Olocau del Rey: Mountains, Culture and Historical Heritage

Olocau del Rey is surrounded by mountains higher than 1,200 metres and is included in the Camino del Cid cultural route.

Culture

The Ayuntamiento de Olocau del Rey is a listed building constructed in the 16th century in the Gothic-Aragonese architectural style. The Castillo de Olcaf stands on a hilltop at an altitude of almost 1,200 metres. Its ruins are protected as a Bien de Interés Cultural and can be visited.

The Gothic oven of Olocau del Rey is considered the oldest in the Valencian Community. The Ermita de Nuestra Señora de la Naranja dates from the 13th century, stands on a hilltop and offers expansive views. The medieval depiction of the Virgen de la Naranja in Olocau del Rey was restored by the Instituto Valenciano de Conservación y Restauración de Bienes Culturales.

The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Pópulo houses a Romanesque carving of the Virgen de la Naranja. The Lonja de la lana is one of Olocau del Rey’s valuable historic buildings. The Ermita de San Blas is also one of the recommended sights to visit in Olocau del Rey.

The Cárcel de Olocau del Rey dates from the 16th century and provides insights into the medieval imprisonment and torture of prisoners. The Horno de Olocau del Rey houses a museographic exhibition. The Fuente antigua dates from the 15th century, as does the Casa-Palacio del Marqués de la Figuera.

Visits to Olocau del Rey’s extensive architectural heritage are offered, including audiovisual presentations. The pilgrimage to the Virgen María de la Naranja takes place on the second Sunday in May.

Nature and Trails

The Anillo de Morella road cycling route is approximately 104 kilometres long, is recommended over two days and has a medium level of difficulty. The Olocau del Rey–la Todolella stage is 11.2 kilometres long and is designated as natural and architectural heritage. From the vehicle parking area, a footpath leads up to the hilltop in approximately 15 minutes.

The two route formats differ in length, time frame and activity; this information helps you assess the desired pace in advance.

Cuisine

Typical dishes from Olocau del Rey include grilled meat dishes and rabbit with snails. Black truffles are among the culinary products associated with Olocau del Rey.

Accommodation

For a holiday apartment in Olocau del Rey, you can compare travel dates, room category and cancellation conditions on the respective offer pages. These three details help you assess different booking options by travel period and preferred type of accommodation before making a decision.

Other Town Pages

Other destinations that you can access from this town overview are Palanques, Herbeset, Villarreal, Sant Joan de Moró, Figueroles, Morella, Zorita Del Maestrazgo and Santa Magdalena De Pulpis.

To the higher-level travel overview: Castellon.