The Jabugo Route allows us to get closer to the world of the 100% Iberian acorn-fed pig: From its natural habitat in the centenary pastures to where the artisanal healing process of ham with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Jabugo in the winery ends.
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5. The Jabugo Route allows us to get closer to
the world of the 100% Iberian acorn-fed pig:
From its natural habitat in the centenary
pastures to where the artisanal healing
process of ham with Protected Designation
of Origin (PDO) Jabugo in the winery ends.
The Route of Jabugo brings together the
essence of tradition, base of the rooting of
the 100% Iberian acorn pig to this region. Its
presence has marked the physiognomy of
the region, people habits, even its
landscape, making it one of the last corners
where you can enjoy the magic of the
pasture and village life.
Jabugo Route
6. Jabugo Route
The best way we have to learn the secrets of "El Jabugo" is
to know the places where the people who love them live.
Men and women who for centuries have traditionally
preserved their process of salting and elaboration; towns
that are united through a network of trails within the Sierra
de Aracena and Picos de Aroche Natural Park.
Grutas de las Maravillas private guided tour
Experience in Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Center: Exquisite Jabugo
ham tasting
Experience in PDO Jabugo Dehesa
Experience in a ham curing room and cellar from the Protected Designation of
Origin.
2 lunches in restaurants from the Jabugo product route Club
7. Convento Aracena Hotel
At the foot of the Aracena Castle, in the heart of the Sierra de Huelva, you'll find this wonderful 17th century Convent restored and
converted into this 4* unique hotel.
Peace, calm and pure air are the adjectives that define the cloister and gardens, while the church invites the meeting and
enjoyment. The high point after a long day is given by an exclusive spa where you can relax.
9. In addition to a historical center that will
take you back to Roman times, Mérida has
one of the most extensive archaeological
sites in Spain. It was declared a World
Heritage Site in 1993 by Unesco.
In the center of the city you’ll find other
notable monuments, such as the Roman
Bridge that crosses the Guadiana, the
Aqueduct of the Miracles and the Temple of
Diana.
All those who visit Mérida in the summer
will have the opportunity to live a unique
experience: the representation of one of the
classic works in the Roman theater itself.
Mérida
10. Parador de Mérida
The Parador de Mérida corresponds to an old convent of the 18th century.
Located 10 minutes from the center, it has beautiful traditional style gardens and an interior patio. With sauna, gym and outdoor
pool: perfect to switch off at the end of the day.
12. The Monumental City of Cáceres, UNESCO
World Heritage since 1986, is an example of
a medieval complex that has been modified
over the centuries. Walking down its streets,
you'll see the traces of the Roman, Arab,
Christian and Jewish cultures.
It has the best preserved artistic and
monumental ensemble in Spain and the
third in the Old Continent, according to the
Council of Europe. It was an important
center of stately character in the Middle
Ages and the Renaissance.
A tour of its streets causes squares, arches,
towers, palaces, churches and convents
admiration in all the visitors.
Cáceres
13. Doña Francisca cheese farm
The best way to know how cheeses are made and how to
taste them is by visiting an authentic traditional cheese
factory.
The owners of the factory will show you the process of
making Extremaduran cheeses and Tortas del Casar, how
milk is processed and how cheeses mature until we eat
them.
The guided visit wil end with a tasting of the 10 different
cheeses that are made in the factory paired with wine
from the region.
14. Trujillo
Let yourself be conquered by the city of the most famous
discoverers in an exciting route during the sunset.
We will start in the Plaza Mayor and continue through the
walls of the medieval town, where you will discover the
most outstanding places and monuments of a city full of
history: castle, palaces, churches, towers, manor houses and
convents.
We will accompany you through a trip in the past in this
village and residence of kings. We'll finish the route with a
tasting of "torta de casar" and Iberian products paired with
Ribera del Guadiana D.O.
15. AOVE Workshop
In this Extra Virgin Olive Oil (AOVE) workshop you'll have the
opportunity to know all the secrets of the so-called "liquid
gold" in one of the few oil libraries that exist in Spain.
The activity takes around 90 minutes and it has two parts:
theoretical and sensory.
To end the experience, we will taste a tapa paired with one
of the used oils that will surprise you.
16. Parador de Cáceres
The Parador de Cáceres was a 14th century stone palace. It keeps original features such as vaulted ceilings and period furniture.
