All of Andalusia boasts natural landscapes and parks of immense beauty. However, if we had to highlight one province that is firmly committed to attracting visitors to them, it would be Jaén, thereby compensating for the ‘handicap’ of not having a coastal area. For this reason, we have chosen five ideal places to enjoy active tourism in Jaén, regardless of the season in which you wish to organize your trip.
Where to enjoy active tourism in Jaén? 5 places
As we explain on this page, there are five major natural areas in the province of Jaén:
- The Sierra de Cazorla, Segura y las Villas Natural Park
- The Sierra de Andújar Natural Park
- The Sierra Mágina Natural Park
- The Despeñaperros Natural Park
- The Sierra Sur
And we have selected a town from each of them, which will serve as your ‘base camp’ for your active tourism holidays in Jaén.
Segura de la Sierra
Although this picturesque town is known for its beautiful historical and artistic heritage, it can also be a good place from which to organize excursions and activities in nature. There is an interesting network of trails in its surroundings, many of which are sections or variants of the GR 247, which covers practically the entire Natural Park.
Baños de la Encina
This is another town that, in addition to its spectacular architectural heritage (Burgalimar Castle), can be an interesting place for active tourism in Jaén. Located at the foot of the Sierra de Andújar Natural Park, which is part of Sierra Morena, it not only offers numerous hiking trails but also allows for water activities such as kayaking in the Rumblar reservoir.
Santa Elena
A town that is a mandatory stop along the A-4 in the famous Despeñaperros pass, it is also a municipality whose surroundings offer interesting places to enjoy active tourism in Jaén. To the west lies the Despeñaperros Natural Park, with its characteristic rugged appearance, and to the east, the famous Cascada de la Cimbarra, declared a Natural Site in the town of Aldeaquemada.
Jimena
This small town in Sierra Mágina is a good place to start and stay if you want to discover this small but imposing mountain range. In fact, it is located near, for example, the Cueva de la Graja or the Pinar de Cánava, declared a Natural Monument.
Castillo de Locubín
This town is located in the Sierra Sur, in the southern part of the province, and although its landscapes are not as rugged and mountainous as in other green areas of Jaén, it also offers many possibilities for active tourism, especially for families and less experienced visitors. A good example of this is the Source of the San Juan River, just 3 kilometers from this town.
As you can see, the possibilities for active tourism in Jaén are spread across all points of the province. And there are numerous adventure companies, with packages for travelers of all levels. If you want to explore the possibilities for your next vacation, do not hesitate to contact Andalucía Exclusiva.
