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CONTROL DE LA CABRERA-SANTUARIO VIRGEN DE LA CABEZA - Ventana del Visitante
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The itinerary described includes a section of the GR48 stage that can only be done on foot, bicycle or on horseback and runs along the traditional path from Marmolejo to the Sanctuary, coinciding with the Cordel de Marmolejo and other cattle trails. It is a long journey but one that allows you to discover solitary places of enormous beauty.
We begin the tour at the access area to Monte Lugar Nuevo, the "Control de la Cabrera", we descend along a track that first crosses a lush forest of cork oaks and holm oaks and later a wooded area from where the Jándula River and the Sanctuary can be seen.
We continue descending along the track until we reach a granite gate with a steel cable, known as the "Cable del Espinarejo", which we cross to continue along the same track for 150 metres to then take a narrower path that leads off on the right. We ascend through this through the pine forest until we reach the pedestrian gate of the Majadillas, where we will leave the Monte de Lugar Nuevo.
After ascending a few more metres, we will connect with a forest track that passes through the Navalasno and La Navarra reserves foir about 4.7 km. In this section we will see the typical landscape of the granite region of the natural park, in which forests of holm oaks and junipers, meadows and rocky outcrops alternate.
After reaching the ruins of the Cortijo de Navalasno Viejo, we will soon re-enter Monte Lugar Nuevo through the pedestrian gate of Fuencubierta.
Here we begin a descent along a path between oaks and granite rock that will take us to the Arroyo de los Santos, a beautiful seasonal riverbed flanked by large ash trees. Later we will ascend a path through an open pine forest until we reach another pedestrian gate and granite track that leads to a forest track that we will take to the left and continue for 1.4 km until we reach the Cofradía de Marmolejo within the Poblado del Santuario.
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From the town of Marmolejo (Jaén), we take the A-420 road towards Cardeña (Cordoba), which leads to the Marmolejo Spa, next to the Guadalquivir river. Here, as soon as we pass the Roman bridge, we find a crossroads, take the local road JV-5.001 to the right, continue for approximately 12 km (after crossing the La Centenera path), take the turn-off on the left to access the so-called "Control de la Cabrera" giving access to the public mountain.
GOOD PRACTICES
Do not disturb or feed the animals. You would negatively alter their behavior.
Check the weather forecast before starting your activity.
Bring water, sun protection, suitable clothing and footwear.
Bring a mobile phone with enough battery in case of emergency (112), but remember that there is not always coverage.
For your safety and that of the environment, do not go off the signposted trail or take shortcuts.
Extreme caution in adverse conditions and in the occasional presence of animals or motor vehicles.
Follow the recommendations and comply with the regulations at all times
Respect the facilities put at your disposal. We all pay for its maintenance.
Help prevent fires. Do not throw cigarettes or any other object that produces combustion.
Trash doesn't come back alone. Take it with you to the nearest container. Reduce, reuse, recycle.
Avoid going out alone. If you do, communicate the route and time of return to other people.
Noise is another form of pollution. In silence you will enjoy your experience more.
Live respectfully with the locals and other users. Respect private property.
Facilitate use for people with special needs.
By consuming local products and counting on local companies, you will contribute to rural development.
Practice responsible tourism and committed to the environment. Be a true ecotourist!
Never leave your pet in the wild. It would endanger the flora and fauna of the place.
Get around in a sustainable way: public transport, bicycle, on foot, electric or shared vehicle ... Park in the designated places
Do not leave a trace of your passage through nature. The best memory you can take with you is your own photograph.
Your safety is our concern, but it is your responsibility.
The conservation of natural spaces is also in your hands. Thank you for your collaboration!
Find out in advance about the possible existence of hunting activity and remember that all public use facilities are declared safety zones.
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Wednesday, 17 July 2024
38°C- WIND SPEED 0km/h
- PERCENT OF HUMIDITY 25%
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Thursday
40° max.20° min.
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- PERCENT OF HUMIDITY 55%
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Friday
42° max.21° min.- WIND SPEED 0km/h
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Saturday
44° max.23° min.
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- PERCENT OF HUMIDITY 55%
- CHANCE OF RAIN 0%