Olive Oil Mill Tours with Oleoturismo Picualia in Bailén
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, including families and older guests
Overview
Step inside Oleoturismo Picualia’s state-of-the-art olive oil mill in Bailén for a 90-minute tour that reveals the sustainable, high-tech process behind premium extra virgin olive oil. Finish with a tasting that brings local farmers’ dedication to life through bold flavors.
Oleopack Picualia
Para todas las edades • 90 minutos • Incluye cata de Aceite
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About This Adventure
Join Picualia for a captivating 90-minute guided tour of a state-of-the-art olive oil mill. Discover the sustainable processes behind premium extra virgin olive oil production, from fruit reception to bottling. Conclude with a delightful tasting experience, exploring the unique flavors and aromas of high-quality oils crafted by dedicated farmers.
Duración: 90 minutos
Visita guiada a nuestra moderna almazara + cata de aceite de oliva virgen extra. ¡Acompáñanos en un viaje sensorial!
Descripción
Picualia te invita a conocer el modelo de almazara del siglo XXI, donde la tecnología se pone al servicio de la calidad. Un modelo de negocio sostenible que persigue producir aceites de oliva vírgenes extra de categoría superior mediante un proceso físico-mecánico a la altura de la calidad del fruto aportado por nuestros agricultores, quienes trabajan la tierra de manera cuidadosa y exhaustiva. Recorreremos los espacios de nuestra almazara para aproximarnos a los distintos procesos que el fruto sigue desde que es recepcionado hasta que embotellamos nuestros productos y finalizaremos con una cata hedonista de AOVEs que te permitirá reconocer sus cualidades y propiedades organolépticas.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early
Plan to be at the mill 5 minutes before your scheduled tour start time for a timely departure.
No Pets Allowed
Due to food safety standards, animals are not permitted inside the mill facility.
Dress Comfortably
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for light walking indoors along production lines.
Prepare for a Sensory Experience
Bring your palate and nose—tasting focuses on identifying nuanced aromas and flavors in oils.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common buzzards soaring above olive groves
- European robins frequenting the mill grounds
History
Bailén is historically renowned for the Battle of Bailén (1808), a key moment in the Peninsular War.
Conservation
Oleoturismo Picualia emphasizes sustainable, physical-mechanical olive oil extraction that minimizes environmental impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for moving easily through mill areas during the tour.
Light jacket or sweater
Useful for cooler indoor temperatures in autumn months.
fall specific
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during warm weather days at the mill and surrounding areas.
summer specific
Notebook or smartphone
Helpful for jotting down tasting notes or insights from the guide.