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Camas, land of Tartessos

Camas is a town in the Aljarafe with a privileged location within the Seville’s metropolitan area. Since the yesteryears, it has been a crossroads for travellers on the Ruta de la Plata. Given its proximity to Seville, it has become a popular dormitory town that today boasts large industries and shopping centres. 

Along with the many leisure activities in Camas, you can discover the history of the oldest civilisation in Spain, Tartessos. Did you know that the Treasure of El Carambolo was found in this town? It was a ground-breaking discovery that placed the great Tartessian city in Camas.

This Aljarafe town is also famous for its bullfighting tradition. It is the birthplace of great bullfighters, including the famous Paco Camino and Curro Romero. It remains a deep-rooted tradition in Camas, as is evidenced by two bullfighting clubs, a municipal bullfighting school and a local bullring.

The area of La Pañoleta is undoubtedly the best-known section of the town. Its wineries, where neighbours, travellers and artists come together, offer the best of Aljarafe cuisine. Try the lengua de toro estofada, a delicacy in Camas, served with a glass of good house wine. 

Now it is up to you to discover the treasures of this ancestral land.


Getting to Camas

If you are travelling from Seville by car, the fastest route is via the SE-30 ring road towards Huelva, and take the exit to Camas. 

By train, you can take the C5 Cercanías line from Seville. By bus, take the M-107 line from Plaza de Armas Bus Station. 

Another option is to cycle from Seville. The road from La Cartuja Island is about 7 kilometres from Camas. It will take you about 20 minutes. 


Getting around

The best option is to stroll through the streets of this charming Aljarafe town. Nonetheless, you could also bring your bike with you in case you want to cycle along one of the routes.


Reasons to visit

  • Visit the famous wineries at La Pañoleta and try the typical local dish, lengua de toro estofada. 
  • Stroll through the streets, admire the stately homes and visit the Nuestra Señora de Gracia Church.
  • If you are a devotee of Our Lady of El Rocío, live an emotive experience at the Shrine to Nuestra Señora de Guía when the Rocío confraternities from Seville stop there each year. 
  • Admire the beautiful views of Seville from the Cerro de Santa Brígida viewpoint.
  • If you are a bullfighting enthusiast, you will love the bullfighting clubs, municipal bullfighting school and the bullring. 
  • Do not miss the Feria de Camas held in honour of the Our Lady of Sorrows in September. A lively atmosphere and impressive fireworks await you. 
  • Experience something new at Camas’ Olympic Shooting Gallery. The Andalusian Federation organises several activities and competitions here. 
  • Enjoy the town’s shopping and leisure areas, which also have cinemas. 


What to see 

Start your tour at the Plaza de la Constitución. Here you can visit the Nuestra Señora de Gracia Church, the town’s main temple. The high altar is presided by a statue of Our Lady of Graces, the patron saint of Camas. The church also houses the highly-revered sculpture of Santa Brígida, brought from Shrine to Santa Brígida that was destroyed by the French troops. 

Continue to explore some of Camas’ most emblematic streets on foot. Admire the façades of 18th-century stately homes. For instance, you will find the oldest square in the town in Calle la Cruz; a beautiful place to sit and rest. This very picturesque place is decorated with tiles and flowers. 

If you crave a snack, head to the La Pañoleta area, where you will find long-established taverns that serve delicious local cuisine. The roundabout with the Monument to Bullfighting, honouring the town’s bullfighting tradition, is located on the opposite side.

To finish your tour, visit the Shrine to Nuestra Señora de Guía, on the outskirts of Camas, towards Castilleja de la Cuesta. It is well worth a visit. Seville’s confraternities of El Rocío stop here every May in an emotive setting. 


Places to visit

  1. Cortijo de Gambogaz
  2. Shrine to Nuestra Señora de Guía
  3. Nuestra Señora de la Fuente Church
  4. Nuestra Señora de Gracia Parish Church
  5. Bullfighting Monument
  6. Central Park
  7. Plaza de la Cruz
  8. Cerro del Carambolo


Surroundings

Camas is about 5 kilometres from Seville in the Aljarafe region. It is located on the right bank of the Guadalquivir River, where the Carambolo and Santa Brígida hills blend into the natural surroundings. 

Comarca
Aljarafe
Extension
11.66 Km²
Altitude
8.00 m
No. of inhabitants
27.463
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