Situated on the site of an ancient mosque, this church dates back to 1505, although it has undergone several remodellings. Its faèade is made up of large stone ashlars with a half round arch that...
Why choose between beach, mountain or festival when you can do it all? Ojen is a town of Moorish origin located between the sea and the Sierra de las Nieves and less than 10 km from the beaches of Marbella. In addition, Ojen celebrates every year, one of the festivals concerning national independent music, el Ojeando. The beauty of the natural landscapes of its surroundings, its cultural life and proximity to Marbella allow you to combine relaxation with activities of active tourism, night life and practice golf in the Soto Golf Club.
IN OJÉN YOU CANNOT MISS
MONUMENTS
Water is one of the symbols of Ojen, and strolling through the center of town, you will find the Fountain of Chorros. Of the five pipes of this fountain, water flows over a century ago, particularly since 1905.
To learn more about the production and the tradition of some of its leading products, recommend you to visit the Oil Mill Museum, which exhibits original machinery used for grinding olives and art exhibitions; and the Wine Museum, housed in an old schnapps distillery.
Lovers of history and architecture will enjoy the historical sites, monuments of heritage value and a path of clear Moorish reminiscence that you will find on your way through Ojen. In this sense, the parish church of Our Lady of the Incarnation, built on an ancient mosque in the XVI century preserves the image of San Dionisio Areopagita. From its original construction, its minaret that today functions as the bell tower is still preserved.
Finally, recommend you to visit the Caves of Ojen. These karstic natural monuments have been linked to village life for centuries. Although in the beginning, they were used as places of refuge for animals and people, today, they are part of a garden in which the acts, concerts and events are often held.
Geographic Data
Surface
86 km2
Altitude
335 m
Latitude
36º 34'
Length
-4º 51'
Distance to Málaga City
55,3 km
Demographics
City
4218
Men
2151
Women
2067
Nationality
Ojenetos
Town Hall
Camino de Marbella, 3, 29610
Links of interest
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This is an ancient liquor distillery that made the village famous towards the end of the 19th century and at the beginning of the next one, too. Since its days as a distillery, it has been used as...
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The “El Molino” Museum in Ojén is a unique building located at the end of Charcas Street. The local authority commissioned the restoration and furnishing works, including the partial restoration of...
We depart from Tolox along Erilla Street, past the village’s last houses and several commercial premises. A short distance further on we leave this road to Coín and turn right along the branch that...
The start of the stage and its information panel, can be found on the access road to the Altos de Istán Hotel. This is also the starting point of other pathways in this municipality’s network. A...
We leave Guaro along the Sotornil or Hondo stream path, coinciding with the route of the PR-A 249 (Guaro-Chiribenítez), passing farmhouses, second homes and a mosaic of groves among which Olive...
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This festival has been declared to be of Tourist Interest by the Provincial Council of Málaga. Please check with the local Town Hall or Municipal Tourism Office for the festival date before...
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The first settlers (Neanderthal man) that are known to have set up base in Ojên were from the Middle Palaeolithic Period. Although conclusive proof has been found in the Cueva Pecho Redondo that...
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See in ESTABLISHMENTS the"Hotel refuge El Juanar". UNIQUENESS This old hunting area that belonged to the Marquesses of Larios is the source of many stories. The building still has...
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This hotel, which is an ancient hunting lodge of the Marqueses of Larios, is a place full of history and anecdotes. Located in the Sierra Blanca (The White Mountains) between Ojen and Monda, it is...
