Lobras
Written by Saska Mier
Lobras is a small village with a distinctive personality all of its own. Walking along its streets and visiting its monuments, it feels as if time has stood still. Its location also means that visitors can enjoy tranquil landscapes and stunning natural beauty. The village has a population of around 150.
HISTORY
This municipality, comprising Lobras and Tímar, was founded during the early years of Islamic domination. However, the presence of an inactive mercury mine suggests that there was likely an earlier settlement. This is further supported by the Celtic origin of the place name Lobras and the possible Iberian origin of the place name Tímen (Tímar), as well as some Iberian-Roman archaeological remains found in the municipality. In any case, the earliest written record of Lobras and Tímar is provided by Ben Aljatib (1313–1374), minister to Mohamed V, who cites a twelfth-century writer's description of the Kingdom of Granada. More>
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THINGS TO SEE
Era de los Llanos
This threshing floor, which has been used by the locals for threshing and grazing for several centuries, boasts stunning views of the Sierra Nevada, Sierra de la Contraviesa and Sierra de Lújar. It has now been converted into a space where all its inhabitants and visitors can enjoy nature and take part in activities. It is located on the GR-9023.
Iglesia Parroquial de San Agustín
The first church in Lobras was destroyed in the mid-sixteenth century and had to be rebuilt amid the difficulties of the Moorish rebellion. The oldest element is the tower, which is attached to the small main chapel. More>
Iglesia de Tímar (Tímar)
This museum uses a series of interesting murals and models to show mercury mining in Tímar, from the extraction of cinnabar ore to the operation of the production factories, as well as various economic and cultural elements of this region, such as looms, silkworm breeding, traditional songs and different farming tools. More>
Centro de Interpretación de la Música Lombarda
This museum exhibits musical instruments from 'El Viaje de Lúa', a journey around the world through rhythms and melodies, and the materials used to make instruments for liturgy, spiritual invocation, courtship and entertainment. Some of the materials used in their construction include wood, cane, bamboo, gourds, coconuts, seeds, skins, bones, horns, clay and metal. More>
NATURAL AREAS
The landscapes that surround Lobras and Tímar are perfect to enjoy contemplative tourism and enjoy walks on foot or by bicycle, or even do climbing and other adventure sports. Explore áreas such as La Lasca, Los Pinganos, Peñón Hundío, El fuerte, Cueva de las Palomas, Paso de la Zorra, La Presa, Piedra Amarilla, Tajo del Águilar, Cascada de la Acequia and Minas de Mercurio.
COUNTRYSIDE WALKS
Ruta GR-7 (Stage 4)
A long-distance trail that starts in Athens and reaches Tarifa (Cádiz), crossing the Alpujarra from Laroles to Lanjarón.
Ruta GR-7 (Stage 5)
Following the route from East to West, we arrive from Cádiar, walking a large part of the path along the river, to Lobras.
Ruta GR-142
A long-distance trail that runs through the entire Alpujarra from Lanjarón to Fiñana, which is located on the north side of the Sierra Nevada. Although the trail runs along the south side of the mountain range, it is a total of 140km long. Along this trail one can head east towards Cádiar or west to Nieles.
HANDICRAFTS
The local craft is ceramics, and you’ll find these traditionally-made products all around the village.
BUS SERVICE
There are bus services from Lobras to Órgiva and Granada using the bus company, ALSA. More>
GASTRONOMY
Typical dishes to try in Lobras are flores de calabaza frita (fried courgette flowers), migas de sémola (fried semola with pork), fritilla de San Agustín (stewed chicken), puchero con espinazo (broad bean stew), puchero de hinojos (fennel stew) and caldo de pimentón (sardine and pepper soup). Sweet treats include buñuelos (doughnuts), pan de higos (fig bread) and the flores de calabaza can be covered in sugar and eating as a sweet.
FESTIVALS
Popular festivals in Lobras are Fiesta de San Marcos, Fiesta de la Siega y las Parvas and Fiestas en Honor a San Agustín. More>
WEATHER FOARECAST
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TOURIST OFFICE
The tourist office of Lobras is located in the Town Hall. More>
NEARBY PLACES
The neighbouring villages to Lobras are Juviles, Cádiar and Torvizcón
DIRECTIONS
Lobras is 92km from Granada city. Take the A-44 followed by the A-348, and finally the GR-9027.
