Güejar Guidebook
Güéjar Sierra Enamora
Güéjar Sierra is a village and municipality located in the province of Granada, Spain. According to the INE, it had a population of 2,988 at the start of 2010. The village is situated in the north-western part of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, at an altitude of 1,088 metres. The municipality borders with Pinos Genil, Dúdar, Quéntar, La and Monachil. Its boundary with Trevélez and Capileira runs along the highest ridge of the Sierra Nevada, and over Mulhacén, making these the three highest municipalities in peninsular Spain. The Genil and Maitena rivers rise in Güéjar, also known as Switzerland of Spain
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Güéjar Sierra
Güéjar Sierra is a village and municipality located in the province of Granada, Spain. According to the INE, it had a population of 2,988 at the start of 2010. The village is situated in the north-western part of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, at an altitude of 1,088 metres. The municipality borders with Pinos Genil, Dúdar, Quéntar, La and Monachil. Its boundary with Trevélez and Capileira runs along the highest ridge of the Sierra Nevada, and over Mulhacén, making these the three highest municipalities in peninsular Spain. The Genil and Maitena rivers rise in Güéjar, also known as Switzerland of Spain
Hiking
It is one of the most beautiful hikes in Sierra Nevada, with abundancy of waterfalls, vegetation and impressive views over the north faces of Mulhacén, Veleta and Alcazaba. You will come across a gigantic and very old chestnut tree called El Abuelo, as well as the ruins of the La Probadora and La Estrella mines. One way app 6 hours
Sendero Vereda De La Estrella
It is one of the most beautiful hikes in Sierra Nevada, with abundancy of waterfalls, vegetation and impressive views over the north faces of Mulhacén, Veleta and Alcazaba. You will come across a gigantic and very old chestnut tree called El Abuelo, as well as the ruins of the La Probadora and La Estrella mines. One way app 6 hours
The Castillejo route runs through one of the least known valleys in the province of Granada. At the top of the mountain, at an altitude of about 405 m you will find ruins of El Castillejo de los Guájares, a fortified town inhabited between the end of the 12th century and the beginning of the 14th century, which corresponds mainly to the Almohad period and the beginning of the Nasrid domination. The town was divided into two parts, on the sides of a street. It was fortified, surrounded by a wall and two square-shaped towers, access is through a door with a double bend. It was suddenly abandoned at the beginning of the 14th century without the causes of said abandonment being known. It was occupied again for some time in the 16th century, during the period of the Mudejar uprising.
El Castillejo
The Castillejo route runs through one of the least known valleys in the province of Granada. At the top of the mountain, at an altitude of about 405 m you will find ruins of El Castillejo de los Guájares, a fortified town inhabited between the end of the 12th century and the beginning of the 14th century, which corresponds mainly to the Almohad period and the beginning of the Nasrid domination. The town was divided into two parts, on the sides of a street. It was fortified, surrounded by a wall and two square-shaped towers, access is through a door with a double bend. It was suddenly abandoned at the beginning of the 14th century without the causes of said abandonment being known. It was occupied again for some time in the 16th century, during the period of the Mudejar uprising.
Los Lavaderos de la Reina is undoubtedly the quintessential route for hiking in Sierra Nevada. One of the most incredible and spectacular places in the entire National Park. The ascent to the sources of the Maitena River is a surprising encounter with the splendid geological and fluvial nature of the mountains of Nevada. The springs of the Lavaderos de la Reina originate the first steps of the river in a glacial cirque formed at the foot of the Picón de Jerez, the Puntal de los Cuartos and the Tajos Negros de Covatillas, a fantastic repertoire of three thousand in the eastern sector of Sierra Nevada.
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Lavaderos De La Reina
Los Lavaderos de la Reina is undoubtedly the quintessential route for hiking in Sierra Nevada. One of the most incredible and spectacular places in the entire National Park. The ascent to the sources of the Maitena River is a surprising encounter with the splendid geological and fluvial nature of the mountains of Nevada. The springs of the Lavaderos de la Reina originate the first steps of the river in a glacial cirque formed at the foot of the Picón de Jerez, the Puntal de los Cuartos and the Tajos Negros de Covatillas, a fantastic repertoire of three thousand in the eastern sector of Sierra Nevada.
Circular route that leaves from Güejar Sierra, follows the old Sierra Nevada tram path (next to the Genil River), and after a very pleasant walk through the ravine, you reach the junction with the Maitena River. In this section, a steep ascent begins until reaching a path and finally, it descends again to the Maitena River and, passing through the Molino del Coto, turns towards Güejar Sierra (including a stretch of road).
