Vía Verde del Aceite
Andalucía's longest greenway starts in Jaén city: 55 km of the old Jaén–Puente Genil 'oil train' line through olive groves to the Guadajoz viaduct, on a 127 km route with 13 iron viaducts.
About Vía Verde del Aceite
The Jaén–Puente Genil railway is now a 127.38 km greenway, the longest in Andalucía and the second longest in Spain, with 12 stations, four tunnels and 13 metal viaducts. Its asphalt and compacted-earth surface suits walkers, cyclists and people with reduced mobility. The Jaén section runs about 55 km to the Guadajoz viaduct, then the route continues into Córdoba.
Km 0 is in Las Fuentezuelas, north-west Jaén. The trail climbs round the Sierra de la Grana below Jabalcuz to Torredelcampo station (km 11), then through the lit 333 m Caballico tunnel. After Torredonjimeno (km 15.6) it rises gently to its high point by the Peña de Martos and Martos station (km 23), then descends through olive groves to the 208 m Salado viaduct (km 34), the 224 m Víboras viaduct beside a medieval bridge (km 42), Alcaudete station (km 48.3) and the 200 m iron lattice over the Guadajoz (km 54.5).
The greenway is free and open all year; main roads are crossed by footbridges or underpasses. Shade is scarce, so carry 2–3 litres of water in summer and refill in Torredelcampo, Torredonjimeno and Martos. Alcaudete village is a steep 5 km from its station. Bikes can be hired at the Subbética cycling centre at Doña Mencía station (km 75).
The best months are March to May and October to November. A popular plan is Jaén to Martos and back (46 km), or one way downhill from Martos to the Guadajoz with a car at the end.
Vía Verde del Aceite in pictures
What you’ll find
- Bike hireBike rentalBuy
- CyclingRoad or greenway cyclingFree
- Family friendlyEasy for childrenFree
- Free accessFree visitFree
- HikingWalking routeFree
- Linear routeOne-way trailFree
- Step-free accessAccessible visitFree
Nearby places to visit
Km 0 is a short ride from the hilltop Castillo de Santa Catalina, Jaén (2 km), with views over the olive groves the greenway crosses, and from Jaén Cathedral (3 km), a landmark of the Andalusian Renaissance. Tapas bars such as Taberna La Manchega, Jaén (3 km) serve a free tapa with each drink in the old town, as is the Jaén custom. Climbers will find Tajos del Canjorro Climbing (8 km) just south of the city, and the family olive-oil mill Aceites Melgarejo (16 km) at Pegalajar runs tastings and mill visits.
Vía Verde del Aceite at a glance
Category
Sports Outdoor adventures
Location
Metropolitana de Jaén, Jaén
Town
Jaén
Address
Km 0 at Calle del Pino and Avenida de los Aparejadores, Las Fuentezuelas 23005
Opening hours
Open all year, day and night. Avoid the middle of the day from June to September; little shade between villages.
Prices
Free. Bike hire and repairs at the Subbética cycling centre, Doña Mencía station (Córdoba section).
Checked 5 Nov 2026 on the official website. Times and prices can change, so confirm before you go.
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