Do not miss some of the most beautiful villages in Andalusia
It is no wonder that Spain attracts a large number of tourists who visit us every year. Did you know that Cadiz is one of the 15 most visited provinces in Spain? To get to know this beautiful province of Andalusia we propose a trip by van with Puzzle Campers along the Route of the White Villages. A route of approximately 115 kilometers that is worth visiting to enjoy the beauty of its villages. They all have one common element: the white color of their houses.
Our suggestion to enjoy this landscape is that you take your rental camper in Cadiz and head for Arcos de la Frontera. Here you will begin the route of the White Villages. It is only 65 kilometers that separate this town from Cadiz. In the blink of an eye you’ll be ready to start! Do not forget that our rental campers come fully equipped, they have all the amenities so they will make every trip an unforgettable experience. Traveling in camper you will enjoy the beautiful landscape of the area, its people and its culture to your air, without hurry and with total freedom to make stops in any place that catches your attention.
1. Arcos de la Frontera
Here begins the Route of the White Villages. Perhaps the town is familiar to you, did you know that it is one of the most photographed villages in Andalusia? This beautiful town is located on a hill, so its streets are quite steep as well as narrow. It is best that you leave the rental camper parked in the parking lot on the outskirts of the village and walk through its streets full of history. You will quickly realize that Muslim influence is everywhere: houses, courtyards, streets, buildings …
Its old town is declared Historic Complex and houses architectural jewels like the Castle of the Duches, the Door of Matrera and rest of the wall among others. Arcos de la Frontera reveals history and tradition in all its corners. A few kilometers from the village is the lake Arcos, which offers the possibility of water sports and take a dip if the heat squeezes.
2. El Bosque
This small town is located next to the river Majaceite and the natural parks of Los Alcornocales and Sierra de Grazalema. It is surrounded
by springs and has numerous routes so if you like to travel in camper for hiking is the perfect place. It is ideal for campers who love nature looking to spend the holidays enjoying active tourism activities. Its environment is ideal for parking the van and recovering strength to continue the Route of the White Villages. Here is the southernmost trout preserve in Spain, do we satisfy our appetite with a rich trout with ham?
3. Benamahoma
Benamahoma that translated to the Arable comes to say ‘Hijos de Mohammed, last prophet of Allah’ is a small town that is immersed in the reserve of the Natural Park Sierra de Grazalema, the first natural park that was constituted in Andalusia. Its strategic location between El Bosque and Grazalema makes this small town a strategic point to know the area. It has a rich cultural and historical heritage that reflects the Arab presence that during 8 centuries settled in the zone. You can appreciate it in the architecture of the houses that look an unblemished white. At the beginning of August the Moors and Christians festivities take place, the only ones that are still conserved in the area of Western Andalusia.
Its main tourist attraction is the spring of El Nacimiento, tributary of the river Majaceite, next to which it is possible to make a route of about 5 kilometers of low difficulty. Cheers to enjoy a nice walk through the lush vegetation. Did you know that it is one of the places where it rains the most of the whole peninsula? Having a raincoat on the van can always be a good idea.
4. Grazalema
Grazalema is located in the heart of the nature reserve of the same name. Your situation will impress you, as it is located in a rugged terrain and all its buildings adapt to the terrain. So, as in Arcos de la Frontera, we recommend that you leave the camper in the parking lots of the entrance and enjoy the town walking. The origin of this picturesque town coincides with the Roman city of Lacíbula. Inside, the typical architecture of the area mixes with the monumental richness like the Baroque style church of Nuestra Señora de la Aurora or the Church of San José.
Why not enjoy a hiker route and then recover strength in any of the restaurants you will find in the locality? Game meat, lamb or fresh cheese are some of the typical products of the area. You can not go without trying delicious grilled meat! That way you will regain your strength before returning to take the camper to set off for the next town.
5. Zahara de la Sierra
Traveling a few kilometers aboard your rental van, you will find the town of Zahara de la Sierra, declared a Historic Artistic Complex since 1983. We can say that it is one of the most charming towns on the route so it is an obligatory stop. This town is located in the foothills of the Sierra del Jaral, offering views of the valley that you can not miss: to the north, Sierra de Lijar, to the south, Sierra del Pinar and Guadalete river. Nor can we forget its reservoir, considered one of the most beautiful in Andalusia.
Zahara de la Sierra is located on an ancient Roman settlement, which would later give way to Medieval Villa. It also has remains of a wall in which the Tower of Homage stands out. As you can see, this small town of Cadiz has much to offer its visitors. Without forgetting, of course, the gastronomy. Do not leave without trying their gañotes, canutillos of almond and cinnamon mass, nor their suspiros before following your route by van through Andalusia.
6. Olvera
Take your rental camper and you will arrive in Olvera, another jewel that has monuments of great artistic and architectural value. In addition, this locality is famous for its olive trees, hence its name Why not resolve those commitments you have pending with a good can of oil? If you travel in camper for rent you will not have problems with the luggage, you can take what you want!
Go up to the Parish of the Encamation, next to the Arabian Castle, from here you will enjoy incredible views. In the municipality of Olvera, you have the Via Verde de la Sierra, the only route of tourist interest in Andalusia. Do not hesitate to take the bikes with you on the van, it’s worth the bike ride! 1 km from the village there is a caravan park where you can park the camper.
7. Torre-Alháquime
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This village owes its name to the Arab family and the Al Hakim, is known for its stories about Andalusian banditry and Muslim rule. It still conserves remains of the wall that formed part of the medieval fortress that surrounded the center of the town. Its streets are a labyrinth for which it is worth taking a short walk before visiting the last town within our particular People’s Route. If you fancy you can make a route around it before returning to take the camper, visiting its rivers and farmhouses but, beware! Jose Maria Tempranillo was born here so you run the risk of being kidnapped by bandits.
8. Setenil de las Bodegas
For many it is the most charming town of the route but its streets are narrow, so again, it is best to leave the van on the outskirts and walk its streets on foot. The finishing touch for the Route of the White Villages puts a place that is full of corners and architectural elements that overflow history. This will be the last stop after this rental camper trip. Setenil de las Bodegas is dominated by a castle that is situated in a fortress of medieval origin that to this day still retains Torre del Homenaje and a cistern. This beautiful Andalusian town is one of the main destinations of the mountains and is that the network of its streets next to the houses that merge into the mountain does not go unnoticed by anyone.
After 115 km you will have enjoyed some of the towns that make up the Route of the White Villages. Villages in which they emphasize their beautiful houses of pure white color adorned with balconies of flowers. In addition to its narrow and steep streets, all full of buildings full of history. It is worth visiting the province of Cadiz and enjoy camper renting one of the most beautiful corners of southern Spain.