The route of the White Villages is well known especially by people who love architecture and enjoy the scenery. If you plan to make this trip and get to know a little more of our country you must be wondering where to sleep in the route of the white villages. We will help you plan your trip, but first let's know a little about these villas.
White in these villages is much more than a color, for them it means freshness. The houses are white because they cover their facades with lime to combat the heat.. This route is made up of 19 villages in which a spectacle for the eyes is created by the white facades decorated with flowers and the landscapes that you can see along the way.
The 19 sites that are part of the route of the white villages in Spain are: Alcalá del Valle, Algar, Algodonales, Arcos de la Frontera, Benaocaz ,Bornos ,El Bosque, El Gastor, Espera ,Grazalema, Olvera, Prado del Rey, Puerto Serrano, Setenil de las Bodegas, Torre Alháquime, Ubrique, Villaluenga del Rosario, Villamartín and Zahara de la Sierra.
You can find where to sleep in the route of the white villages in each of its territories. However, your lodging area will depend on your travel plan, as you can decide to stay in these towns and spend the whole vacation there or visit the route of the white villages and to the enjoy the beaches and the city.
Arcos de la Frontera, where we will start the white route.
It is known as the gateway to the white villages of Cádiz. As expected, the first thing that will catch our attention are the white houses. However, the architecture created during the Christian era of this town makes it a place you can not miss if you are a lover of history.
You must visit the Plaza de Cabildo, the Cuesta de Belen and the Church of San Pedro. As you can imagine what to see in Arcos de la frontera are its monuments and ancient buildings that survived the Lisbon earthquake of 1755.
The routes through Grazalema are not to be missed.
One of the first places what to visit in Grazalema is the Mirador de Asomaderos, next to the tourist office. The main monument you will find in Grazalema is the Monumento al toro de Cuerda which is a tribute to the traditional festival of the town.
In the center of the village you will find the Plaza de España where you will find the find the Aurora Church. A temple of the Renaissance period that suffered the Spanish Civil War. Also, you should visit the Church of San Juan which is believed to have been built over a mosque.
We recommend that you pass by the Church of San José and from there go to the Mirador de los Peñascos. As you can see, the architecture and the lookout points are key parts of the route through Grazalema making it one of the world's most beautiful white villages.
Olvera, a town in Cádiz
The Church of Our Lady of the Incarnation, located in the Town Hall Square, has a gazebo that was built after the sacristan's house was demolished.
The Moorish castle is another place you must visit.The main reason is that you can enjoy the scenery of the municipality. Although it was built in the late twelfth century, you can see many features of Christianity due to the remodeling, since the capture of the Castilian troops. The Moorish castle is a cultural property since 1985.
A must-see in Setenil de las Bodegas
The main attraction of this town, which belongs to the route of the white villages is that many of its houses are under a rock. The temple that you must visit in Setenil de las Bodegas is the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación.
This church was built over a former mosque and has a crucified Christ from the 17th century and a silk and gold chasuble that was donated by the Catholic kings.
Here, we recommend you to go to the viewpoint of El Lizón. To reach it, you must climb the stairs of the Manuel Galán gardens. In addition, we recommend that you visit the main monument which is the Torreón del Homenaje, as it is the only trace that remains of the Almohad fortress of the twelfth and thirteenth centuries.
Let's close the tour with the Zahara de la Sierra route.
This town is famous for the multitude of viewpoints it has. It is surrounded by walls and towers, but only the Torre del Homenaje is preserved in perfect condition.
In the Plaza del Rey you will find a viewpoint and the 17th century Church of Santa Maria de Mesa, which represents the religious architecture of Andalusia. You will get there through San Juan street where you will find craft stores and hotels where you can enjoy the best of Andalusia. sleeping in the route of the white villages.
In addition, Zahara de la Sierra was declared a historical site.
In case you are going to live your vacations in the white villages you don't have to worry about where sleeping in the route of the white villages as it is such a touristy area the service of its hotelsis generally very good.
Where to sleep in the route of the white villages and at the same time enjoy the beaches and the city of Conil?
If you want to have a vacation full of adventure, history and scenery at the white villagesbut, you don't want to miss out on the excitement and fun that the beaches and the urban center of Conildon't worry, we have the solution.
Villas Flamenco is located just an hour's drive from Arcos de la Frontera and a few minutes from the beaches and the city, allowing us to have the vacation of our dreams. In addition, it offers the best accommodationswhere to sleep in the route of the white villages.
It offers apartments and houses with internet service, parking, equipped kitchen, living room, access to the pool and air conditioning and heating, depending on the season. This place is perfect to feel at home.
Hacienda Roche Viejo is the perfect option for families, friends and couples who are looking for where to sleep in the route of the white villages with a rural atmosphere. It is also the closest to Arcos de la Frontera, just an hour's drive away.
Other place where to sleep in the route of the white villages is Villas Flamenco Rentals that because of its location allows us to know the center of Conil. In addition, staying there we enjoyed the view of the city from our room.
The last accommodation offered is Villas Flamenco Beach. where we can sleeping on the route of the white villagesThe property is close to the beach with the best ocean view to live an unforgettable vacation.
Do not hesitate to contact contact with us if you want to know more about lodging in Conil, remember that we have discounts all year round for early booking and family vacations.
