Explore the Area
Discover our personal favourites around El Gastor
Restaurants
Good to know
Keep traditional Spanish mealtimes in mind! Most kitchens don't open for dinner until 20:00. Please note: many local restaurants are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Bar Mesón los Cuñados
A welcoming village favourite. Enjoy generous portions of traditional Spanish dishes and excellent local tapas.
2 km · 4 min
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
BAR "LO DE JOAQUIN"
The perfect spot on the lively village square. Savour authentic tapas and soak up the relaxed Spanish atmosphere.
2 km · 4 min
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
La Posada
Enjoy a meal full of atmosphere in a charming, traditional Andalusian building. Let the warm service and delicious local dishes delight you.
3 km · 2 min
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Bar La Venta
Bar La Venta is a welcoming, authentic local bar on Avenida de la Constitución in El Gastor.
3 km · 5 min
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
GASTROBAR La Piscina El Gastor
Dine in style in our beautiful restaurant and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over El Gastor.
8 km · 3 min
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Restaurante El Tropezón III
Perfect for a delicious stop along the way. Enjoy tasty dishes and generous portions on a spacious, sunny terrace just outside the village.
10 km · 11 min
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Supermarkets
Supermercado Ani
2 km · 5 min
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
SUPERMARKET LETI
2 km · 5 min
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
SUPERMERCADO KOMO KOMO
2 km · 5 min
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Mercadona Olvera
Large supermarket
29 km · 27 min
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Mercadona Ronda
Large supermarket
30 km · 30 min
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
White villages
El Gastor
The 'Balcony of the White Villages', an atmospheric, authentic Andalusian village with beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
3 km · 2 min
Montecorto
A small, peaceful and authentic whitewashed mountain village, idyllically set against a lush, pine-covered hillside and surrounded by fertile farmland.
10 km · 14 min
Algodonales
A lively village at the foot of the Sierra de Líjar, internationally renowned as a paradise for paragliders and a centre for Spanish guitar making.
12 km · 15 min
Zahara de la Sierra
A spectacularly situated whitewashed mountain village, built on a steep hill overlooking an azure-blue reservoir and crowned by the ruins of a Moorish castle.
23 km · 28 min
Olvera
A striking, picture-perfect hilltop village dominated by a 12th-century Moorish castle and surrounded by endless olive groves.
30 km · 30 min
Setenil de las Bodegas
A unique, world-famous village where whitewashed houses are spectacularly built into and beneath the towering rock faces of a river gorge.
48 km · 43 min
El Bosque
A lush, whitewashed mountain village on the banks of the Majaceite River, where water and greenery abound—the perfect gateway to the spectacular Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park.
55 km · 47 min
Cities
Ronda
We recommend parking at "Aparcamiento Publico El Castillo". From there, you can visit a historic church right nearby, then stroll through the old town towards the bridge.
30 km · 30 min
Sevilla
The sparkling, romantic capital of Andalusia, world-famous for its breathtaking Moorish architecture, passionate flamenco and vibrant tapas culture.
100 km · 75 min
History & Culture
Castillo de Zahara de la Sierra
A mighty 13th-century Moorish fortress perched high on the rocks. The challenging climb to the castle tower rewards you with breathtaking views over the azure-blue reservoir.
25 km · 25 min
Castillo de Olvera & Parroquia
Olvera’s iconic historic duo! Explore the 12th-century Moorish castle and admire the imposing church, with breathtaking 360-degree views as your reward.
27 km · 27 min
Puente Nuevo Ronda
Ronda’s iconic, breathtaking landmark! This colossal 18th-century stone bridge spans the dizzyingly deep El Tajo gorge.
30 km · 30 min
Leisure
Padel El Gastor
Enjoy some active fun outdoors! Play a game on El Gastor’s local padel court and easily book your time slot through a handy app.
3 km · 3 min
Área Recreativa La Playita (Zahara)
A charming mountain beach and natural swimming pool. Please note: open only during the summer months (mid-June to early September).
17 km · 20 min
Open every day
Cueva del Gato
Hidden gem near Ronda. Waterfall with an exciting cave. Kids can have a great time playing in the small river.
30 km · 30 min
Open every day
Walking
Walking routes El Gastor
3 km · 2 min
Local wildlife
Vale Gieren in de Garganta Verde (El Buitre Leonado)
Marvel at the majestic griffon vultures of the Garganta Verde! Zahara is home to one of Europe's largest colonies of these impressive giants of the sky.
De Spaanse Steenbok (Cabra Montés)
The true acrobats of the Andalusian mountains! Look out for these impressive ibex with their large, curved horns on the steep rock faces.
De Iberische Zwarte Bij (Apis mellifera iberiensis)
Discover Andalusia’s native dark honeybee! These tiny, essential heroes keep the flowers blooming and bring us delicious local mountain honey.
Jasiusvlinder (Charaxes jasius / Two-tailed Pasha)
Discover the spectacular two-tailed pasha! This rare, large and colourful 'king of the maquis' is one of Andalusia’s most impressive butterflies.
Grote Nachtpauwoog (Saturnia pyri / Gran Pavón)
Meet Europe’s largest moth! This giant, furry creature of the night, with its striking eyespots, is as big as a hand.
De Genetkat (Geneta)
A beautiful, mysterious nocturnal animal that looks like a cross between a cat and a ferret. With a little luck, you might spot this exotic hunter at dusk!