How long is the tour?

The full tour with olive grove visit is approximately 3 heures; a shorter version without the grove lasts about 1.5 hours.

Yes — a guided tasting of three extra virgin oils (Esencial Olive selection) and a tapas board are included in the experience.

Can I buy olive oil at the mill?

Yes, there is a shop on site offering bottled oils and regional products to purchase and take home.

Are facilities accessible?

Yes. The facilities are 100% accessible and include adapted restrooms; parking is available at the mill gate.

Dogs are not allowed inside the factory, but an outdoor area is provided for them.

What languages are tours offered in?

Language availability may vary; contact the operator via the booking link to confirm guided tour languages and any translation needs.

Olive Oil Immersion at Oleícola San Francisco in Begíjar — Mill Tour & Tasting

On the olive-lined plains of Jaén, the visit to Oleícola San Francisco in Begíjar offers a concentrated, sensory education in Spain’s most liquid craft. Located at Oleícola San Francisco, C/ Pedro Pérez s/n, 23520 Begíjar (Jaén) — 6 km from Baeza and 14 km from Úbeda — this three-hour tour moves from sunlit groves to the cavernous bones of a traditional mill and then into a stainless-steel modern factory.

The experience opens with a contextual introduction to Jaén’s olive landscape, its dominant varieties, and the regional practices that shape flavor. Guides explain the old systems — presses, capachos, hydraulic rigs — and guests step inside the preserved 25-year-old mill to see equipment and a projection of mid‑20th-century production methods. The contrast is deliberate: you watch the story of extraction move from stone and muscle to malaxation, centrifugation and modern separation tanks.

A stroll among the olive trees (the longer itinerary includes this) anchors the science to the soil: the silvery leaves, calcareous soils and the clipped rows that characterize the Jaén countryside. In the modern plant you’ll witness continuous machines at rest and learn about byproducts and storage techniques in the old cave. The tour ends at the bar à huile for a guided tasting of three extra virgin oils — the “Esencial Olive” selection — where you learn to identify bitterness, fruitiness and pepper, and how harvest time and variety shape aroma.

A tapas board accompanies the tasting, with olives assaisonnées, jambon, fromage à l’huile d’olive, a glass of salmorejo topped with ham shavings and olive oil, tartine au filet de porc, and a choice of beer à l’olive, water or local wine. Facilities include a shop, adapted restrooms and full access for visitors with mobility needs; dogs may wait in an outside area but are not allowed inside.

Why book it? For travelers curious about provenance and taste, this is a compact, expertly paced education that ties landscape, history and contemporary production into one visit. The mill matters to the local outdoor scene because olive groves dominate Jaén’s vistas; understanding their cultivation illuminates hikes, cycling routes and nearby heritage towns. Practical tip: bring a notebook and small bottles if you want to buy and take oil home.

Tours are covered by liability insurance and use a projection room for historical films. Choose the 3 heures option to include the olive grove or the 1.5‑hour tour without it. Arrive punctually; parking is at the mill gate. Buying oil here supports local producers and regional food traditions and boosts rural economies.

About Oleicola San Francisco S.L.

Oleicola San Francisco S.L. is an olive oil producer and tour operator based in Begíjar, Andalucía, offering guided visits to olive mills and groves in the Jaén region. The company leads guests through traditional presses and modern extraction facilities, explaining harvesting and processing methods and showcasing both historic tools and contemporary technology. Tours include guided tastings of three distinct extra virgin olive oils, with instruction on identifying flavors, aromas, and quality characteristics.

Several tour formats are available: standard mill visits with tastings; extended visits that include a typical local lunch or tapas; and private, personalized tours. Some experiences are offered in French to accommodate international visitors. One of the featured options is a three-hour guided visit combining mill and grove exploration with a tasting session.

Visits take place on-site at olive mills and adjoining olive groves around Begíjar and the wider Jaén area in Andalucía. The itinerary highlights the region’s long olive-growing tradition and the transition from historic equipment to modern production techniques. Tasting sessions focus on extra virgin olive oil varieties produced locally, presented in a scenic setting.

Oleicola San Francisco S.L. emphasizes authentic, on-site experiences that connect visitors to Jaén’s olive culture. The company’s tours are suitable for food lovers, cultural travelers, and those interested in agricultural heritage, offering educational, sensory, and culinary elements in a single visit.

Booking options vary by season and group size, with private visits tailored to families, small groups, and special events; schedules typically include time for questions, live demonstrations, and photo opportunities.