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What to see in Almodóvar del Río

Andalusia's most spectacular castle, best preserved from the Reconquista, dominates the Guadalquivir from its hilltop. A Game of Thrones filming location, its silhouette is one of southern Spain's most recognisable.

3 Sports Activities1 Nature1 Historical Heritage

🏛️ Historical Heritage

🏰 Almodóvar del Río Castle

An impressive Arab-origin fortress on a hill by the Guadalquivir, faithfully rebuilt in the early 20th century. It is the best preserved castle in Andalusia.

Castle

🌿 Nature

💧 La Breña II Reservoir

In Almodóvar del Río, it stands out for its colossal concrete dam, one of the largest in Spain, and as a major centre for water sports and recreation.

River, lake or reservoir

🏄 Sports Activities

🥾 Campiña Greenway

The old Olive Oil Train between Córdoba and Marchena, ninety kilometres of flat route through countryside of farmsteads, sunflowers and wheat fields.

Hiking trail Easy

🚴 Campiña Greenway by Bike

Ninety flat kilometres between Córdoba and Marchena. Wide tyres advisable: some sections have uneven surface and overgrown vegetation on the Seville side.

Cycling route Easy

🚣 Canoeing at La Breña II

A reservoir in Almodóvar del Río with one of Spain's largest concrete dams, today a watersports and rowing centre half an hour from Córdoba.

Watersports Easy

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