Valdés: Discover Stonecutting and Culture

Valdés is best discovered through its stonecutting heritage and cultural sites. The Casa Museo Axarquía combines a collection of its own with a building constructed from demolition materials; Parque Homenaje a los Picapedreros brings the work of stonecutters to life through ceramics, figures and a stone sculpture. Both places showcase different aspects of the same local craft tradition.

Casa Museo Axarquía

Casa Museo Axarquía is located in El Valdés. Antonio Montañez created it as a tribute to local tradition and craftsmanship. The building was constructed largely from demolition materials. The Casa also has a park with ceramics and figures that reference the work of stonecutters. The collection comprises between 100 and 150 works of art; this number may change. If the size of the collection is important for your plans, confirm it before your visit. Visits are possible by prior appointment. Arrange your visit in advance and confirm the arrangements before travelling.

Stonecutting and its depictions

For the stonecutters of El Valdés, the work began with stone from nearby quarries. They extracted it there and shaped it into blocks, paving stones and architectural elements. Paving stones are used for flooring, while architectural elements shape buildings in other ways. The Monumento al Picapedrero in El Valdés honours stonecutters. At the centre of Parque Homenaje a los Picapedreros is a stone figure depicting a stonecutter at work. The park also has a children's play area.

Routes and landscape

Two types of information are relevant when planning routes. A guided route from Moclinejo to Valdés starts at Plaza Axarquía in El Valdés; along this route, Parque Homenaje a los Picapedreros is next to Casa Museo Axarquía. If you are considering this guided tour, check its availability in advance. The Moclinejo–Camino Serrana–Sandoval–Valdés route is listed as Route 1; its conditions may change. The information provides different guidance: the guided route focuses on the starting point and availability, while Route 1 specifies the sequence of places. Valdés shares impressive views and a natural setting suitable for hiking and cycling routes with Moclinejo. The landscape is characterised by dry hills, vineyards, olive trees and white villages. This setting offers a different focus from the cultural sites devoted to stonecutting.

El Valdés can be reached from Rincón de la Victoria and Moclinejo via the main road or a small paved road. Road conditions may change; check them before travelling.

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