A century-old pine forest, a landscaped garden and the Romería de Valme show the different ways you can explore Dos Hermanas: through nature, cultural heritage or a festival held on a set date each year.

Nature between forest and garden

Parque de la Corchuela is an 84-hectare nature park. It includes a century-old pine forest that provides plenty of shade; sports facilities and diverse wildlife also shape the park. Nature watching and exercise thus sit side by side as different ways to enjoy the park. Access is via the road from Dos Hermanas to Isla Menor, near the Isla industrial estate.

Parque de la Alquería del Pilar has a different character: it includes a landscaped garden of more than 13 hectares, with numerous old tree species of botanical interest. The garden’s layout is attributed to the French landscape architect Forestier. So size is not the only factor when comparing the two parks: pine forest defines the landscape at Corchuela, while at Alquería the focus is on the designed garden and the arrangement of its trees.

Parque de la Alquería del Pilar offers opportunities to observe birds and fish, as well as a children’s play area. There are also fitness trails and sports facilities. The park’s auditorium hosts major events. Alongside its trees, the garden offers visitors a range of other things to do, from observing nature and exercising to attending events.

Getting around with an app and landmarks

The Ruta Fotográfica de Dos Hermanas is a web app with geolocation and an exclusive audio guide feature. It offers content in Spanish, English, French and Portuguese. The photography route thus combines photo spots with digital audio and location features; its four language options are especially useful if you want to access the content in one of those languages.

Another landmark is Plaza del Arenal. It is a transport hub and is home to a railway station built in 1917 in the Neo-Mudéjar style. The square therefore combines a practical role in the town with a distinctive architectural feature.

The Romería and historical landmarks

The Romería de Valme takes place on the third Sunday of October each year. The image of the Virgin is carried from the parish church of Santa María Magdalena to the Ermita del Cortijo del Cuarto. Since 1976, the Romería has been recognised as a festival of national tourist interest. If you want to plan your stay around this tradition, check the specific event dates before you travel.

The town’s oldest temple also offers a special insight into architectural history: it is dedicated to Saint Anne and built in the Mudéjar style. Its 17th-century Baroque altarpiece contains a Gothic sculpture of Saint Anne. This combination of stylistic features makes the temple a clear destination for anyone interested in sacred art and architectural history.

In the archaeological area of Orippo, the remains of a military bastion stand at the highest point. The bastion was altered during the Arab period and in later times. This historic site adds an archaeological dimension to Dos Hermanas’ architecture and traditions.

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