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Getaway 3 days, 2 nights

Immerse yourself in the magic of Territorio Sierra Espuña with accommodation in the charming town of Mula. Discover its rich culture with a visit to the El Cigarralejo Museum of Iberian Art and the City Museum.

Enjoy nature with a guided hiking experience along the impressive Espusendas trails. Head over on your own to Totana, and explore the Sanctuary of Santa Eulalia and the traditional Barrio de las Ollerías, full of pottery history.

Finish off with a typical meal in Totana, (we include the reservation) and enjoy the local gastronomy.

Places to visit:

Mula: Timeless Elegance & Historic Charm.

Nestled beneath the dramatic silhouette of the Castillo de los Vélez, Mula climbs the hillside in a captivating maze of stepped alleys, whitewashed façades, and grand aristocratic doorways. Classified as a National Historic-Artistic Site, a stroll through its streets takes you on a journey from its medieval Islamic origins to its opulent Baroque golden age.

You will pass magnificent manor houses like the sgraffito-adorned Casa Pintada, quiet noble squares opening onto the Mula river valley, and iconic monuments such as the Church of San Miguel and the Convent of San Francisco.

El Cigarralejo Museum: Secrets of the Ancient Iberians.

Housed in the majestic 18th-century Palace of the Marquis of Menahermosa, this museum holds one of Spain’s most extraordinary archaeological treasures. Step inside to discover the fascinating world of the ancient Iberians through the renowned collection donated by archaeologist Emeterio Cuadrado.

The display features more than eighty pristine grave goods, ancient weaponry, intricate ceramics, and stone sculptures. The absolute highlights are the rare votive horse carvings—offered centuries ago at a nearby sanctuary—which make this collection a globally unique jewel of ancient history.

City Museum of Mula: Uncovering the Local Legacy.

The perfect starting point to understand the soul of the territory. Located in a beautifully adapted historic building, the museum’s permanent exhibition, ‘El Legado de Mula en la Historia’, spans from prehistoric times to modern day.

What makes this collection truly remarkable is that every single artifact was excavated right here in the local soil, including rare pieces found nowhere else in the world. It provides the essential context to make every street and stone you see outside come alive.

Espusendas Trail Network: Hiking in Pure Nature.

Espusendas is more than just a network of trails—it is an authentic, eco-friendly way to connect with the wild heart of Sierra Espuña. Created by local nature experts under the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism, these handpicked circular routes thread through dense pine forests, deep ravines, and breathtaking mountain viewpoints.

Guided by professionals who have walked these paths for over a quarter of a century, you will discover the flora, fauna, and hidden corners of the Regional Park at an easy, enjoyable pace.

Sanctuary of Santa Eulalia (‘La Santa’): Mysticism & Masterpieces.

Hidden in a serene, forested fold of the Sierra Espuña foothills just outside Totana, this sacred site was founded in the 13th century by the Knights of the Order of Santiago.

Beyond its picturesque stone exterior lies a breath-taking artistic treasure: a stunning 16th-century Mudejar wooden coffered ceiling, a lavish Baroque altarpiece, and 48 brilliant wall frescoes painted in 1624, detailing 216 intricate figures across two panoramic bands. It is a peaceful sanctuary where history, nature, and spirituality meet.

Barrio de Las Ollerías: Living Pottery Tradition.

Totana is one of Spain’s premier pottery capitals, and the vibrant Barrio de Las Ollerías is where this ancient craft still breathes. As you walk through the historic Arco de las Ollerías down streets named after historic trades, you will hear the hum of potter’s wheels and smell the damp earth.

Local artisans still shape, glaze, and fire jars, earthenware pots (lebrillos), and traditional jugs using centuries-old techniques. Many master workshops open their doors so you can watch raw clay transform into art right before your eyes.

Totana’s Traditional Cuisine: Farm-to-Table Gastronomy.

Your journey culminates with an authentic feast of inland Murcian flavors. Totana’s gastronomy brilliantly bridges the high mountain harvests with the rich vegetable produce of the surrounding plains.

Your included lunch reservation invites you to savor slow-cooked rice dishes, traditional migas served with local sausages, hearty wheat-and-vegetable stews, tender roasted kid or rabbit, and crisp garden vegetables. Cooked and served in the town’s iconic handmade clay dishes, paired with regional olive oil and local wines, it is the ultimate taste of Territorio Sierra Espuña.