A square surrounded by palm trees and several buildings. In the foreground on the left is a vintage merry-go-round, while a statue, well-kept green spaces and decorative streetlights adorn the square.

Jerez de
la Frontera

Published: 03 April 2025, 14:30

Andalusian zest for life

Off to sunny southern Spain! Off to Andalusia, where the sun shines on up to 320 days a year in some places! This is also the case in the town of Jerez de la Frontera in the province of Cádiz. How convenient that the refreshing Atlantic Ocean is less than twelve kilometres away. Around Jerez, not only do many olive groves grow, but also the grapes for the famous sherry. In traditional bodegas, you can taste the fine wines and learn more about the art of sherry production. Jerez is located about 90 kilometres south of Seville and, like Spain's fourth largest city, is considered the cradle of flamenco. This passionate dance, which includes resolute foot stamping and deep singing voices, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tradition is still actively practised in special flamenco bars and taverns. The magical atmosphere of flamenco culture unfolds in the evening, especially in the winding alleys of the old town. If you want to feel the true soul of Andalusia, don't miss one of these shows.

Numbers, data, facts

Time difference: none
Population: 215,000
Official language: Spanish
Currency: Euro (EUR)

Tapas, sherry and flamenco

A massive cathedral with a large red dome, towers and adjoining church buildings, embedded in a Mediterranean urban landscape. In the foreground, there are green trees and white houses.

In the historic city centre, surrounded by the typical white houses of Andalusia, stands the imposing cathedral with its magnificent dome. © GISTEL/stock.adobe.com

A cobbled street with sun-yellow old town houses. On the left-hand side of the street, there are restaurants and bars with tables and chairs outside. A church steeple can be seen in the background.

Jerez is the home of the world-famous sherry wine. You can sample different varieties in the traditional bodegas and bars of the old town. ©efesenko/stock.adobe.com

A bronze statue on a round square in a narrow street. It is framed by traditional Andalusian buildings with white and ochre-coloured facades.

You can experience authentic flamenco shows in the traditional Tabancos. A statue commemorates the famous flamenco artist Lola Flores. © Lia Aramburu/stock.adobe.com

A magnificent garden with flowerbeds, well-kept sand-coloured paths and a small fountain. In the background stands a building with a light pink façade. Cypress trees and a medieval fortress wall complete the picture.

Andalusian garden art: the beautifully laid out Royal Gardens are located in the historic complex of Alkazar, an 11th-century fortress. © GISTEL/stock.adobe.com

A coastal landscape with a blue sea and a narrow sandy beach with a few people. Scattered white houses with blue accents can be seen on the right.

From Jerez, you can be at the beautiful beaches around El Puerto de Santa María or Cádiz in just 30 minutes, where you can take a refreshing dip. © juanorihuela/stock.adobe.com

Andalusia – Oriental influences and Spanish tradition

White villages nestle on rocky slopes. Endless olive groves stretch to the horizon. The sweet scent of almonds and figs is hanging in the air.

Sunny Andalusia is the European region that lies closest to Africa. This is where the Orient meets the Occident, Moorish splendour meets Mediterranean architecture. Cities such as Seville, Tarifa, Ronda and Cádiz enchant visitors with their imposing palaces, white houses and old churches. On the squares and in the taverns, you can feel the vibrant life of the Andalusians. Here people laugh, sing and dance. A trip to Andalusia is also a journey into a world full of colours, scents and sounds – a feast for the senses and the soul. Jerez de la Frontera is an ideal starting point to discover the southernmost of the 17 autonomous communities of Spain.

White villages, magnificent cities – discover Andalusia

A large cathedral with a golden dome and two white bell towers. There are palm trees and white and beige buildings in the foreground.

Cadiz is one of the oldest cities in Europe and enchants visitors with its Mediterranean charm, beautiful beaches, picturesque old town and imposing cathedral. © Mik Man/stock.adobe.com

An impressive semicircular building with arcades, towers and a canal. In the foreground, you can see elaborately decorated blue and white ceramic railings.

Seville has plenty to offer: the impressive Plaza de España, the cathedral with the Giralda and the royal Alcázar gardens invite you to linger. © Delphotostock/stock.adobe.com

An impressive stone bridge spanning a deep gorge. The sun shines through one of the arches, while white houses and green vegetation line the rocky cliffs.

The town of Ronda is impressively situated on a rocky plateau. The famous stone bridge Puente Nuevo spans the deep gorge El Tajo impressively. © SeanPavonePhoto/stock.adobe.com

A village on a mountainside with a castle at its summit. The white houses blend harmoniously into the rocky landscape, surrounded by greenery and Mediterranean plants.

Picturesque villages nestled in the rocks: the white villages (‘pueblos blancos’) of the Sierra de Grazalema are typical of Andalusia. One of them is Zahara de la Sierra. © ttinu/stock.adobe.com

A coastal town with white houses and a historic church in the foreground. In the background, the deep blue sea extends to a coast and a passing ship.

Tarifa, the southernmost city in Spain, combines Andalusian charm with Moorish history and offers a view of Africa across the Strait of Gibraltar. © Juanamari Gonzales/stock.adobe.com