Ubrique: Leather Craft, Cultural Heritage and Roman Road

Leather craft, cultural heritage and Roman-themed attractions offer different points of focus when planning a trip to Ubrique. You can explore the history of leather goods made here, discover architecture and cultural heritage, or consider a walking trail with a specific distance and duration. There is also a tradition held every year in May and a route that combines a walk with a cheese tasting.

Leather Craft and Fashion Accessories

Manos y Magia en la Piel showcases machines, tools and leather goods made in Ubrique throughout its history. The focus is therefore on both equipment and finished pieces; the leather goods have a historical connection to the town. The permanent exhibition can only be accessed as part of a guided tour. Check the booking requirements before your visit.

MOVEX focuses on fashion accessories made of leather: during a one-hour visit, you can learn about their design and manufacture. The two attractions therefore offer different perspectives: one on historical leather goods and the machines and tools used to make them, the other on the design and production of accessories. If you are particularly interested in how leather products are made, this distinction offers a useful guide.

Church and Cultural Heritage in the Old Town

CIHU San Juan de Letrán is located in Ubrique’s old town, in a church built in the 17th century. The institution provides an overview of Ubrique’s cultural heritage through paintings, photographs, remains and specific documentation. This perspective on the heritage is shaped by a range of materials, rather than just one form of presentation.

The church’s architecture is also a focus in its own right: San Juan de Letrán has an unusual octagonal, or eight-sided, floor plan and is considered a particularly unique example of Neoclassical architecture. The description thus pairs a clearly named architectural term with the building’s distinctive character.

May Tradition and Route with Cheese Tasting

The Crujía de gamones has been recognised as a Fiesta de Interés Turístico de Andalucía since 2008. The tradition takes place every year in May: decorated neighbourhoods, bonfires and exploding gamones are part of the festivities. The two dates refer to different things: 2008 marks the start of its recognition, while May is when the tradition takes place each year.

A route offered by Ruta y Cata combines a walk along the Ruta de los Miradores with a tasting of cheese from the “Quesos de Ubrique” cheese dairy. It also includes an explanation of the traditional production of its different cheeses. The experience thus brings together walking, tasting and an insight into cheesemaking.

Roman Road and Archaeological Remains

The Sendero Calzada Romana de Ubrique is a 3.4-kilometre walking trail. The route is listed as taking one hour and is classified as easy. It runs from Benaocaz to Ubrique along a well-preserved Roman road. Check the route details locally before setting out.

When visiting the Ocuri archaeological site, you can see remains of the wall, mausoleum, Roman baths, houses, cisterns, an ancient road and the Roman forum. Ocuri and the Sendero Calzada Romana therefore offer different ways to explore Roman history: the Sendero is a route along a Roman road, while Ocuri showcases several types of archaeological remains.

You can also compare two one-hour activities: the Sendero is an easy walking trail; a visit to MOVEX focuses on the design and manufacture of fashion accessories made of leather. This can help you choose between a walk with Roman connections and an insight into leather accessories.

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