The best MTB trails around Uleila Del Campo

The La Fuente recreational area is located in Senés, in the heart of the Filabres mountain range, and is an ideal spot to relax after exploring this mountainous environment. The fountain, built of marble, has pipes that supply an old drinking trough and a traditional wash house that still stands next to the ruins of a mill. The water flows not only from the spring but also from the walls of the ravine, creating a cool and pleasant atmosphere. It's a perfect place to take a break, refill your water, and enjoy the picnic area surrounded by nature.

The sanctuary of the Virgin of Cabeza de Monteagud, in Benizalón, stands at the top of Monteagud Hill and is one of the most iconic sites in the area. The hermitage, built on the site of an old Muslim ribat, houses the venerated image of the Virgin, a center of devotion for residents and pilgrims from throughout the region. Every year it hosts a mass pilgrimage that fills the area with a festive and religious atmosphere. For hikers, the climb offers excellent panoramic views, so it's a good idea to wear comfortable shoes and water.

Tahal Castle, nestled in the Sierra de los Filabres, was built in the 15th and 16th centuries to control the routes between the Almanzora Valley and Tabernas. Although it remains in a state of consolidated ruin today, its large rectangular keep, with its elevated entrance and masonry walls, is still impressive. Next to it, you can see the remains of a circular tower, the walled enclosure, and a cistern that provided water in the event of a siege. Freely accessible, it is an interesting place to combine history and hiking in this part of Almería.

Uleila del Campo is a small town located on the southern slopes of the Sierra de los Filabres, at the foot of Monteagud Hill. Its surroundings combine hills, gullies, and unusual sites such as "El Salar," a salt flat with a unique ecosystem. Its heritage includes the Neo-Romanesque Church of Santa María and the Cueva de la Mora archaeological site, home to Neolithic remains and cave paintings. The town keeps its traditions alive with festivals such as the Santo Cristo de las Penas festival in September, ideal for discovering local life and culture after a hike through the mountains.

Village situated in the foothills of the Filabres, descending to the depression of Sorbas and near the Campo de Tabernas. Situated on a small elevation, it forms a well-structured round group of buildings in a not unattractive landscape where fields of vineyards, almond and olive trees predominate. The church of St. Mary characterizes the village.

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In 1227, Pastor Juan de Ribas, originally from Colomera (Granada), witnessed the apparition of the Virgin on a hill in the Sierra Morena. He asked her to build a temple in her honor, and a few years later, the devotion led to the construction of a building that still stands today.

A small village with many olive farmers and a Züger cheese factory, in the local supermarket you can buy the delicacies of the region