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Castle of Santa Catalina – Refugio de la Mella loop from Jaén

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Castle of Santa Catalina – Refugio de la Mella loop from Jaén

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Castle of Santa Catalina – Refugio de la Mella loop from Jaén

05:13

16.0km

640m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.31 km

Remains of the castle wall

Highlight • Historical Site

Jaén conserves in an acceptable good state of conservation, a large part of the old wall that included from the Castle of Santa Catalina, to the old quarter of the …

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4.19 km

Viewpoint

6.38 km

View of Jaén from Santa Catalina Castle

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Take advantage of every corner of the route to enjoy it.

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7.00 km

Castle of Santa Catalina

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This imposing Christian castle, which stands proudly on top of the hill of the same name, was built after the reconquest of Jaén by Ferdinand III, partly on the remains …

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7.30 km

National Tourist Parador

Highlight • Restaurant

Jaén has one of the most beautiful and privileged national inns in Spain. It is located next to the Castle of Santa Catalina and is considered a paradise to rest …

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8.11 km

Santa Catalina Recreation Area

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On the road up to Jaén Castle, there is a small recreational area with stone benches and tables where you can have lunch, have a good day or simply rest …

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10.3 km

Cerro del Tambor Summit (1075 m)

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1075m peak located in the municipality of Jaén with panoramic views of the capital city and its surroundings.

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10.9 km

Refugio de la Mella

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This refuge is located at 1096 meters altitude and enjoys panoramic views of Jaén and its surroundings. It is a free refuge with a table, benches, sleeping places, and a fireplace.

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12.5 km

Fuente del Piojo

Highlight • Natural Monument

It is a small spring that despite the drought continues to flow water. Fresh water that has a special attraction and that is that it never seems to quench thirst.

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16.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.57 km

4.65 km

3.08 km

688 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.69 km

4.04 km

2.55 km

877 m

844 m

731 m

244 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 12 July

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Castle of Santa Catalina – Refugio de la Mella loop from Jaén

Remains of the castle wall

View of Jaén from Santa Catalina Castle

Castle of Santa Catalina

National Tourist Parador

Santa Catalina Recreation Area

Cerro del Tambor Summit (1075 m)

Refugio de la Mella

Fuente del Piojo

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