This stud farm is dedicated to improving the fine Cartujano stock. Guided visits are followed by a spectacular show consisting of free-running colts, demonstrations by a string of mares, and dressage. Book ahead. To get here, take the signposted turn-off from the A2002 5km south of central Jerez; then it's 6.5km southeast.
Yeguada de la Cartuja – Hierro del Bocado
Jerez de la Frontera
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