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Private tour: The origin of Iberico Ham

The Montanera is already here: from October to February, ripe acorns fall from the holm oaks, a feast for the Ibérico pigs that roam free in the Dehesa.Book your tour now, this is a beautiful time to visit the Dehesa de Los Pedroches!We are farmers at Las Lagartosas, and one of our main passions is to explain and show the origin of the Ibérico Ham to our guests. During our private tour "The Origin of Ibérico Ham” we will first take you to our Ibérico store and then show you the largest holm oak forest in Europe, The Dehesa de Los Pedroches. You will also have the opportunity to see our Ibérico pigs and the native Retinto cattle that roam freely together, and you will hear all about how we breed them and their diet.At lunchtime, in our farmhouse, the Cortijo de Las Lagartosas, and surrounded by thousands of holm oaks, We will eat Iberico Ham and other delicacies from our land.This experience is recommended for the whole family, you will just need to wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing. We will be waiting for you and accompany you at all times.The price below is an example for a visit with a tasting of Ibérico Ham and other Ibérico products for a group of 4 people. But let us know what your plans are, we will be happy to personalize your visit. The Cortijo de Las Lagartosas is also a Rural House for accommodation. If you would like to relax and overnight in the middle of the Dehesa, please do not hesitate to let us know too.Ibérico pigs during the Montanera. Holm oakThe Retinto cattle, a native Los Pedroches’ breedWatching the Ibérico pig in the DehesaAcorn-fed Ibérico Ham from Las LagartosasTaking pictures of Retinto cattle

Price From: 55.0€ per person (taxes included)
Activities available in the following languages Spanish, English
Place Villanueva de Córdoba (Cordoba)
Duration  3 hours
Activity category Nature, Agrotourism, Gastronomy and wine, Enjoying ham
Who is it for? Adults without children, Families, Young people, LGBTQI+, Senior
Organising company LAS LAGARTOSAS - I LOVE JAMÓN
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