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The name of Los Marines has a curious history: during a visit by King Felipe II to the municipality, an inhabitant asked him why, being so powerful, he did not bring the sea to the town. The king's response was: "I will not bring the sea, but you will be sailors." Since then, all the young people of the town performed their military service in Marina Huelva. This picturesque municipality, surrounded by nature and beauty, is an ideal place to explore during a getaway to the Sierra de Huelva. Don't hesitate to visit Los Marines and enjoy its charm.

Relaxed route without strong climbs.

Los Marines owes its name to a visit by King Philip II to the municipality, in which a town resident asked him if he was so powerful, why didn't he bring the sea to the town. Philip II replied: "I will not bring the sea, but you will be sailors" and since then all the young men of the town served in the military in the Huelva marina. The municipality's economy is based mainly on the production of chestnuts and to a lesser extent on pig farming.

This beautiful town is located between Alájar and Aracena, in the center of the Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche Natural Park, one of the most important protected areas in the Community. Its cobbled streets, the Parish Church of San Juan Bautista, the public laundry and its crowded houses stand out.

Galaroza is located in the “Enchanted Valley” and has a town of approximately 1,300 inhabitants. In 2005 it was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in the category of Historical-Artistic Complex.

This beautiful town is located between Alájar and Aracena, in the center of the Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche Natural Park, one of the most important protected areas in the Community. Its cobbled streets, the Parish Church of San Juan Bautista, the public laundry and its crowded houses stand out.

Los Marines is a town that belongs to the Sierra de Huelva region and is located at the gates of the Sierra Morena, north of the Sierra de Aracena.

When visiting the town of Alájar, do not forget to climb the Peña de Arias Montano to enjoy the views of the valley and visit the Palacio Oscuro cave.