What to Visit in Riópar
Things to do in Riópar and Sierra de Alcaraz
Museum of the Royal Factories of San Juan de Alcaraz
The Museum of the Royal Factories of San Juan de Alcaraz in Riópar, Albacete, is a historic complex that houses the Royal Bronze and Brass Factories, which were once pioneers in metallurgical experimentation and were under the protection of Charles III. After an explanatory video, you can tour several rooms of the old factory, where you can see machinery used in the past, models of the figures that were made, etc. You can also find the Information and Tourist Office . Entrance to the Museum will be available until 45 minutes before closing time.
Winter schedule
Tuesday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM*. Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Sunday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Closed on Mondays .
*Afternoon tours are also available upon request by phone at least one day in advance.
Daylight Savings Time
Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Sundays from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Closed on Mondays .
Price of the visit per person
Adults: €2. Children (4-12 years), seniors, and disabled people: €1.50. Groups of 20 or more: €1 per person.
Winter schedule
Tuesday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM*. Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Sunday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Closed on Mondays .
*Afternoon tours are also available upon request by phone at least one day in advance.
Daylight Savings Time
Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Sundays from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Closed on Mondays .
Price of the visit per person
Adults: €2. Children (4-12 years), seniors, and disabled people: €1.50. Groups of 20 or more: €1 per person.
Source of the Mundo River (Los Chorros)
Source of the Mundo River (Los Chorros)
8 kilometers from Riópar, in the Parque de los Calares del Mundo y de la Sima, it is located in a valley, where the headwaters are formed by a wide rocky semicircle, with high vertical walls where the Cueva de los Chorros is located, from which the Mundo River plunges in a drop of more than 80 meters, forming one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Spain.
From a speleological perspective, it is one of the most remarkable caves in the country. The mouth of the cave is 15 meters wide by 25 meters high. It still remains a challenge, as only about 30 kilometers of highly complex galleries have been explored and mapped, where underground rivers flow, forming stalagmites and stalactites, waterfalls, and even lakes.
During the rainy and snowy season, a phenomenon known as "El Reventón" sometimes occurs, causing a significant increase in the river's flow and creating a spectacle for adults and children alike.
Old Riopar
Along with the towns of Villapalacios, Bienservida, Villaverde de Guadalimar, and Cotillas, it formed part of the Lordship of the Cinco Villas, a historic sub-region within the larger Alfoz de Alcaraz. The Alfoz belonged to the Marquisate of Villena, which was eventually annexed by the Catholic Monarchs to the Crown of Castile, within the Kingdom of Toledo.
The municipality includes a historical and cultural centre, the hamlet of Riópar Viejo, the former Rivus Oppae (or fox river), a medieval town currently restored and located about three kilometres west of modern Riópar.
The municipality includes a historical and cultural centre, the hamlet of Riópar Viejo, the former Rivus Oppae (or fox river), a medieval town currently restored and located about three kilometres west of modern Riópar.
Church of the Holy Spirit
You can visit the Church of the Holy Spirit, a 15th-century building declared a National Historic-Artistic Monument. It consists of a rectangular floor plan with five bays separated by arches. The roof is a wooden truss decorated with Mudejar-style paintings. Its interior is distinguished by its harmonious and simple style, featuring a wooden choir stall supported by a column and a beautiful baptismal chapel. The exterior features a solid bell tower.
On the mountainside, we can see the remains of the castle, of Islamic origin and rebuilt in Christian times, but only a few remains of the defensive wall and a few towers remain.
You can also visit the Esparto Museum, where you can see a varied exhibition of pieces made from esparto and other materials, as well as tools and implements formerly used in rural life.
Hours: Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
On the mountainside, we can see the remains of the castle, of Islamic origin and rebuilt in Christian times, but only a few remains of the defensive wall and a few towers remain.
You can also visit the Esparto Museum, where you can see a varied exhibition of pieces made from esparto and other materials, as well as tools and implements formerly used in rural life.
Hours: Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
El Caballo de Bronce Equestrian Club – Horseback Riding
Club Hípico El Caballo De Bronce is a young and dynamic active tourism and sports training company with more than 20 years of experience, and is the fourth generation dedicated to the world of horses.
The club has a private room and tack room for boarding guests, a classroom and tack room for the riding school, and restrooms. All facilities are wheelchair accessible, both in terms of size and architectural barriers.
The routes are open to children aged 8 and up, and the price is €25 per person for the 1-hour route and €45 per person for the 2-hour route. They also have a Pony Park, where adults can enjoy the route, while children can participate under the supervision of a tutor or instructor. The price is €10 per hour.
The little ones also have the option of enjoying the ponies. The price is €10 for 30 minutes for those not participating in the tour.
For inquiries or reservations, please call +34 622 22 39 72
2023 Season Prices
The club has a private room and tack room for boarding guests, a classroom and tack room for the riding school, and restrooms. All facilities are wheelchair accessible, both in terms of size and architectural barriers.
The routes are open to children aged 8 and up, and the price is €25 per person for the 1-hour route and €45 per person for the 2-hour route. They also have a Pony Park, where adults can enjoy the route, while children can participate under the supervision of a tutor or instructor. The price is €10 per hour.
The little ones also have the option of enjoying the ponies. The price is €10 for 30 minutes for those not participating in the tour.
For inquiries or reservations, please call +34 622 22 39 72
2023 Season Prices
CEA La Dehesa
A nature trail where you can see a large number of Spanish wildlife species living in semi-wild conditions. Along the way, you can observe birds of prey, such as eagles and eagle owls, as well as wolves and deer, among many others.
This is not a recommended activity for very young children, as you'll have to carry them in your arms for most of the route. It's 2 km long and takes about two and a quarter hours, with explanations from the instructors.
The tour is not suitable for strollers or pets.
Hours: Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Schedule: Winter (October 1 to April 30) At 10:45 a.m.
Summer (May 1 to September 30) At 9:45 a.m.
Information and reservations : https://www.cealadehesa.es/itinerario.php
Riópar Adventure World
An active tourism, leisure, and sports training company offering outdoor activities at the source of the Mundo River, including hiking, cultural routes, caving, canyoning, climbing, rafting, kayaking, family multi-adventure activities, and more.
Information and reservations: https://mundoaventurariopar.com/servicios-mundo-aventura-riopar/
This is not a recommended activity for very young children, as you'll have to carry them in your arms for most of the route. It's 2 km long and takes about two and a quarter hours, with explanations from the instructors.
The tour is not suitable for strollers or pets.
Hours: Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Schedule: Winter (October 1 to April 30) At 10:45 a.m.
Summer (May 1 to September 30) At 9:45 a.m.
Information and reservations : https://www.cealadehesa.es/itinerario.php
Riópar Adventure World
An active tourism, leisure, and sports training company offering outdoor activities at the source of the Mundo River, including hiking, cultural routes, caving, canyoning, climbing, rafting, kayaking, family multi-adventure activities, and more.
Information and reservations: https://mundoaventurariopar.com/servicios-mundo-aventura-riopar/
La Loma Rural Houses
Located in a unique and singular setting, the Los Calares del Río Mundo y de la Sima Natural Park, where you can enjoy nature in all its fullness. Just 650 meters from the center of Riópar.
