Discover Rótova: hotels and raisin culture

Rótova brings together raisin-growing culture, buildings dating back several centuries, Valencian vernacular architecture, a hiking trail and a festival held on a set date in February. If you are looking for a hotel for a trip to Rótova, you can start by considering whether culture, nature, local food or a particular event will shape your trip. The following themes offer some specific ideas.

Raisin culture and local history

The Centre d’Interpretació de la Cultura de la Pansa is housed in the riurau del Roig. It presents raisin-growing as part of local memory, history and economy, and shares knowledge about raisin processing and production. Rótova also has a riu-rau, a structure built for drying raisins.

Architectural history and visits

The Vil·la Romana de la Sort features a 336 m² mural by muralist and restorer Toni Espinar. Visits to the Vil·la Romana de la Sort must be booked in advance by telephone or email. Check this visitor information before your trip.

Other buildings can be distinguished by the period in which they were built: the Acueducto del Monasterio de San Jerónimo dates from the 16th century and is built in the Gothic-Mudéjar style. The Palacio de los Condes de Rótova dates from the 17th century, and the Iglesia Parroquial San Bartolomé from the 18th century. The town’s streets and houses also feature notable examples of Valencian vernacular architecture.

Hiking trail and landscape

The PR-CV 100 circular trail links the springs of les Galeries and dels Llibrells with several viewpoints and passes through the Cova de les Rates y Casa dels Garcies flora micro-reserve.

Festival date and local food

The Porrat de Sant Macià is a festival of local tourist interest. It takes place on the last Sunday in February and combines traditional confectionery stalls and fairground rides with cultural and festive activities. If you want to time your trip to coincide with the festival, check the exact event dates before you travel.

Typical dishes in Rótova include Coques de dacsa made with cornflour. Typical baked goods also include Pastissets d’aire and sweets made with almonds and sweet potatoes. Rótova also has three wood-fired ovens.

Planning your trip

Tourist Info Rótova provides tourist information and guidance for the municipality and the Valencian Community. If you want to include this service in your plans, check its current opening arrangements in advance.

Rótova is also recommended as one of the towns to visit along the Ruta de los Monasterios.

Discover more destinations: Tuéjar, Masalavés, La Pobla de Vallbona, Miramar, San Antonio, Museros, Benifaió, Villalonga

For the wider travel guide: Valencia.