Molino del Coto (Ruinas)
Circular route that leaves from Güejar Sierra, follows the old Sierra Nevada tram path (next to the Genil River), and after a very pleasant walk through the ravine, you reach the junction with the Maitena River. In this section, a steep ascent begins until reaching a path and finally, it descends again to the Maitena River and, passing through the Molino del Coto, turns towards Güejar Sierra (including a stretch of road).
The area of Los Cahorros is a mid-mountain area of limestone materials, younger than the siliceous ones of the high peaks, leaving room for more abrupt but highly erodible formations. The 'V' valley of the Monachil River, due to its scarcity of soil, human action and altitude, gives rise to a vegetation of shrubs that coexists with riverbank plants, such as osiers, poplars & reeds. The flora in turn determines the fauna, rich in insectivorous and granivorous birds, amphibians and mammals such as wild boar and populations of mountain goats.
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Los Cahorros
Los CahorrosThe area of Los Cahorros is a mid-mountain area of limestone materials, younger than the siliceous ones of the high peaks, leaving room for more abrupt but highly erodible formations. The 'V' valley of the Monachil River, due to its scarcity of soil, human action and altitude, gives rise to a vegetation of shrubs that coexists with riverbank plants, such as osiers, poplars & reeds. The flora in turn determines the fauna, rich in insectivorous and granivorous birds, amphibians and mammals such as wild boar and populations of mountain goats.
Skiing and Winter Sports
Skiing and Winter Sports
Sierra Nevada provides one of the widest and most attractive ski slopes in southern Europe. The winter season has 110.4 ski km spread across 131 pistes with the largest ski slope in Spain (1,200m)
• Rental of downhill skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing equipment
• Ski and snowboard classes with qualified teachers
• Ski lessons adapted for people with reduced mobility and visually and mentally disabled with qualified teachers
• Routes with snowshoeing with qualified personnel
• Winter ascents with crampons and ice axes
• Excursions with mountain skiing
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Sierra Nevada
Skiing and Winter Sports
Sierra Nevada provides one of the widest and most attractive ski slopes in southern Europe. The winter season has 110.4 ski km spread across 131 pistes with the largest ski slope in Spain (1,200m)
• Rental of downhill skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing equipment
• Ski and snowboard classes with qualified teachers
• Ski lessons adapted for people with reduced mobility and visually and mentally disabled with qualified teachers
• Routes with snowshoeing with qualified personnel
• Winter ascents with crampons and ice axes
• Excursions with mountain skiing
Eating & Drinking
LA HACILLA: Restaurant with local cuisine and seasonal dishes. An extensive menu of typical dishes from the area and wide vegetarian options. The signature dish is spicy hot goat cheese with tomato jam and carmelised onions, we also have the specialties of gizzards, pigs trotters and oxtail among others. The restaurant's menu changes every year as they create new dishes and new flavours. There is only one thing that is always repeated, the taste of mountain tradition, something worth trying. 20-30 € pp
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Güéjar Sierra
LA HACILLA: Restaurant with local cuisine and seasonal dishes. An extensive menu of typical dishes from the area and wide vegetarian options. The signature dish is spicy hot goat cheese with tomato jam and carmelised onions, we also have the specialties of gizzards, pigs trotters and oxtail among others. The restaurant's menu changes every year as they create new dishes and new flavours. There is only one thing that is always repeated, the taste of mountain tradition, something worth trying. 20-30 € pp
Fantastic menus for all types of celebrations and budget. Overlooking the Genil Valley, a 10 minute walk from the River Genil. Beautiful panoramic views of the village and the mountains. Family area & two magnificent dining rooms. The restaurant has two terraces, one outside by the road with views to the entrance to the village, and a roof terrace with magnificent panoramic views of the whole village and the Valley of the River Genil. 20-30 € pp
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Restaurante Las Olivillas
7 P.º MirasierraFantastic menus for all types of celebrations and budget. Overlooking the Genil Valley, a 10 minute walk from the River Genil. Beautiful panoramic views of the village and the mountains. Family area & two magnificent dining rooms. The restaurant has two terraces, one outside by the road with views to the entrance to the village, and a roof terrace with magnificent panoramic views of the whole village and the Valley of the River Genil. 20-30 € pp
EL MESÓN: Restaurant with homemade, traditional cuisine and rustic atmosphere. Capacity for 40 people. Specialities include but are not limited to Chotillo with garlic, loin with garlic and homemade croquettes. Service in English and Spanish. Perfect for tapas and summer gatherings, plenty of tables outside on the plaza in the heart of the village. Perfect place for the morning coffee in the rising sun and the village waking up to a daily bustle and hustle, 10-15 € pp
