Top choice in Andalucía
Los Albardinales is an award-winning organic olive-oil producer. At this, their roadside mill, you can see how the oil is pressed and sample it at their excellent farmhouse restaurant. Expect earthy regional cuisine, prepared with locally sourced ingredients and accompanied by fine organic wines. It's 2km east of Tabernas.
Before leaving, you can stock up on olive oil, as well as wine, soap, vinegar and other local products, at their small shop.
Parque Natural de Cabo de Gata-Níjar
24.82 MILES
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17.24 MILES
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11.03 MILES
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12.13 MILES
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6. Centro de Visitantes Los Yesares
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13.7 MILES
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8. Refugios de la Guerra Civil
17.06 MILES
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