Sierra de Andújar Natural Park, Protected natural area in Sierra Morena mountains, Spain.
Sierra de Andújar Natural Park is a large protected area in the Sierra Morena mountains featuring Mediterranean forests with diverse oak species and dense woodland. The landscape encompasses varied terrain including hills, valleys, and waterways spread across several municipalities.
This area received official protected status in 1989 to preserve ancient Mediterranean forest ecosystems. The designation established a vital conservation zone in northwestern Jaén province.
The Sanctuary of Virgen de la Cabeza sits on a hilltop within the park and holds deep meaning for local communities as a pilgrimage destination. Visitors can see how this sacred place shapes the spiritual life of the region.
The park can be accessed via the A4 road connecting Córdoba and Jaén, with an information center available for visitor guidance. Spring and fall are ideal times to explore, as summer heat can be intense throughout the region.
The park shelters one of the largest populations of Iberian lynx, a rare predator with spotted fur and distinctive tufted ears. This makes it a crucial refuge for one of Europe's most endangered cats.
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Basilica and Royal Shrine of Our Lady of Cabeza
12.3 km
Parque Natural de la Sierra de Cardeña y Montoro
23.8 km
Fábrica de uranio de Andújar
29.6 km
Peñalosa
24.3 km
Rumblar Reservoir
24.3 km
Puente Romano
28.7 km
Jándula Reservoir
9.3 km
Embalse del Encinarejo
14.2 km
Embalse del Yeguas
31.4 km
Ermita del Cristo del Llano
25.6 km
Town hall of Andújar
28.2 km
Peña Escrita
26.7 km
Bailén
29.9 km
Iglesia de Santa Marina
28.1 km
Salto del Jándula
8.7 km
Centro Histórico de Andújar
28 km
Convento de la Inmaculada Concepción
28.1 km
Ermita de Santa Potenciana
30.9 km
Volcán del Alhorín
27.2 km
Iglesia de San Miguel
28.2 km
Church of Santa María, Andújar
28.2 km
Muralla urbana
28.3 km
Cueva de la Batanera
27.1 km
Iglesia de San Mateo
25.9 km
Ayuntamiento
25.9 km
Paisaje de la Romería de Andújar
12.3 km
Ermita de la Virgen de la Encina
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