Landscapes of La Manchuela near Casas-Ibáñez
00 — DISCOVER THE LANDSCAPES
Before sitting down at the table, it's worth getting to know the landscape that inspires it. These are some of the natural sites around Casas-Ibáñez that are part of our journey: villages carved into canyons, caves hiding water, riverbeds cutting through stone.
Cueva de los Ángeles
In Villamalea, a cave with a small stream whose rock formations are said to resemble the silhouettes of angels. Restored for easier, safer access.
15 minutes from Casas-Ibáñez, reached via several hiking routes
Alcalá del Júcar
One of Spain's most beautiful villages, set into the Júcar gorge and declared a Historic-Artistic Site. A Roman bridge, a 12th-century Muslim castle and cave houses carved into the rock.
Hiking, kayaking, fishing and 4x4 routes
La Terrera
On the banks of the Cabriel, within the Cabriel Gorges Biosphere Reserve. A disused hydroelectric plant marks the start of the riverside walks.
15 minutes from the restaurant
Ruta del Molinar
Starting at the El Molinar reservoir, by the Cristo de la Vida hermitage, the route follows the Júcar through forests, canyons and crystal-clear pools to a ruined hydroelectric plant.
The way back includes a 60m ramp and a nearly 3km tunnel
Las Chorreras
Waterfalls and crystal-clear pools in the Cabriel valley. Ideal for hiking, water sports and birdwatching.
One hour from Casas-Ibáñez, via the PR-CU-53 route from Enguídanos
Jorquera
A village built on a rocky spur, its houses perched over a bend in the Júcar. 12th-century Almohad walls and the Torre de Doña Blanca.
Viewpoint over the village and the neighbouring Cubas and Alcozarejos
Tranco del Lobo
A quiet spot in Casas de Ves, its half-abandoned houses covered in street art.
Several hiking routes start from here