Cazorla: the city's main treasures

What to See in Cazorla, Spain: A Guide to the Top Sights

Cazorla is an incredibly picturesque town in Spain, located in the autonomous community of Andalusia. This place offers a lot of interesting sights that are definitely worth seeing and visiting for every tourist.

The best place to start is Plaza de la Constitución (Constitution Square). It is not very big, there are no special sights in this square, except for the fountain (Fuente de la Tejera) unfortunately, but here we tourists have two options: to walk around the city by ourselves past each sight or to take a train that will take us there.

Tourist train in Cazorla

The tourist train starts from Constitution Square and goes in two directions. You can choose the route:

1. A bird's-eye view of Cazorla (Cazorla a Vista de Pájaro). The name of the route speaks for itself: panoramic views of the city and the pretty Ermita de la Virgen de la Cabeza (Ermita de la Virgen de la Cabeza chapel) also with magnificent views, which is impossible to get tired of! Duration: about 1 hour. The cost of the trip is 8 € adults, children (2-12 years old) 5 €.

2. Cazorla's historic centre. Here, too, there are two options:
А. Full circular route: Balcon de Zabaleta, Plaza Santa María, Fuente de las Cadenas, Ladera de San Isício + panoramic view of the city. Duration is approximately 30 minutes. Adults 5 €, children 4 €.
B. Itinerary with a visit to the church of Santa Maria and the entrance to Boveda del Rio Ceresuelo, lasting approximately 1 hour. The cost is 8 € for adults, children 6 €. But there's one disadvantage: departures are subject to a minimum of 15 places. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

Cazorla what to see

Old Town 

Walking through the old town of Cazorla, we tourists can experience the authentic architecture and local culture. Narrow winding streets, cosy squares and traditional Andalusian houses create an atmosphere of eternal festivity and harmony.

House of Bicycles

During the walk it is impossible not to notice the building with the bicycles (Casa de las Bicicletas) - it is such an unusual hotel with a unique facade design. 

Plaza de la Corredera (Corredera Square) 

The square is a gathering place for locals and also a very beautiful place. The most important buildings of the city are located in this square: the town hall and the church of San José (iglesia de San José), which is also worth a visit. For hungry tourists, there are cafes and restaurants where you can savour delicious Andalusian cuisine.
Let's move on..

Balcon de Zabaleta

One of the most impressive and popular places for photos in Cazorla is the Zabaleta balcony. No tourist leaves without taking a photo here. 
This balcony offers an amazing view of the ancient streets of the city and the majestic castle of La Edra.

The ruins of Santa Maria Church(Ruinas de la Iglesia de Santa María de Gracia)

The heart of charming Cazorla is the Church of Santa Maria, a unique landmark steeped in centuries of tradition and history.
And what makes it unique is that it is unfinished. This exceptional project belongs to the architect Waldenwihr. He tried to create a temple over the river, using the walls of the narrow valley as a support. However, a flood blocked the tunnel under the church, causing waterlogging and the destruction of some elements of the structure. Attempts to resume construction were thwarted during the French War of Independence, which finally stopped the work.

The church now remains unfinished, thus further attracting visitors who are strongly encouraged to explore the underground canal (Bóveda del Río Cerezuelo) that runs beneath its base. 
Tickets can be bought at the tourist office, which is located in the ruins of St Mary's Church. The cost for a guided tour of the ruins, climbing the tower and descending into the underground canal is purely symbolic - 2 euros. It is also a must for anyone visiting Cazorla for the first time.

Yedra Castle(Castillo de la Yedra)

The small castle of Edra, whose construction dates back to the 10th-11th centuries, is one of the main historical sights of Cazorla.It originally served as a defence outpost for the Moors until its conquest by the Christians.
Walking around the fortress you can see furniture, religious and decorative objects such as tapestries, arms and armour, which makes the visit particularly fascinating. Plus, on the way up and from the tower, there are magnificent views of the city.
The building adjacent to the fortress houses a compact ethnographic museum displaying artefacts of ancient life in the region. 
Entry to Castle Yedra is free, but you must sign up in advance for a visit.

La Iruela Castle (Castillo De La Iruela)

Another of Cazorla's main attractions is La Iruela Castle, which can be seen from almost any part of the city. This historic building stands on a rocky hill 2 kilometres from the town, offering you the chance to discover all the secrets that lie within its walls. To say nothing of the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. This place offers a great panorama!

La Iruela Castle in Cazorla is small, but it has a rich history and its architecture will impress even sophisticated travellers. However, at first it seems to have only a tower, but once inside, you can see the magnificent ruins of an amphitheatre and a church.

If you include La Iruela Castle in your travel plan, you won't regret it. There is a fee to enter, but it is inexpensive at 2 euros. During the winter months, the castle is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays. You need to keep this in mind if you are going to visit one of the most remarkable places in the province of Jaen.