Puebla de Don Fadrique

02Geography

Puebla de Don Fadrique is situated at the foot of the Sierra de La Sagra, near the mountain known as El Calar. The municipality is strategically located at the intersection of several key roads, connecting it to various provinces, including Albacete, Almería, and Jaén. Its unique position makes it the only municipality in Granada that borders three different provinces.

03History

The area now known as Puebla de Don Fadrique was originally a settlement called La Bolteruela in 1241. It gained prominence after the Catholic Monarchs reconquered the region in 1488. The settlement was officially named in 1525 after Don Fadrique Álvarez de Toledo, who repopulated the area with people from Navarra, bringing with them unique customs and traditions.

• 1241 Existence of a settlement named La Bolteruela.
• 1488 Reconquest by the Catholic Monarchs.
• 1525 Renaming of the settlement to Puebla de Don Fadrique.
• 19th century Urban changes leading to independence from Huéscar.

Puebla de Don Fadrique is a historic municipality in Granada, known for its rich cultural heritage and unique traditions.

04Culture and Festivals

Puebla de Don Fadrique hosts several vibrant festivals, notably the celebrations for its patron saints, Alodía and Nunilón. These festivities include religious ceremonies and cultural activities such as bicycle marches and community gatherings. Another significant event is the Fiestas de las Ánimas, which take place from Christmas Eve to December 29, featuring traditional music and dances.

• Patron saints Alodía and Nunilón.
• Main festival Romería de Las Santas.
• Fiestas de las Ánimas dates December 24 to December 29.
• Typical dishes Vianda, perdices al chocolate, and cordero segureño.