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Hill of the Mills (also known as Sierra de los Molinos) in Campo de Criptana. In 1575, the Topographical Reports of Philip II already mentioned “many mills” in the area; in 1752, the Cadastre of the Marquis of Ensenada recorded 34 mills in Campo de Criptana. Currently, 10 mills are preserved, three of them (Infante, Burleta, and Sardinero) dating from the 16th century with their original machinery. The complex has been declared a Site of Cultural Interest and designated a “Historic Site.”

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The King's Lagoon, one of the most emblematic lagoons in the Ruidera Lakes Natural Park: It is located within the municipality of Ruidera (Ciudad Real), at the main entrance to the natural park. It is one of the first lagoons you see when traveling through the park by road, very close to the town of Ruidera. It stands out for the turquoise color of its waters, which in some places are reminiscent of the Caribbean. It is photogenic and easily accessible, ideal for those looking for a place to relax or take a swim. The bottom is clearly visible thanks to the water's transparency.

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The Paseo de la Estación in Valdepeñas is one of the city's most emblematic places, with great historical and architectural value. It originated with the arrival of the railway in 1861, as a connection between the station and the town center. For about 50 years, it was a dirt track used by carriages to transport goods. In 1912, it was developed into its current urban layout: a central paved promenade and two side lanes for vehicles. It was Valdepeñas' first and only boulevard for over a century, a key axis of urban expansion, and a venue for fairs until the 1970s.

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The Ruidera Lakes are one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in Castilla-La Mancha, located between Ciudad Real and Albacete, and form part of the Ruidera Lakes Natural Park. A group of 15 stepped lakes connected by waterfalls and streams, stretching for 25 km in the Upper Guadiana Valley. They are considered the source of the Guadiana River.

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The Ruidera Lakes are one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in Castilla-La Mancha, located between Ciudad Real and Albacete, and form part of the Ruidera Lakes Natural Park. A group of 15 stepped lakes connected by waterfalls and streams, stretching for 25 km in the Upper Guadiana Valley. They are considered the source of the Guadiana River.

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Laguna del Rey is one of the most emblematic lagoons in the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park, located within the municipality of Ruidera (Ciudad Real). It lies just outside the town of Ruidera, and is one of the first lagoons encountered when traveling through the park by road. It is easily accessible by car, although parking near the water can be difficult during peak season.

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The Ossero Ford is located in the Ruidera Lakes Natural Park, within the municipality of Ossa de Montiel (Albacete), on the border with Villahermosa (Ciudad Real). It is a natural area that forms part of the Ossero Trail, an easy interpretive route (5.3 km one way) that skirts the Tomilla and Conceja lagoons, connecting with the Laguna Blanca.

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The Ossero Ford is located in the Ruidera Lakes Natural Park, within the municipality of Ossa de Montiel (Albacete), on the border with Villahermosa (Ciudad Real). It is a natural area that forms part of the Ossero Trail, an easy interpretive route (5.3 km one way) that skirts the Tomilla and Conceja lagoons, connecting with the Laguna Blanca.

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Alcázar de San Juan is one of the most interesting destinations in the heart of La Mancha, with a blend of history, heritage, nature, and Cervantine traditions. Its name comes from the Military Order of Saint John, which dominated the area after the Reconquista. It claims to be the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes, as the baptismal font where, according to some studies, the writer was baptized is preserved in the Collegiate Church of Santa María la Mayor. It was an important railway junction and economic center in the 19th and 20th centuries, which shaped its urban development.

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The access road to La Isla in the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park, near Ossa de Montiel, is a highlight for those exploring the area by car or bicycle. La Isla is located in the middle lagoon zone, near Laguna de San Pedro and Laguna del Rey, two of the largest and most photogenic lagoons in the park.

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These are two of the most spectacular lagoons that we can visit in Ruidera.

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Return to the town of Campo de Criptana

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The Valdepeñas Ornamental Fountain is located in the Plaza de España, the historic heart of the town. It is one of the city's most emblematic features and stands out for its design and symbolism: Design: A very beautiful ornamental fountain, considered a visual symbol of the square. Setting: Surrounded by historic buildings such as the Church of the Assumption and the neoclassical Town Hall. The square is characterized by traditional white and indigo arcades. In 2017, the flowerbeds were redesigned, and a permeable fixed aggregate was installed to preserve the design and reduce maintenance.

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The Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park, located between the provinces of Ciudad Real and Albacete, is one of the most spectacular natural areas in Castilla-La Mancha. It consists of 15 terraced lagoons connected by waterfalls, streams, and springs, forming a unique landscape of turquoise and sapphire-green waters.

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If you visit El Toboso, don't miss the Monastery of the Trinitarian Nuns, the Church of San Antonio Abad, the Cervantino Museum, and more...

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The statue of Don Quixote and Dulcinea in El Toboso is one of the town's most emblematic monuments, deeply linked to the Cervantes universe. It stands in the main square of El Toboso, dedicated to Juan Carlos I, in the heart of the town. The sculptures are made of sheet iron, not cast iron, giving them a handcrafted and robust appearance.

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La Laguna del Rey is one of the most outstanding lagoons in the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park, located in Castilla-La Mancha. This lagoon is known for being one of the largest and deepest in the lagoon complex. La Laguna del Rey is ideal for water sports such as canoeing and paddle surfing. Its natural surroundings and crystal-clear waters make it a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature.

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In Laguna del Rey and the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities. There are several routes that allow you to explore the park and enjoy nature. For the more adventurous, there are climbing and rappelling options in some areas of the park.

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Since 1896, when the Pasamontes family began to make Manchego cheeses, they have been made following traditional craftsmanship, from milking to packaging and labelling. Their cheeses are characterised by their incomparable aroma, flavour and texture, which make them unique, as well as by the characteristic production process that the Pasamontes family has maintained since its origins and which they still maintain today.

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The Sierra de los Molinos is the place where the famous windmills are built. It is the top of a hill where the open space ensures the wind that would move its blades in its time. Of the more than thirty windmills that once existed, ten of them are preserved, called: Sardinero located on the Cerro de la Paz and Burleta, Infanto, Cariari, Culebro, Inca Garcilaso, Lagarto, Pilón, Poyatos and Quimera located in the Sierra de los Molinos. Their existence inspired Cervantes to narrate "The Battle of Don Quixote against the Giants", in chapter VIII of "The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha", where Don Quixote mistook the windmills for giants against whom to fight.

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