The Saffron Path in La Mancha

Venamicasa invites you to experience the extraordinary process of elaboration of the best Saffron in the world, only grown, produced, manufactured and packed in the region of Castilla La Mancha, in the area of Toledo, exactly in the Township of Camuñas,a town that clearly shows all traditions of La Mancha.

Lives its cultivation, harvesting, pruning and dryed process, aroma, color and flavor throughout an interesting guided visit to the Saffron fields, Its cultivation, harvesting, pruning and dried process, always during the last week of October, from 24th to 30th.
An important economic activity, a sing of identity, a living tradition, a unique and extraordinary cultural legacy of traditions handed down through generations that well deserve to be know in its place of origin: La Mancha region.

 A cultural day trip that ends with a visit to El Cerro Calderico (Little Caudron Hill) with La Muela medieval castle and one the most famous cultural heritage of La Mancha Region: The 11 Wind Mills in Consuegra, present in the Spanish literature thanks to the famous book written by Cervantes: Don Quijote de la Mancha. A beautiful landscape unique in Spain.

Live the aroma, colour and flavor of the best Saffron in the world.

Direct sales at the most affordable prices.

Get FURTHER INFORMATION about the SPANISH LA MANCHA SAFFRON:

• The Saffron and its introduction in Spain by the Arabs. A living tradition in Castilla La Mancha, Spain.

• Cultivation and harvesting of the saffron in La Mancha, Spain.

• La Mancha Saffron. Designation of Origin.

In the area, very nearby to Camuñas, it is possible to enjoy also of the following activities, all of them national tourist interest, although you need to stay at less one night in the area:

• Spanish Cheeses with Designation of Origin La Mancha. Elaboration Process of one of the best cheeses in the world. 

• Visit to a traditional workshop forge, pottery and crafts.  

• Discover one of the most well preserved dug underground houses: The Silo del tio Zoquete.

• To know and experience living in a cave home in Campo Criptana.

• The City of Toledo, World Heritage City by UNESCO.