When the summer crowds fade and the olive harvest begins, the heart of Andalusia reveals its most authentic charm. Some sites offer a completely different experience in the cooler months. One of misty mornings, golden forests, and cozy tapas bars with wood-burning stoves. If you’re looking for a trip that blends nature, history, and genuine Spanish warmth, these places are a must-visit!
Gateway to the Mountains
Of course, we start off with our own home-town: Casares. This whitewashed village is perched on a hilltop overlooking the Mediterranean. In this period, it’s quieter and less warm, which makes it more pleasant to discover the beauty. Wander around the cozy streets, taste local delights like ‘Torta Frita’, or scout for the most stunning views towards Gibraltar and even Morocco on a clear day.
Just inland, Gaucín charms visitors with winding streets, art galleries, and views over the green Genal Valley. The nearby village of Genalguacil is an open-air art museum. Here every street corner hides a sculpture or mural created by artists who come here each summer. Autumn brings chestnut festivals and the scent of burning wood drifting through the mountains.
Ronda and surrounding Villages
No Andalusian itinerary is complete without Ronda, one of Spain’s most dramatic towns. Autumn brings even a more intimate atmosphere. The iconic ‘Puente Nuevo‘ bridge spans a 120-meter-deep gorge. It’s an unforgettable sight, especially at sunset when the cliffs glow amber.
But the real magic of Ronda lies in its surroundings. Visit Setenil de las Bodegas, where houses are built directly into the rocks. Or plan a trip to Montejaque and Benaoján, peaceful villages surrounded by limestone peaks and hiking trails. This is also olive-harvest season, so you can visit local mills (almazaras) to taste freshly pressed oil and learn about one of Andalusia’s oldest traditions. Cooler days and soft light make it perfect for walking, photography, and discovering local culture at a slower pace. Local wineries host tastings of young wines and olive oil producers open their doors for visitors. This is a delicious way to experience rural life.
El Burgo and Sierra de las Nieves
When the forests turn gold and red, El Burgo and its neighbours Tolox and Yunquera become a paradise for nature lovers. Sierra de las Nieves National Park is a UNESCO-protected mountain park offers beautiful trails, peaceful villages, and cozy guesthouses.
In November, you’ll find stalls selling chestnuts, wild mushrooms, and homemade honey. The evenings are cool, perfect for sitting by a fireplace with a glass of local wine. For hikers and photographers, this is the most beautiful season. Fewer tourists, clear skies, and landscapes bursting with autumn color, autumn magic in Andalusia!
El Torcal
Further north, the landscape changes again. Around Villanueva de la Concepción, bizarre limestone formations of El Torcal de Antequera rise like ancient sculptures. Walking through the park in the crisp autumn air feels like stepping onto another planet.
Nearby Antequera dazzles with history. From Roman ruins to Moorish fortresses and the prehistoric ‘Dolmens’ (UNESCO World Heritage Site). During autumn in Andalusia, the town glows with Christmas lights and traditional Andalusian nativity scenes, making it a wonderful spot for a winter weekend.
Magical Properties
Autumn in Andalusia is not only a good time to discover the magical towns. It also invites to discover and visit country properties. Here you find magical properties close to the towns to visit in these areas.
- In Casares there are currently four lovely country properties for sale, awaiting for you to discover this period.
- Whether it is a lovely country house, an estate, a traditional Cortijo, a finca or a village house.. A little more inland, we offer a selection of beautiful properties in Gaucin.
- If you are looking for a country property, finca with an olive grove or a vineyard, an authentic Cortijo or equestrian estate, our properties in Ronda is the place to look for.
- In El Burgo lies a breathtaking Cortijo with endless possibilities which takes you back to the essence of Andalusian lifestyle.
- Close to Malaga, we have two stunning country homes to discover in Villanueva de la Concepcion
David Verbaan | 12th November 2025
