Jardín Botánico (Botanical Garden) Umbría de la Virgen

A beautiful location with views over María and the countryside.

The gardens are situated just outside María. Just beyond the western exit from the village is a left hand turning, follow this road past the Ermita Nuestra Señora de la Cabeza to the gardens. They are...

Hidden gem

While staying at the campsite at Maria, visited this place. We were the only visitors - its a bit off the beaten track but well worth the effort. Other reviewers have described how to get there. We ha...

Interesting walk through the gardens and countryside

After Velez-Blanco, as you travel out of Maria (towards the camping and La Piza which are both on the right) the Botanic Gardens are signposted on your left (2km from the main road). Open May-Sep 0...

Interesting garden with amazing mountain views

Lovely setting with a walk through different zones showing the indigenous plant species. There's an insect hotel, a small frog pond and plenty of resting places to enjoy the mountain views. Depending ...

Interesting selection of plants

Take the main A317 road from Velez Rubio through Velez Blanco, passing its imposing castle & continue on towards Mariá. Pass through this latter village for approximately a further 1/2 km & "Umbria de...