Quejigo del Amo, Natural monument oak tree in Valdepeñas de Jaén, Spain
Quejigo del Amo is an ancient oak with a trunk circumference of about 12 meters and a height of about 9 meters, growing in the Sierra Sur at 1,800 meters elevation. The tree stands in a mountainous setting marked by forest and natural vegetation.
The tree takes its name from the original landowner who protected it from pruning and ensured its preservation. It was officially designated as a Natural Monument in 2001.
The tree's alternate name reflects the region's past practice of making charcoal from oak wood. Visitors can feel this connection to local forestry traditions while discovering the specimen in the mountain landscape.
Two hiking trails lead to this tree: a longer route of about 12 kilometers from Valdepeñas de Jaén and a shorter one of about 5 kilometers starting at Puerto Pitillos. Visitors should bring sturdy footwear and plenty of water, as the trails pass through mountainous terrain.
This specimen of Quercus faginea is estimated to be between 500 and 1,000 years old, making it one of the oldest documented oaks in Andalusia. Its great age makes it a rare witness to the region's forest history.
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