Zagra: Hiking Routes, History and Regional Cuisine

From the viewpoint, you can overlook the provinces of Córdoba, Málaga and Granada. Fertile land surrounding the town shapes Zagra’s landscape; this land is suitable for olive cultivation. Between the agricultural areas and the mountains, this creates a landscape in which views, paths and rural surroundings exist closely side by side.

Nature and Hiking Routes

If you are planning a hike with a specific distance and duration, the Ruta Pesquera is 10.3 kilometres long and follows a circular route. Its difficulty level is low, and the estimated duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes. Another circular hiking route is the Sendero al Mirador del Cerro de la Cruz, which is 3.540 kilometres long. Its difficulty level is also low; its estimated duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes. The estimated durations can be used as specific time windows for planning your day. Sierra de Campo Agro is a mountain in the area around Zagra. La Tiñosa is a mountain in the wider region surrounding Zagra.

History and Culture

Castillo de Zagra was built by the Nasrids in the 14th century as an important fortress on the first line of defence of the Kingdom of Granada. The fortress has been illuminated and prepared for visits. The La Atalayuela archaeological site is accessible and signposted; it includes an early medieval necropolis preserving twelve graves. These graves are rectangular or slightly trapezoidal. Another archaeological site lies southeast of Zagra’s town centre and comprises 60 graves carved into the rock. This site also includes a monastery complex carved into the rock, an Islamic rural settlement and a rock-cut necropolis.

Places in the Surrounding Area

Mirador de Sylvania is located in the area around Zagra and is a viewpoint; Mirador Isabel I de Castilla is also a viewpoint there. Museo del Agua is located in the area around Zagra and is a museum. Villa Romana de Salar is an ancient site in the area around Zagra. The Alcazaba is a historic site in the area around Zagra. Fuente de la Mora is a monument in the area around Zagra.

Regional Cuisine

In the municipality of Zagra, the production of olive oil and stewed goat meat dishes is very widespread. Popular recipes in Zagra include Sobrehúsa and Porra.

For a stay in Zagra, you can choose a hotel under the town’s name.

Other Places

Another place is Ventorros De San Jose.

For the higher-level travel overview: Granada.

More Destinations

More places under the same destination:

Castillo De Tajarja, Tózar, Chauchina, Trevélez, Graena, Cúllar, El Ventorrillo.