Holiday rentals and apartments in Gaucín

The cultural and historical value that many Spanish towns and villages offer is indisputable, their corners have impressive architectural values with religious monuments that only remind tourists and locals of what Gaucín was like years ago. Gaucin is an ideal tourist spot for couples who want to learn more about Malaga, the best of all is that Spain-Holiday contains good holiday rentals and apartments that allow you to be close to tourist sites such as El Castillo del Aguila or traditional restaurants in the area.

One of the best alternatives you can consider when it comes to living your holidays in Gaucin is with the holiday rentals and apartments that Spain-Holiday offers you. When it comes to stunning homes these places are the best description of it. Large expanses of landscaped gardens with large, cool swimming pools accompanied by greenery and comfortable chairs with sun loungers, all with a large house with several rooms that have the best amenities ranging from: well equipped kitchens, comfortable bedrooms and spacious balconies overlooking nature.

A strategic enclave for centuries, Gaucín is a town from around 1500 in the Serranía de Ronda, with streets full of stairs or steeper slopes, white streets and vestiges of popular Moorish architecture, the result of a long Moorish invasion. The ruins of the Castillo del Águila (El Águila Castle) dominate the area. The castle has been demolished and rebuilt several times, the last time in the 18th century, the castle is equipped and armed, and part of it is reserved for barracks and another part for a gunpowder depot. Without doubt, these ruins are the main attraction for the tourist historian.

In addition to the popular architecture, the Arabs left their mark in three water cisterns and an underground escape route. There is a cannon museum in one of the fort's long buildings. Once in the town, you cannot miss the parish church of San Sebastián (16th century), with a Renaissance air; the Carmelite Monastery, the old Vera Cruz Chapel (1704) and current Casa de la Cultura de Gaucín, and the Fuente de Seis Caños (18th century) are some of the highlights of this heritage. If you want to immerse yourself in its traditions, the Ethnographic Museum of Gaucín is a must-see.

One of the great things about holiday rentals and apartments in Gaucin with Spain-Holiday is that it allows you to be just a few kilometers away from one of the most famous landmarks in Gaucín: the Castillo del Águila. What you will love most about this castle is the history that involves it, it was a Roman construction besieged and conquered by the Arabs, Christians and French. The most curious thing is that its name is due to the fact that raptor sightings are common.

Do you love hiking or exercising in the open air? Then the Pico El Hacho is your best option if you want to have a moment in direct contact with nature and beautiful views of this natural monument in Malaga. One of the qualities that are pointed out by tourists when they visit this tourist site is that it is well signposted with bars and stairs! Bring your favorite foods and have a picnic at the top.

One place you must visit if you are a wine lover is Cezar Viñedos y Bodega S.L. Here you will have a great day with a guided tour by the oenologist José Manuel. They give you a whole tour where you can taste the wines of the winery and eat rice. The wines are wonderful and the surroundings are simply amazing, not forgetting of course the friendliness of the staff.

If you are looking for more of what makes Gaucin unique, then you must go to Alimentacion Andrades here you will have a very traditional view of agriculture in Gaucin, you will have all the first consumption products at your hand in the most natural way, what better way to taste the Spanish flavor in this way! The treatment on site is spectacular, you won't fail to have a good time here.

Once you visit Gaucín, one thing you won't fail to appreciate are the wonderful chapels and beautiful religious structures. As you make your way up the path from the castle in the area, you will find this charming chapel of Santo Niño, this chapel is recommended if you are going for the first time, it beckons you to pause and reflect inside enjoying the views from the terrace and spectacular scenery.

If you are travelling as a family, a historical visit wouldn't go amiss, and the ideal place is Lanas del Rio, this setting of this old tet mill leaves a taste of curiosity when you finish the tour, on this visit you will see the place where the excellent quality garments are woven.

If you want to take some time out for freedom and fresh air, then we recommend visiting Sierra Walks, it has the ideal tracts of land for long walks and a bit of hiking whilst enjoying the views of Gaucin.