Olive groves
We take you to the centenary olive trees of the Sierra de Cazorla, so that you can walk between their trunks, twisted over the centuries, and through the hands that, generation after generation, have worked to collect their fruits. Enjoy this landscape, unique in the world, while we tell you the secrets that have made this tree the most mythical.
Alternative option: For groups of less than four people (traveling in a company vehicle) or participants who have an all-terrain vehicle, there is the possibility of visiting the ancient olive trees of La Iruela. These impressive specimens have been providing their shadow and oil for 15 centuries.
The largest oil mill in the region
Do you want to see how the best extra virgin olive oil is made? We take you to the largest oil mill in the region so you can see the whole elaboration process from the moment the olive is discharged into the charging hoppers until the oil is packaged. The processes of extraction of the olive “juice” has evolved a lot in the last decades. That is why we recommend that you tour the facilities of one of the most modern and largest oil mills in the world, as we explain what are the critical points that must be taken care of to get the best oil.
Olive oil tasting in the historic centre
Enjoy and put your senses to the test while you discover how to evaluate the positive attributes of an extra virgin olive oil and to distinguish the different aromatic nuances of the best Extra Virgin Olive Oils (EVOO).
You will also have the opportunity of smelling defective oils, so you can as well learn how to recognize and avoid them.
And we will test your smell sense by playing a fun game, Are you ready?
Schedule
Duration: approximately 3,5 hours
Description:
- Meeting in Cazorla (we will send you information about the meeting point after your reservation)
- Trip to the centenary olive groves of Cazorla or millenary olive trees of La Iruela (if this option has been chosen)
- Visit to the olive groves to learn about the olive trees cultivation and harvesting process and the culture associated to the world of olive groves. You can enjoy this unique landscape from the inside.
- Trip to the oil mill to learn “in situ” the entire olive oil production process. During the journey you will be able to have a global vision of the olive groves of the Region.
- Return to Cazorla to enjoy a guided olive oil tasting.
What do you need? It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes and clothing. If you need reading glasses, don´t forget them, you will need them during the tasting.
Reservation and price
CONTACT US:
- info@olearum.com
- 640214850/953720302
PRICE:
- Adults: € 25.
- Under 13 years old: € 15
- Children under 6: free.
- Extra guide (translation): € 50 (to add to the final price)
The minimum number of people to carry out the tour, considering all the reservatios, is 4 adults, or alternatively you can pay the minimum fee (€ 100)