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Güéjar Sierra
EL MESÓN: Restaurant with homemade, traditional cuisine and rustic atmosphere. Capacity for 40 people. Specialities include but are not limited to Chotillo with garlic, loin with garlic and homemade croquettes. Service in English and Spanish. Perfect for tapas and summer gatherings, plenty of tables outside on the plaza in the heart of the village. Perfect place for the morning coffee in the rising sun and the village waking up to a daily bustle and hustle, 10-15 € pp
Bar ENCAPACO: Family restaurant, specializing in sandwiches, hamburgers and local tapas. Rustic vibe and decoration, with capacity for 25 diners. Special menus for vegetarians. Open all year every day till 01.00 am. Special Programs for the Festival of the cherry, cultural week and asadura matancera. Great atmosphere, excellent service and good ambient music, 10-15 € pp
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Güéjar Sierra
Bar ENCAPACO: Family restaurant, specializing in sandwiches, hamburgers and local tapas. Rustic vibe and decoration, with capacity for 25 diners. Special menus for vegetarians. Open all year every day till 01.00 am. Special Programs for the Festival of the cherry, cultural week and asadura matancera. Great atmosphere, excellent service and good ambient music, 10-15 € pp
A quiet place with good music and a good atmosphere perfect for some tapas, to dine by candlelight; or to take a few wines or drinks accompanied by a good conversation. It has a terrace all year and a living room with fireplace for the cold months, 20-30 € pp
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Güéjar Sierra
A quiet place with good music and a good atmosphere perfect for some tapas, to dine by candlelight; or to take a few wines or drinks accompanied by a good conversation. It has a terrace all year and a living room with fireplace for the cold months, 20-30 € pp
MAITENA: Excellent restaurant in the old Maitena station, dining room with a viewpoint next to a pool that allows bathing in the cold waters of the river Genil, great local food, with grilled meats and an excellent menu, 20-30 € pp
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Güéjar Sierra
MAITENA: Excellent restaurant in the old Maitena station, dining room with a viewpoint next to a pool that allows bathing in the cold waters of the river Genil, great local food, with grilled meats and an excellent menu, 20-30 € pp
Restaurant located in the same area of the Genil. Family friendly and for groups, with 3 large terraces that have great capacity and children area. Rustic decoration and ambience, with a fireplace and very cozy. Specialities: Grilled meats, Arabic/Andalusian cuisine. The signature dishes are: Lamb with honey, Tajin, and Pastel de Pichón, 20-30 € pp
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Restaurante la Hacilla
6 Av. Duque San PedroRestaurant located in the same area of the Genil. Family friendly and for groups, with 3 large terraces that have great capacity and children area. Rustic decoration and ambience, with a fireplace and very cozy. Specialities: Grilled meats, Arabic/Andalusian cuisine. The signature dishes are: Lamb with honey, Tajin, and Pastel de Pichón, 20-30 € pp
Sightseeing
The Alhambra (lit. 'The Red One') is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture and one of the best-preserved palaces of the historic Islamic world, in addition to containing notable examples of Spanish Renaissance architecture. You can get to Granada by the bus 390 which takes you to the city centre. Advisable to book in advance, more information on the Alhambra website
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Alhambra
The Alhambra (lit. 'The Red One') is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture and one of the best-preserved palaces of the historic Islamic world, in addition to containing notable examples of Spanish Renaissance architecture. You can get to Granada by the bus 390 which takes you to the city centre. Advisable to book in advance, more information on the Alhambra website
Sightseeing
The city, sprawled at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, was the last stronghold of the Spanish Moors and their legacy lies all around: it’s in the horseshoe arches, the spicy aromas emanating from street stalls, the teterías (teahouses) of the Albayzín, the historic Arab quarter. Most spectacularly, of course, it’s in the Alhambra, an astonishing palace complex whose Islamic decor and landscaped gardens are without peer in Europe.
There’s also an energy to Granada’s streets, packed as they are with bars, student dives, bohemian cafes and intimate flamenco clubs, and it’s this as much as the more traditional sights that leaves a lasting impression.
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Granada
The city, sprawled at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, was the last stronghold of the Spanish Moors and their legacy lies all around: it’s in the horseshoe arches, the spicy aromas emanating from street stalls, the teterías (teahouses) of the Albayzín, the historic Arab quarter. Most spectacularly, of course, it’s in the Alhambra, an astonishing palace complex whose Islamic decor and landscaped gardens are without peer in Europe.
