jaén Astronomical Corridor

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