Buenos dias (good morning) from Hacienda Minerva and the weather was superbly great. |
Collecting our Bromptons at the garage and setting out a leisure morning cruise at the highland. |
We were ready to ride on the path that we missed yesterday and eagerly wanting to check out the place with such a good weather. |
The green path of Subbetica where car & motorcycles are prohibited. |
It is known as the Subbética Greenway that runs for 58 km through the south of the province of Cordoba following the route of the old Olive Oil Train. |
Today this trail, between the river Guadajoz near the town of Luque and the village of Navas del Selpillar, that allows cyclists and walkers to enjoy the beautiful landscapes. |
Isn't it amazing and incredible with such a beautiful landscape of this Greenway. |
We only could do a tiny portion of the route, our folding bicycles are not suitable for this mountainous terrain and most of all we do not have the luxury of time in Zuheros. |
Hello, what is this mini bike doing in the mountain? Any way have fun and enjoy your ride. |
A truly good section of eco tourism for Spain which is getting popular globally and towards a healthier lifestyle. |
Hola! have an enjoyable ride and a wonderful day. |
It is in deed a good move to convert the disused railway lines into cycling and walking routes. |
I like the clean and cooling atmosphere, how nice if I could ride on and on as much as I can. |
A special way to travel in a country with extraordinary scenery, amazing valleys, mountains and bridges of more than a hundred years old. |
We like the new adventure and surprises, Zuheros is one of them and away from the bustling cities. |
Zuheros shall be one place we shall remember even though it was only for a short spell. |
A viaduct over a valley of Zuheros which leads to the village centre and part of the Greenway. |
Adios, we have to leave now and hope to come back if we can. |
8 folded Bromptons at the trailer while the 8 riders sitting comfortably in a hired MPV to Alcala la Real. |
The driver's name is Jose (in Hokkien we call him "Hosay") who is a fun guy even though we had a communication problem, thanks to Google Translate we managed to get some connection. |
Relax and we will be in Alcala la Real soon..... |
Goodbye Jose, thanks for the ride and wishing you good luck. |
All set and let's look for Casa Grande. |
The place we will be putting for a night in Alaca La Real at Casa Grande, Calle Martínez Montañés, GPS : 37.462137, -3.925625. With the owner from England Jade and her mum Linda. |
We then took a slow and relax hike to visit the Fortress of La Mota or the castle of Alcala la Real. |
It is located in magical surroundings at 1,033 metres above sea level, this walled enclave was the gateway, guardian and defender of the kingdoms of Castile. |
A set of watchtowers that can be seen throughout the municipality, highlights the importance of this space in the transition from the Middle Ages to the modern age. |
The majestic sight of the Fortress of La Mota provides travellers with a visual indication of the historic importance of this frontier city. |
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