Day Trip to Culla & the Maestrazgo Mining Park

Join us on an exciting tour from Alcocéber to the Maestrazgo Mining Park and the town of Culla, uncovering the intriguing history of miners and the former residence of the Knights Templar.

Description

Our adventure begins at the designated time in front of the Alcocéber Tourist Office, where we'll commence our excursion to the Maestrazgo Mining Park and the town of Culla.

Upon our arrival at the Maestrazgo Mining Park, we'll hop on a train to the entrance of the Victoria mine. Here, we will put on safety gear and embark on a walking tour through the underground tunnel, immersing ourselves in miners' history and gathering insights along the way.

During our journey, we'll encounter a variety of original tools and engage with former miners who will share their experiences, enhancing our understanding of life in the mining park.

Continuing our adventure, we will return to the surface and board the train for a scenic ride to the Esperanza mine. For approximately 20 minutes, we'll explore geological phenomena and view ancient stalactites and stalagmites.

Before concluding our excursion, we will visit Culla, a medieval town associated with the Order of the Temple, home to several sites of cultural interest. We will stroll through the cobblestone streets and discover treasures, including the 11th-century Muslim castle, the Comendador's granary, and the former hospital.

Our journey will conclude as we return to Alcocéber, arriving approximately 5 hours after meeting.