Loja is a full service, historic town in the west of Granada province in Andalusia. Bordering North Iznajar (Province of Cordoba), Zagra, Algarinejo and Montefrio; to the South, Alfarnate (Province of Malaga), Zafarraya and Alhama de Granada; to the East with Huétor-Tájar, Villanueva Mesía and Salar and to the West with Villanueva del Trabuco, Archidona, Villanueva de Algaidas y Villanueva de Tapia (Province of Malaga). We have homes available in pretty much all of these towns as well, by the way!
The town is surrounded by the "Sierrea de Loja" which provides stunning views as well as being popular with hunters, archaeologists and pot-holers as well as walkers, mountain bikers and horse trekkers. Loja, was an old Moorish town and this is reflected in the streets of the Alcazaba, or fortress section of the tow. Subsequently grandiose temples and civil buildings were built to reflect that towns prosperity.
Strategically placed in the heart of Andalusia, it represents an ideal base for exploring the region. Located just by the A-92 motorway, Loja also has a railway station and will shortly be linked to the new High Speed Rail network. Malaga airport is about 45 minutes away whilst Granada airport is about 35 minutes away. In Loja there are numerous springs such as the one which feeds the Fuente de la Mora or fountain of the Moorish maiden.
The Antigua Casa de Cabildos, located on the Plaza de la Constitucion and currently housing the public library is a beautiful example of the 16th century architecture. The Alcazaba and Caserón de los Alcaides Cristianos is a 10th century fortified area on a hill in the heart of Loja. The climate is mild and quite dry, with temperatures reaching 40-42ºC during the summer months, to -5/-7ºC on the coldest winter days.
The owner of "Son Of Bert" had this to say about Loja
Loja is 55 kilometres from Granada. Washed by water from many different rivers and streams, the town has important historic monuments, with palaces, churches, convents, gardens and stately houses. Especially outstanding are the Encarnación Church, built in the 16th-18th centuries, with the Cultural Property designation, and the Alcazaba, the old fortress. There are also numerous guided tours available, exploring Loja's most emblematic places. It is well worthwhile visiting the Sierra Martilla site, home to a Megalithic necropolis and a settlement from the same period.
Loja has a large number of fountains and natural springs to be found in different parts of the town centre, such as its 25-spout fountain, and Fuente Santa, renowned for the medicinal properties of its waters. The countryside is at the heart of life in this town. The surrounding area is ideal for cycle touring and adventure sports such as caving and paragliding, not forgetting fishing at the Riofrío intensive preserve.
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