The hotel is located in the historic center of Cáceres, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The renovated 4* hotel combines tradition and modernity. It is perfectly equipped with new technologies and integrates respectful
enviroment elements.
18. Place of customs, traditions and centenary
rites, La Alberca is shown to the world as a
perfect place for curious and gastronomy
lovers.
A walk through its streets takes us to other
times, to other worlds. Getting lost in its
corners and squares is a must and one of the
greatest pleasures for those looking for
picturesque landscapes, impossible traces of
singular beauty, balancing facades and
games of light and shadows.
San Antón pig walking through the streets
will announce that this place is good ham.
A place full of tradition, beautiful streets and
gastronomy.
La Alberca
19. Abadía de los templarios
This medieval-style hotel is located in the center of the impressive Batuecas National Park and it is surrounded by old chestnut
trees.
Abadía de los Templarios offers great facilities and views to the rural landscape.
The fantastic facilities at this hotel include an indoor and outdoor pool with hammocks, as well as a sauna and Turkish baths.
21. If you have never come, get ready to
discover Salamanca and be surprised.
A cheerful and lively city awaits you.
Salamanca is always open with its
welcoming people. They will love share its
heritage, culture and tradition with you.
The city is a World Heritage Site and has a
multitude of corners and historic buildings;
all of them are concentrated in the historic
center, so the visit must be made on foot.
The sunrise and sunset are magical
moments to enjoy the golden facades of
houses and monuments.
Salamanca
22. Carreros de Fuenterroble Dehesa
Guided tour of the fighting Livestock ranch in 4x4 or tractor trailer.
Guided tour of the Livestock ranch (cows with stallions, bulls and bulls) in 4x4 or tractor trailer.
Guided tour of the different livestock dependencies, square of gropes, stables, guadarneses,
photography room and chapel.
Guided tour of the livestock house museum (from 1,880)
Appetizer served in the family livestock house based on the old charra cuisine: Iberian products;
cured goat cheese; Spanish homemade omelet and bread. Drinks: soft drinks, beers and Rioja
Crianza wine
In this exclusive program we offer the possibility of
getting to know the fighting bull in its natural
environment as well as its routine and daily care.
At the end, you will enjoy a unique gastronomic
experience tasting the products of the area.
23. Hacienda Zorita
This renovated convent is located in the beautiful Douro Valley and has its own vineyards, spa, gourmet restaurant and spectacular
gardens that reach the Tormes River.
Hacienda Zorita features exposed wooden beams, sturdy stone walls and cozy lounge areas with comfortable sofas and a fireplace.
25. Valladolid is the only Spanish province with
five Designations of Origin. A wide plain of
great horizons, seas of wheat and eternal
extensions of vineyards where some of the
best wines in the world are born. El blanco
de Rueda, el rosado de Digales o el tinto de
Ribera del Duero, Tierras de León o Toro
make Valladolid an authentic wine paradise.
We should not put aside its monuments and
corners in which history breathes. From the
Plaza Mayor to the Consistorial House, the
church of Vera Cruz, the Plaza de Portugalete
or its University. All of them surrounded by
parks and gardens that will make you
disconnect and move in time.
Valladolid
26. Wine Complete Experience
We will take you from the accommodation to the winery,
where an off-road circuit will start, visiting the most singular
places of the vineyard. We will continue with a rural picnic
on the farm and, to finish, we will visit the winery, the
fermentation and aging room.
At the end of the tour and the visit to the winery, we'll have a wine
tasting ready to enjoy the best wines of the area. The duration of the
visit is around 3 hours and is done in private.
27. Spa Sommelier Experience
The concept of the Sommelier Spa combines the powerful healing
properties of aromatherapy with Abadia Retuerta wines. In this
experience you will have the opportunity to taste our wines and
smell the oil mixtures. The limbic system, connected to the nervous
and olfactory system, will react to the different aromas.
The treatment is performed in the old Sanctuary. A
Sommelier Spa will guide and advise you to enjoy a unique
and exclusive experience through the marriage between
wines, mixtures of oils and their massage techniques.
28. Abadía Retuerta
Abadía de Santa María de Retuerta ounded at the end of the 12th century, has remained a witness within the boundaries of the
Retuerta estate. It is one of the most important Romanesque works in the province of Valladolid, now a luxury hotel consisting of
27 double rooms and 3 suites.
With sommelier spa, outdoor pool and a restaurant with a Michelin Star, it will be the best place to end this route through Spain.