There’s also an energy to Granada’s streets, packed as they are with bars, student dives, bohemian cafes and intimate flamenco clubs, and it’s this as much as the more traditional sights that leaves a lasting impression.
Activities
EL ARRIERO: Donkey Mountain Walks & Ride: Exclusive carrying service of mountain materials along the Sierra Nevada. Walk without carrying weight on your back and enjoy nature with the help of our donkeys. El Arriero is a small company of mountain lovers made up of 3 donkeys: Sierrita, Charcón and Nevero, a mule: Genil, and a muleteer: Jesus.
More information available on their website
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Güéjar Sierra
EL ARRIERO: Donkey Mountain Walks & Ride: Exclusive carrying service of mountain materials along the Sierra Nevada. Walk without carrying weight on your back and enjoy nature with the help of our donkeys. El Arriero is a small company of mountain lovers made up of 3 donkeys: Sierrita, Charcón and Nevero, a mule: Genil, and a muleteer: Jesus.
More information available on their website
LAS ENCILLAS: Located in the heart of the Sierra Nevada, you will have the opportunity to discover the highest peaks of the Peninsula on horseback, the experience will be such that you will feel that your breath is taken away by the splendid views
More info on Guejar Sierra turismo website
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Güéjar Sierra
LAS ENCILLAS: Located in the heart of the Sierra Nevada, you will have the opportunity to discover the highest peaks of the Peninsula on horseback, the experience will be such that you will feel that your breath is taken away by the splendid views
More info on Guejar Sierra turismo website
MOUNTAIN BILKING: The privileged location of the town of Güéjar Sierra, at the entrance to the Sierra Nevada National Park, offers mountain biking lovers endless unique environments, from chestnut tree forests, river valleys such as the emblematic Genil River, or bare reliefs configured by the action of the last existing glaciers in the Sierra Nevada. In recent years, Güéjar Sierra has also been the venue for the Ride Sierra Nevada Enduro MTB, an enduro race organized by Ride Sierra Nevada, with great success in terms of participation and part of whose routes can be found among the routes of this BTT Center. The center has 10 routes and more than 180 km of all levels of difficulty, from family routes to the most demanding enduro routes. They accumulate a positive slope of ascent of 8,400 meters, reaching its maximum level at 2,450 meters of altitude.
More info on Guejar Sierra turismo website
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Güéjar Sierra
MOUNTAIN BILKING: The privileged location of the town of Güéjar Sierra, at the entrance to the Sierra Nevada National Park, offers mountain biking lovers endless unique environments, from chestnut tree forests, river valleys such as the emblematic Genil River, or bare reliefs configured by the action of the last existing glaciers in the Sierra Nevada. In recent years, Güéjar Sierra has also been the venue for the Ride Sierra Nevada Enduro MTB, an enduro race organized by Ride Sierra Nevada, with great success in terms of participation and part of whose routes can be found among the routes of this BTT Center. The center has 10 routes and more than 180 km of all levels of difficulty, from family routes to the most demanding enduro routes. They accumulate a positive slope of ascent of 8,400 meters, reaching its maximum level at 2,450 meters of altitude.
More info on Guejar Sierra turismo website
PARACHUTING: Deslizando Sierra Nevada an excellent skiing, snowboarding, paragliding and tandem paragliding school. They also teach kitesurfing.
Personalised classes, courses in groups for all skiing and snowboarding levels, gliding flight courses, tandem paragliding, paragliding guides, kitesurfing lessons. The activities take place in Sierra Nevada mountains, in the valley of Cenes de la Vega and on the beaches of the Costa Tropical.
More info available on andalusia org website
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Güéjar Sierra
PARACHUTING: Deslizando Sierra Nevada an excellent skiing, snowboarding, paragliding and tandem paragliding school. They also teach kitesurfing.
Personalised classes, courses in groups for all skiing and snowboarding levels, gliding flight courses, tandem paragliding, paragliding guides, kitesurfing lessons. The activities take place in Sierra Nevada mountains, in the valley of Cenes de la Vega and on the beaches of the Costa Tropical.
More info available on andalusia org website
ROAD CYCLING: If you love cycling you'll love taking to the roads around Guejar Sierra. Quiet, well maintained roads and an ideal climate make it a perfect place to enjoy the challenging terrain. It's no surprise so many pro teams choose Sierra Nevada as a training base.
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Güéjar Sierra
ROAD CYCLING: If you love cycling you'll love taking to the roads around Guejar Sierra. Quiet, well maintained roads and an ideal climate make it a perfect place to enjoy the challenging terrain. It's no surprise so many pro teams choose Sierra Nevada as a training base.