Holiday apartment in El Saucejo – church, hacienda and hiking route

El Saucejo combines prominent buildings, rural history and specific routes through the surrounding area. In the Iglesia Parroquial de San Marcos Evangelista, the church interior consists of three naves separated by large arches. These rest on Tuscan stone columns. The bell tower also has a distinctive appearance: it is made of exposed brick and crowned by an octagonal, tiled spire.

Culture

The Iglesia Parroquial de San Marcos Evangelista was rebuilt in the mid-18th century on the site of an earlier chapel or church dating from the late 16th century. The Hacienda de San Pedro offers a different insight into the development of the town. It dates from the 18th century and was built over older structures from the late 16th century. The complex comprises a residential building, a chapel, two mill towers and several agricultural buildings arranged around a courtyard. At the same time, the hacienda represents the origin of the present-day town of El Saucejo.

History

The Ayuntamiento of El Saucejo also preserves an earlier use of the site: the town hall stands on the grounds of former grain stores. These were built by the residents after the communal pósito was established in 1750. In Navarredonda, the Ermita de San José dates from the 18th century and is distinguished by its sculptural design. Outside the town lies the Fuente Cuatro Caños. It was built in the 19th century on the site of an older water source; the water emerges through a stone wall.

Landscape and routes

In the village of La Mezquitilla, the natural landscape and the Fuente del Moro shape the character of the area. Another specific landscape experience is offered by the Zona Recreativa Vado Yeso on the Corbones River: it provides the opportunity to spend a day outdoors by the river.

The Arroyo de los Lobos – Las Monjas route is 14 kilometres long and takes three hours. It has a medium difficulty level and is considered a linear out-and-back route that can be used year-round. The starting point is on the Camino Verde at the end of Calle Pilar Nuevo. From there, the route follows the GR-246 between Pruna and El Saucejo. At the Molino de las Monjas, parts of the former mill structure and the millstones used to grind grain are still preserved.

Local character

Craft and culinary traditions are also part of El Saucejo's character. Local artists create elaborate items from esparto grass and leather. Culinary specialities include chacinas and dishes made from regional produce. Bread is also still made in El Saucejo according to traditional methods.

Getting there

El Saucejo has no railway station. The nearest station is in Osuna. There is a bus connection from the Prado de San Sebastián station in Seville.

Other places: Los Corrales, Cazalla De La Sierra, Camas, Tomares, Torrepalma, Espartinas, Villaverde Del Río, Huévar Del Aljarafe.

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