Hernán-Valle in the Geopark of Granada

Landscape

Hernán-Valle is located in the Geopark of Granada. The Geopark of Granada is part of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network.

There is a viewpoint on Cerro de la Garita. From there, panoramic views extend to the Sierra de Baza, Cerro Mencal and the Sierra Nevada.

The geological features of the Geopark of Granada have shaped the cultural development of its inhabitants since ancient times. In Hernán-Valle, this creates a connection between the landscape and the history of the town, which is reflected concretely in the named viewpoints and historical sites.

Trails and landscape

If you are planning to cycle, there is a suitable footpath on the outskirts of Hernán-Valle. It leads to the Lavadero de Hernán Valle.

The livestock trail Cordel de Hernán Valle begins in the centre of Hernán-Valle. It continues as far as the municipal boundary with Gor.

The Ruta Guadix-San Torcuato-Hernán Valle is a route in the Geopark of Granada. It is classified as a route with a desert character.

The Puente de Graos in Hernán-Valle is a distinctive feature of the Vía Verde de Baza. Many western films were shot at the Puente de Graos in Hernán-Valle.

History

An archaeological site is documented along the Cordel de Hernán Valle. It dates from Roman times.

A Roman villa was discovered near Fuenteálamo. Its name is El Cordel de Hernán Valle.

The communal washhouses of Hernán-Valle date from the early 20th century. Access to them was improved. In 2009, the communal washhouses were restored.

Near the Cortijo de Apolo are the remains of a lime kiln and a «de llano» lime pit. The site lies halfway between Hernán-Valle and Charches.

The historical evidence thus ranges from a Roman archaeological site and a Roman villa to the communal washhouses dating from the early 20th century. The restoration of the washhouses in 2009 is also documented.

Religious sites

The Ermita de la Virgen de Fátima was built in 2004. It stands on Cerro de la Garita.

The path to the Ermita de la Virgen de Fátima is accompanied by the Stations of the Cross. These Stations of the Cross contain depictions of scenes from the Gospel.

The religious site is therefore defined by its year of construction, its location on Cerro de la Garita and the Stations of the Cross accompanying the path, with their scenes from the Gospel.

Festivals

The patron saint festivals of Hernán-Valle were celebrated in honour of San Luis Rey de Francia.

Traditional festivals were celebrated in Hernán-Valle in honour of the Sagrado Corazón de Jesús. Local mayordomos organised these festivals. The Guadix Town Council participated in them.

Other places under the same parent destination are Escoznar, Orgiva, Alpujarra De La Sierra, Tocón, Pinos Puente, Alfornón, Cástaras and Orce.

To the main travel overview: Granada.