Algámitas is situated in the heart of the Sierra Sur of Seville, near the border of the neighbouring provinces of Cádiz and Málaga.

Algámitas ( 1.500 inhabitants ), named after the Arab word “algami” ( rock ), shows all the features which distinguish the villages of the mountains in the south-east of Seville, far from the bustle and crowds of big cities, but at the same time near ( under 40 minutes drive ) places and towns with great historical and artistic heritage, such as Osuna, Écija, Morón de la Frontera, Olvera, Ronda or Antequera.

Its surroundings as well as the character of its inhabitants, open and cheerful, make the visitor feel at home in this area and spend unforgettable days resting in direct contact with nature.

Business Activities

The main business activities in the area are:

Agriculture: the great variety of olives allows the production of outstanding delicious olive oil, bottled in the olive mill of S.C.A. “Sierras del Terril”.

Cattle-raising and manufacturing industries: excellent breeds of pig, goats and sheep together with the special climate of the area account for the high quality of our products (chorizo, salami, cured ham,…)We must also mention some small family beekeeping businesses.

Rural Tourism: with the Mountain Holiday Resort “El Peñón”, the “Cortijo Rosario” and several local guesthouses.