Camping Valdeluna

You’ve enjoyed views of the Sierra Sur de Jaén from the campsite, and now it’s time to explore them on foot. There are waymarked trails in the Las Majadillas hiking area (10 minutes’ drive) and more demanding, steep terrain to navigate around El Barrancón (15 minutes). For awesome views over the craggy peaks, have an amble up to Peñón de Gil Lopez viewpoint (45 minutes’ walk). Fans of pedal power can cycle around Quiebrajano Reservoir, or admire the mountain views along the trails in Área Recreativa La Peñuela (both half an hour’s drive). For an urban day out in an historic setting, head for Jaén (40 minutes) to visit the remains of the 11th-century Moorish Baños Árabes, inspect the massive Renaissance cathedral and check out ancient statuary and frescoes in the Museo Provincial de Jaén. Wind up your visit with a tour of the ramparts of Castillo de Santa Catalina, from where you have views over the seemingly endless olive groves around the city.