Mountain Biking
Another area full of potential! Would you like to be the one to discover a virtually unexploited area where MB is still a virgin sport? As with all sports there are different levels of abilities and...
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A new initiative to promote the Sierra de Aracena as an ideal area to practice this sport has really taken off. We have attended a couple of courses to learn a little more about the sport and are in...
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Area
Sierra de Aracena and Picos de Aroche Natural Park The 187,000 hectares was designated a natural park in 1986. It is the 2nd largest park in Andalucia and is by far the most varied thanks to the mixed...
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Independent Walking Holiday
Independent walking holiday Start any day. 3 nights minimum stay Prices from: 115€ per person; based on 3 nights 2 people sharing with ensuite facilities at La Posada de Alájar and from 155€ per...
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Mid Season Independent Walking Breaks
Mid Season Independent Walking Breaks Available Sunday through to Thursday inclusive. From Nov 4 2012 – March 15 2013 and Nov 4 2013 – March 1 2014 3 nights minimum stay. Prices from 90€ per person;...
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Itinerant Walking Package
Itinerant Walking Package Through our contact with other hotels and restaurants in the area we can also offer you a couple of different walking packages that takes you hassle free around the park,...
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Gastronomic Walking Tour
Our Gastronomic Walking Tour revolves around our environmentally friendly ethos and the Iberian pig. You will start your stay at La Posada de San Marcos for 2 nights where you can enjoy the tranquil...
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Heritage and Culture
Heritage and Culture The whole area has managed to maintain the traditions and idiosyncrasies of by gone days due to the relatively recent improvements in the communication and access to the area from...
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Food
For over 7 years we have been hiding our light under a bushel! Concentrating hard on getting the hospitality side of the business right, we have been hiding a secret. Lucy is a trained chef and has...
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Breakfast
We know that we have got our breakfasts right – our guests have told us so. Simplicity is of the essence along with good quality ingredients. Lucy has really cracked her mother in law’s recipe for the...
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Alájar
Alájar is a typical picturesque village of the Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche with the impressive rocky outcrop towering above it, La Peña de Arias Montano which gives […]
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Iberian Ham School (Continuation)
We are continuing to share the Iberian Ham School with our guests adapting the experience to time and budget constraits! The wonders of the Jamón Ibérico Puro de Bellota (Acorn fed […]
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Iberian Ham School at La Posada de San Marcos
Your hosts Lucy and Ángel are passionate about the area and its food, wine and olive oils. During your stay you will develop a deep insight into the fascinating history […]
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Another area full of potential! Would you like to be the one to discover a virtually unexploited area where MB is still a virgin sport? As with all sports there are different levels of abilities and...
View ArticleNew Year Special Break
Fully Booked for 2013. Bookings being taken for 2014 Arrival: Lastest day of arrival 31.12.13 Length of stay: Minimum 4 nights What’s Included: Bed and Breakfast and 2 dinners (including celebratory...
View ArticleTrip Advisors GreenLeaders Programme – Platinum Level for Posada San Marcos
Our 3rd accolade from Trip Advisor in 2014 - We are one of the first hotels in Spain to be awarded the highest accolade in Trip Advisors GreenLeaders programme
View ArticleMountain Biking
Another area full of potential! Would you like to be the one to discover a virtually unexploited area where MB is still a virgin sport? As with all sports there are different levels of abilities and...
View ArticleBirdwatching
Birdwatching in the Aracena is a pleasure with the close proximity to the declared Biosphere Reserve “Dehesa de Sierra Morena” since 2002 and part of the Red Natura 2000 network the park was first...
View ArticleWild Flower explosion
Due to a high rainfall over the winter, warm springs and summers and a distinct lack of pesticides and pollution the profusion of wild flowers is breathtaking. Orchards, peonies, lavenders, wild pea,...
View ArticleMushrooms Galore
Observe, study and collect the wide range of wild mushrooms and fungi that flourish in the sierra in Spring and Autumn. There are over five hundred types many being edible however many are also toxic...
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