There is a place in Córdoba where the mountains meet the river, and the countryside yields to the murmur of the Guadalquivir. Just fifteen minutes away, among rockrose bushes, wheat fields, and shimmering waters, lies Villafranca de Córdoba — a town steeped in tradition, alive with the land, and rich in ancient history.

From above, the mountains overlook the valley, and at their feet, the whitewashed houses of Villafranca face the open countryside. Here, on the edge of the Sierra de Cardeña-Montoro, green and ochre tones alternate with the passing seasons. In spring, wildflowers brighten hiking trails, and traces of the elusive Iberian lynx are not uncommon.

In summer, the cool waters of the Guadalquivir invite you to set sail, while children laugh and play at Aquasierra, the only water park in the province. When autumn arrives, visitors swap swimsuits for hiking boots, venturing into the silence of the hills and the oak-dotted paths.

Villafranca is not just visited — it’s lived.

You can sleep in a cabin over the water, a family-friendly campsite, a cozy hotel, or a charming hostel. When you wake up, the choice is yours: fly over the countryside in an ultralight, trace the legacy of the Marquisate of Priego through its historic buildings, or simply enjoy fresh eggs on a sunny terrace as a prelude to the Great Huevada festival.

Because here, eggs are more than food — they are culture, celebration, and identity. As are the romerías, walks among olive groves, evening conversations, and the names of those who shaped the town’s past, like Alonso de Cárdenas Jurado or Father Luis Pérez Ponce.

Villafranca de Córdoba — 365 days to discover it.