Baena’s Trails & Landscapes
Discover Baena’s stunning natural spaces, immerse yourself in its beauty, and uncover its hidden treasures.
Vadomojón Reservoir
Opened in 1998 near Albendín, this reservoir is one of the most significant along the Guadalquivir River, holding 163 cubic hectometres of water and covering 782 hectares. It’s well-known for its rich fish population, making it a popular spot for fishing.
Vadomojón Reservoir offers a range of outdoor activities, including boating, water sports, and fishing, as well as local dining at the Nautical Club.
Several organisations, including the Albendín Nautical Club, Baena Town Council, and local fishing clubs Al-Naura and Albendín Bass-Club, work together to promote sustainable use of the reservoir by organising activities throughout the year.
The Campiña Lagoons
Baena’s natural landscape is home to a rich variety of wildlife. The Guadajoz River, known as Salsum in Roman times, flows through the Campiña region.
Several small endorheic lagoons can be found in its basin:
- La Quinta
- El Rincón del Muerto
- Cortijo Viejo
- Casasola
- La Roa
- El Butaguillo
These lagoons are vital for local biodiversity, providing a refuge for migratory and resident birds while helping to maintain the region’s water balance. Their conservation is essential for preserving the area’s natural beauty and ecological health.
Olive Oil Greenway
Enjoy nature as you follow the old railway route leading to Baena’s former train station. An 83-metre elevated walkway allows you to cross the N-432 road before reaching Luque Station, where the trail connects to the Subbética Greenway.
HOW TO GET THERE
By car
Access from the CP-114 at the first 100 metres of the Greenway.
Access from the N-432 at various points: km 1.7, 2.5, and 4.3.
From Baena
Access from Calle Juan Torrico Lomeña at the end of the Greenway.
By bus
Líneas de Córdoba a Luque y Baena.
Mozarabic Route of the Camino de Santiago
This historic pilgrimage route connects southern Spain to the Via de la Plata, leading to Santiago de Compostela. It was especially important during the Middle Ages, serving as a key route between the ports of Al-Andalus and major inland cities.
WHY IS IT CALLED MOZARABIC?
After the discovery of St. James’ tomb, Christians living under Muslim rule—known as Mozarabs—began making pilgrimages to Santiago Cathedral.
Pilgrim credentials are available at the Baena Tourist Information Office by ringing 691 984 880.
Gypsum Cave
Although the first mentions of Cueva del Yeso date back to the 2nd century AD, reliable records only appear in the 20th century. In 1945, Antonio Carbonell Trillo-Figueroa referred to the cave in his article “Speleology in Córdoba”, and the first recorded exploration took place in 1965. In 2009, Baena’s Town Council purchased the land to ensure its conservation.