Jacarilla: Gardens, Palacio and Walking Routes

Gardens and Architecture in Jacarilla

Jacarilla brings together a distinctive connection to gardens and architecture, along with several routes to help you plan your trip. The Fontalba Garden and pine forest cover a total of 20,000 square metres within a walled complex. Their design is neo-historicist, with neoclassical, Arab and Renaissance ornaments side by side. This means the garden can be appreciated not only for its size, but also for the variety of its design elements. If gardens and architectural history are a priority, this combination offers a concrete starting point for your choice.

Beyond the Puerta de los Leones, an avenue of slender palms in the Jardines del Marqués de Fontalba recreates La Vereda de las Palmeras. Sculptures, fountains, a sundial and a pagoda by the pond complete the grounds. The palm avenue, sculptures and fountains, sundial and pagoda each add their own distinctive touches. As the physical condition of the grounds may change, it is advisable to check the current situation before your visit.

Palacio and Church

The Palacio del Marqués de Fontalba was built in 1920. It has two storeys and a portico; a balustrade and a tiled façade define its architecture. The Casa-Palacio del Marqués de Fontalba is considered the last aristocratic residence in the comarca. Its construction date, façade details and regional significance make the Palacio a notable historical landmark. The Iglesia Parroquial de Nuestra Señora de Belén also has distinctive architectural features: its bell tower is in the middle of the façade, and the church also has stained-glass windows. Those wishing to compare different architectural forms will find points of interest here, from palace architecture to the church tower.

Walking Routes and Hike

The routes differ mainly in the surroundings described. Ruta 1, Tramo Básico, is a circular route through the urban area of Jacarilla, passing places described as particularly significant or of tourist or cultural interest. Ruta 6, Tramo Básico – Vereda las Palmeras – Camino del Copo, is also a circular route, but runs through the recreational area by a meander of the Río Segura. This gives you the option of weighing up a circuit through the urban area against a route through the recreational area along the river bend.

The Ruta verde Camino de la Cueva was described in 2019 as moderately difficult and well signposted. Its total length is 6.6 kilometres. Check the signage before setting out; it is also advisable to check current trail conditions for Ruta 1 and Ruta 6. When planning, pay attention to the exact route name: the Ruta de la Cueva begins in the area around the Casa-Palacio del Marqués de Fontalba. By contrast, the length and difficulty level are given for the Ruta verde Camino de la Cueva.

Getting Your Bearings and Finding a Hotel

Jacarilla lies on the CV-920 road, which connects Orihuela with Rojales and Guardamar del Segura. The road number and place names provide a specific reference point for planning your arrival; you can use an up-to-date map to plan your preferred route.

You can then compare hotels in Jacarilla using the information provided for each property. This lets you tailor your choice to the things that really matter for your trip.

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