Jubrique: Trails, Natural Pools and Cultural Heritage

The protected Valle del Genal covers an area of 23,555 hectares and extends across 17 municipalities. In the public mountain areas of this protected area, the extensive network of livestock trails and forest tracks is frequently used for cycling routes, hikes and sporting activities.

Trails and Activities

The PR-A 291 runs from Jubrique to Benalauría and is a 9.8 km linear hiking trail. The outward journey on the PR-A 291 takes an estimated 3 hours and 35 minutes; it is rated as moderate. The route begins in Jubrique in the area of the municipal swimming pool, known as La Llanada, and is accessible on foot and by bicycle.

Jubrique’s network of hiking trails also includes the SL-A 193 Sendero de la Solana and the SL-A 194 Sendero de Matagallar. The SL-A 195 Sendero al Charco Esteban is a linear hiking trail in Jubrique’s trail network. The Jubrique–Genalguacil route descends to the Río Monardilla and crosses the watercourse on a wooden bridge built by local residents.

Other town pages on this website include Casares, Portugalejo, Alameda, Cañete La Real, Álora, San Pedro de Alcántara, Macharaviaya and Lagos.

Nature

Charco Azul is a natural pool and waterfall in the Arroyo del Quejigo, a tributary of the Río Genal. The pool has two small waterfalls, each three metres high, measures approximately 20 m × 10 m and is up to 3 m deep. Charco Azul lies within the municipal boundary of Jubrique, but is more easily reached from the Genalguacil–Peñas Blancas road.

Charco Redondo is a large natural pool in Jubrique (Málaga), considered an inland beach, with easy access and facilities on site.

Culture

The steep streets of Jubrique, of Arab origin, converge at Plaza de Andalucía. The parish church of San Francisco de Asís has a tower porch with an octagonal finish; the church was formerly an Arab mosque. Cruz del Chorrillo is a small octagonal chapel with Moorish-influenced architectural elements. On 3 May, a pilgrimage leads to the Ermita de la Santa Cruz del Chorrillo.

History

Río Lavar was Jubrique’s former public washhouse; today, only the fountain remains. Along the PR-A 291, La Tenería is identified as a former tannery for leather processing. At the Museo de Artes Populares y del Aguardiente, visitors can learn about the history of wine and aguardiente in Jubrique.

Local Traditions

The Fiestas de San Francisco de Asís are classified as part of Jubrique’s intangible cultural heritage. Old vineyards in Jubrique recall the area’s once-significant local production of wine and aguardiente, which comprised up to 60 factories in the 18th century.

For the overarching travel overview: Málaga.