Oleotourism in Huelva and Seville: A Journey among Olive Trees, flavors and tradition

Oleotourism in Huelva and Seville: A Journey among Olive Trees, flavors and tradition

In Andalusia, extra virgin olive oil is not only an essential ingredient in the kitchen: it is culture, landscape and identity. We invite you to enter into a different and enriching experience: olive oil tourism, a way to discover the essence of our land through visits to olive mills, guided tastings and tours among centenary olive groves. From AMA Residences AndalucĂ­a, we propose you to explore this living heritage in two nearby provinces: Huelva and Seville.

The soul of the south in every drop of oil

Olive growing has been part of the Andalusian soul since ancient times. The mild climate, mineral-rich soils and generations of know-how have consolidated this region as a world leader in the production of extra virgin olive oil. But beyond its quality, olive oil is an open door to the landscape, agricultural history and traditional way of life.

Huelva: oils with their own character

Although best known for its white shrimp from the coast and its ham from the mountains, the province of Huelva also has a growing olive oil production, especially in the Sierra de Aracena and Condado. There, oils are produced that stand out for their intense personality, herbaceous notes and fruity aromas, thanks to varieties such as picual, arbequina and verdial.

Recommended visit: Cooperativa Oleodiel (Gibraléon)

This mill, with decades of history, has been recognized on several occasions for the quality of its oils, including the first prize for the “Best Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oils”. 

Oleodiel represents the commitment to sustainable production and innovation without losing the artisanal essence. Through its guided tours, you can learn about the entire extraction process, from the field to the bottle, and participate in tastings that will allow you to appreciate the nuances of Huelva’s extra virgin olive oil.

Seville: centuries-old tradition in the heart of Andalusia

The province of Seville is home to some of the oldest olive oil mills in Spain, many of them still in the hands of families who have preserved their traditional methods. Locations such as Estepa, Osuna or La Campiña Sevillana offer an ideal environment for those who wish to delve into the world of the olive tree.

What can you expect from a day of olive oil tourism in Seville?

  • Walks among centuries-old olive groves, where you will learn to distinguish the different varieties and cultivation techniques.
  • Visits to oil mills, where you will learn about the processes of cold extraction, decanting and bottling.
  • Tastings led by experts, to discover the flavors, aromas and textures that define a good extra virgin olive oil.
  • Gastronomic experiences, where the oil becomes the protagonist of local dishes paired with wines, cheeses and artisan bread.

How to organize your experience

If you wish to organize a getaway focused on olive oil tourism from AMA Residences AndalucĂ­a, you will find several olive oil mills and cooperatives that offer visits by reservation. Many of them complement the experience with gourmet products or natural cosmetics made from olive oil, ideal as souvenirs or gifts.

We recommend consulting in advance the dates of olive harvesting (between October and January), since during this period it is possible to observe the entire process of elaboration in full activity.

An experience that goes beyond the taste

Olive oil tourism is not only a way to get to know olive oil: it is an opportunity to reconnect with the rural environment, with the roots of the Mediterranean and with a way of life where time is measured in harvests, not in clocks.

From AMA Residences AndalucĂ­a, we encourage you to live this experience in first person, taste the oil in its place of origin and let yourself be guided by the wisdom of those who work the land with respect and dedication.