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El Valle is a municipality in the province of Granada, comprising the towns of Melegís, Restábal and Saleres, since 1972. The Town Hall is currently in Restábal where most of the services are located.
The geographical location of the municipality makes it halfway to the main tourist attractions of the province, as it is forty minutes from the Alhambra, Sierra Nevada and the Costa Tropical.
The remains of watchtowers, the agricultural system of irrigation channels and terraces as well as its urban structure of narrow streets, courtyards and dead-end streets, make us see that this is a municipality of Muslim tradition.
It has a special microclimate, being located in the lowest area of the Lecrín Valley. This factor, together with the abundance of water makes the lands very fertile. They are towns mainly dedicated to agriculture, predominating the horticultural products along with orange and lemon trees and a great diversity of fruit trees.
The popular Irish Hispanist Ian Gibson has lived in this municipality since 1991.
The town of Restábal is located next to the confluence of the rivers Saleres and Dúrcal, at the foot of the hill of the Canjorros, at 538 m. of altitude. It has 718 inhabitants mainly dedicated to agricultural tasks: olive, almond and sour crops. It is 10 km away from Dúrcal and 35 km from Granada.
Among the most characteristic landscapes in which we can enjoy ourselves, we highlight the beautiful view of the town centre from the bridge over the Torrente River. The Alas ravine that runs to the east of the town with cavernous areas excavated by the waters in the limestone. The hill of the Canjorros from its top we can contemplate a panoramic view of the Valley and the one that is accessed by the one of the Barranco de las Arenas. The banks of the Béznar reservoir - the area of the Cortijo de Budas - which can be reached from the village after a 10-minute walk between terraces of orange and olive trees.
Another of the tourist attractions of the municipality is the gastronomy, which includes a great repertoire of typical dishes such as orange soaking, stew of thistle and fennel, migas and homemade sweets.
Among the most typical dishes in the town of Restábal are: puchero de hinojos, remojón de naranjas, arroz con leche and Pestiños.
→ Santa Ana's festivity (July 26th and 27th). These are the festivities in honour of the patron saint of the village, which include religious celebrations, fireworks, popular meals and a musical festival.
→ The festival of San Cristóbal (25, 26 and 27 December). Processions, verbena, cucañas and fireworks.
→ El Valle Flamenco Festival coincides with the Festivity of Santa Ana (26 July). The Festival has been held since 2008 and brings together important flamenco singers and dancers. Entrance is free and there are usually many people, especially foreign tourists and locals.
→ The San Juan pilgrimage (24 June).
→ Virgen del Cerro pilgrimage (one Sunday in May). This is a festival in honour of the Virgen de Fátima, whose image is found in the Ermita del Cerro. In addition to religious celebrations, there are other recreational events such as a float contest or paella tasting. Neighbors and visitors camp on the hill to enjoy the day.
These beautiful towns allow both locals and foreigners to carry out outdoor activities, and thus enjoy their landscapes.
Among the leisure and sports activities in the town of El Valle, we highlight:
Games of brisca, julep and paulo in the bars of the towns
Thrush, partridge, rabbit, wild boar and mountain goat hunting
Fishing for barbel and carp.
Sports activities such as football, tennis and basketball
| Salida | Llegada | Ruta | Duración | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 10:15 | Granada - Restábal | 01h 15m | ||
| 14:00 | 15:05 | Granada - Restábal | 01h 05m | ||
| 17:30 | 18:40 | Granada - Restábal | 01h 10m | ||
| 18:30 | 19:45 | Granada - Restábal | 01h 15m |
| Salida | Llegada | Ruta | Duración | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:10 | 08:30 | Restábal - Granada | 01h 20m | ||
| 10:45 | 12:00 | Restábal - Granada | 01h 15m | ||
| 15:40 | 16:45 | Restábal - Granada | 01h 05m | ||
| 15:45 | 17:00 | Restábal - Granada | 01h 15m |
12
November
2021
I feel sure you would like to discover another Lecrín Valley monument when you visit Restábal. This one is particularly interesting, there aren’t many villages that can boast about their old fish market – La Lonja in Spanish!
25
March
2021
Welcome to Restábal. Arriving after a long journey and you’re thinking about relaxing. Can’t wait to get to Casa Tagomago. A short walk takes you from your car down through the pretty, narrow streets to the Barrio Bajo or Lower Neighbourhood.
24
April
2019
Restábal, our "adopted" village There are many reasons why we chose Restábal for our country house. Its location is almost unbeatable, close to everything and far from everything else! The village clings to the foot of the Canjorros hill, next to the confluence of the Saleres and Dúrcal rivers.
07
March
2019
The family restaurant "La Marquesina" opened its doors on December 5th in the small town of Restábal, in the idyllic Lecrín Valley. Located 25 minutes from the Costa Tropical and Sierra Nevada. This restaurant offers a different gastronomic experience in our region, thanks to the use of oak charcoal
24
July
2018
Flamenco and Fiestas in Restábal Summer is the time for celebrations, local fiestas and the reunion of friends and family after months apart.
07
May
2018
¿A quien no le gusta una buena romería? Como cada año en estas fechas, Restábal se prepara para una de sus fiestas mas populares – la Romería de la Virgen del Cerro. El Cerro del Calvario, con Restábal a sus pies, domina todo el Valle de Lecrín y es el hogar de la Virgen de…
28
November
2017
Cuenta la leyenda que esta antigua lonja fue testigo de una historia de amor entre uno de los comerciantes que paraba en Restábal para vender pescado, y una preciosa muchacha del pueblo. Una mañana, Miguel se encontraba vendiendo su pescado en la Lonja cuando de repente sus ojos se cruzaron con los de Rocío. El…
06
July
2017
In 2005 we began a long-discussed and contemplated adventure, the purchase of a vacation home in mainland Spain. Living on the beautiful but small island of Ibiza....
06
June
2017
Dieciocho encantadores pueblos salpican los paisajes del Valle de Lecrín, todos con sus características particulares – pero había que escoger uno. Son muchas las razones por las cuales escogimos Restábal para nuestra casa rural. Su situación es casi inmejorable, a medio camino entre la ciudad de Granada y la Costa Tropical Granadina – ¡cerca de…
