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Things to see in Linares, Jaén (Spain): 14 places and when to go
Linares, Jaén is a town in Spain with around 60,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 14 places in and around it, mainly History (10), Temples (2), Museums and art (2). The best known are Baeza, Spain, Baeza Cathedral and Castulo. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 22. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Spain · 38.0833, -3.6334
- Population
- About 60,000
- Places
- 14 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (10) · Temples (2) · Museums and art (2) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- AGP Málaga, 174 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Baeza, Spain, at 769 m.
What to see in Linares, Jaén
The places in and around Linares, Jaén, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Baeza, SpainHistory17 km
- Baeza CathedralRoman Catholic cathedral in Baeza, Andalusia, Spain18 km
- CastuloIberian town and bishopric in the Andalusian province of Jaén, in south-central Spain5.4 km
- Burgalimar CastleCultural property in Baños de la Encina, Spain16 km
- Giribaile CastleRuined Spanish fortification14 km
- Castillo de EspelúyCultural property in Espelúy, Spain21 km
- Museo Arqueológico de LinaresCultural property in Linares, Spain1.1 km
- Antiguo Hospital de San Juan de DiosMonument1.1 km
- Santuario de ZocuecaCultural property in Guarromán, Spain18 km
- Gil de OlidCultural property in Baeza, Spain18 km
- PeñalosaArchaeological site17 km
- Camino Natural Via Verde del GuadalimarHiking7.0 km
- Museo Cerezo MorenoMuseum of Villatorres, Spain18 km
- Palacio ZambranaHistory774 m
When to go to Linares, Jaén
The best time to visit Linares, Jaén is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:38
- FebPossible10:35
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time13:00
- MayBest time14:04
- JunBest time14:38
- JulPossible14:24
- AugPossible13:29
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:59
- NovPossible9:54
- DecPossible9:22
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 22. In April, 14 of the 14 places are at their best.
When to go to Spain in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Linares, Jaén
The nearest main airport is Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP, Málaga), 174 km as the crow flies. How to get around Spain (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Santa Elena6 places30 km
- Jaén, Spain25 places38 km
- Marmolejo5 places47 km
- Cabra del Santo Cristo11 places52 km
- Alcaudete5 places68 km
And all of Spain, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Linares, Jaén?
The best known: Baeza, Spain, Baeza Cathedral, Castulo, Burgalimar Castle, Giribaile Castle. In all, 14 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Linares, Jaén?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 22.
How do you get to Linares, Jaén?
The nearest main airport is Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), 174 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Linares, Jaén as the destination and these 14 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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