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Discover the best places to see in Setenil de las Bodegas
One of the best secret destinations in all of Europe
Setenil de las Bodegas is one of the most beautiful and interesting towns in Spain, possessing its greatest attraction, the way in which the town was built; since it is a town built under a stone, using its natural form, to build houses and buildings.
It is a town located in Cádiz, Andalusia, being also one of the so-called Andalusian White Towns; a route of several tourist towns, which attracts the attention of travelers, from all over the world.
Continue reading this travel guide, which will show you the seven best places to visit in Setenil de las Bodegas.
Top 7 of the best things to see and do in Setenil de las Bodegas
1. Andalusia Square
One of the main tourist attractions in Setenil de las Bodegas, without a doubt, is its Plaza de Andalucía, a place where you can taste the best of Andalusian cuisine, or have a drink if you prefer.
To get to the square, you only have to cross Cueva Sombra Street, through its cobbled streets, with the view of mountains and gorges around it.
Very close to the Plaza de Andalucía is the tourist office, one of the places you should visit, since in addition to having an interesting architectural structure; its officials will inform you of the best things to do in this charming town.
2. Castle of Setenil de las Bodegas
The Setenil de las Bodegas Castle, or Nazarí Castle as it is also known, was the Muslim fortress that defended this town from the 12th to 13th centuries, approximately, and which would be conquered by the Catholic Monarchs in September 1484.
Currently, the Castle houses the tourist office, however, you can visit the famous Torreón del Homenaje, or the beautiful church Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación.
3. Tribute Tower
The Torreón del Homenaje is the last vestige of the Muslim fortress that was erected in this town; which has a cistern, in addition to the tower.
This tower has three different levels, on the first level, you can enter from the outside, but the two upper levels are entered by internal stairs.
The cistern is another of the mandatory visits in Setenil de las Bodegas, where you will be able to see the place where rainwater was kept, which supplied the inhabitants of this Muslim fortress.
4. Sun Cave Street
Cueva Sol Street is one of the central points of tourism, in Setenil de las Bodegas, with its souvenir and curio shops, along with its bars, restaurants or houses, which were built under the stone.
It owes its name to the fact that it is a place where you can appreciate the sunlight, being particularly attractive to eat or have a drink, observing the majestic landscape of the city.
If you want to understand the charm of Setenil de las Bodegas, Calle Cueva Sol is one of its essential places.
5. Shadow Cave Street
If Calle Cueva Sol is where sunlight enters, Calle Cueva Sombra is its opposite, as it is a street built under stone, where no sunlight enters.
In Calle Cueva Sombra, there are also several important gastronomic destinations, where in addition to the traditional bars or restaurants, you can visit numerous places where they serve desserts, such as candy stores, ice cream parlors, etc.
6. The viewpoints of Setenil de las Bodegas
Setenil de las Bodegas is a town that must be seen from above, for this reason, the city offers several viewpoints to enjoy the view, where you will appreciate the majesty and beauty of this beautiful White Town of Spain.
Some of the best viewpoints that you can visit are the following:
Mirador del Carmen : From this point, you can see a large part of the city. You will have to climb 93 steps, but when you arrive, you will find excellent restaurants and the imposing views of Setenil.
Mirador de los Reyes Católicos : This is one of the best viewpoints in Setenil de las Bodegas, as it allows you to see all the towns in this Spanish town.
Olvera road viewpoint : if you take the Olvera road when leaving Setenil de las Bodegas, you can say goodbye to the city observing it for the last time, from the viewpoint of this road.
7. Hiking trails
In the surroundings of Setenil de las Bodegas, you can enjoy some excellent hiking trails, where in addition to walking a little, you will delight your eyes with beautiful landscapes, which will make you better understand the magic of Spain.
Next, we will show you some of the most visited hiking trails:
Bandoleros Route : In addition to the scenic beauty that the route offers, it is a fairly simple path, which will lead to the ruins of the Roman city of Acinipo.
Route of the Mills : This route is called like this, for having two cereal mills that are in disuse. It is one of the most visited, although it does not mean that you will find many people; and runs through the tributary of the Guadalporcún River, in a stream called Los Molinos.
Traveler's Route : The Traveler's Route will offer you great views. This hiking trail was, during the 18th and 19th centuries, an important commercial route, which is attractive for its trees, which will make you feel in a Mediterranean forest.
These have been the most important places to see in Setenil de las Bodegas, a town full of curiosities, beauty and unmissable tourist attractions.
