Sierra Norte de Sevilla Natural Park

Sierra Norte Natural Park is a 177,484 hectare protected area with rolling hills covered in cork and holm oak forests within the Sierra Morena mountain range. The landscape consists mainly of these densely forested slopes that characterize the entire region.

Mining in this region traces back to Roman times, when silver was extracted from Almaden de la Plata and iron from Cerro del Hierro. These extractive activities shaped the settlement patterns and economic development of the area for many centuries.

The ten villages scattered through the park keep alive traditional ways of making regional foods like Iberian ham, goat cheese, and wine. These methods have passed down through families for generations and shape the character of daily life in these communities.

Multiple entry points provide access to the park, with visitor information centers located at El Robledo Botanical Garden and in towns such as Cazalla de la Sierra. Sturdy footwear is advisable since many routes pass through hilly, forested terrain.

The park contains 32 designated Spots of Geological Interest displaying rock formations from Precambrian and Paleozoic times. These locations also reveal extensive deposits of ancient medusa fossils, offering rare glimpses into prehistoric marine worlds.

Location: Seville Province

Inception: 1989

Part of: Natura 2000, Natura 2000 in Spain

GPS coordinates: 37.93139,-5.70472

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:06