Near Albacete, the town of La Roda is a quaint nook with many attractions that make it an ideal holiday destination for all types of travellers. The origin of the place name is unknown, although it is believed to have come from the Arabic word rutba, meaning “place of taxation on livestock”, or "robda”, a Castilian word of Arabic origin meaning watchmen, as it is believed that there was a castle here that served as a shelter for them.
Check our cheap trips to La Roda and find the one that best suits your tastes, and come discover the old quarter, declared a Historic Site. Highlights include the church of El Salvador and the Esquina de Alcañabate, a curious Renaissance façade on a street corner. Continue the route and discover two of the oldest architectural sites in La Roda: the Lienzo de Doña Ana, a refined 16th century Renaissance façade with Plateresque ornaments, and the Casa del Inquisidor, a similar style building.
Make the most of your holiday with our package deals to La Roda. Many hiking trails start out from here. The Camino de Santiago de Levante, the Eastern Route of the Santiago Pilgrimage that crosses the province of Albacete and links the cities of Valencia and Zamora, runs through the town. Also, behind the bends of the River Júcar you can explore ash trees, poplars and willows as you take a break from the beating sun on hot summer days.
The cuisine, especially puddings, are one of the regions main attractions. You can't go home without trying the Miguelitos, a dessert made from puff pastry and cream. Why wait? Book your flight plus hotel to La Roda and enjoy your dream holiday. The town is 23 miles from Albacete, and this is where you’ll find the nearest airport. Buses leave from the regional capital and will have you in La Roda in 40 minutes. If you hadn’t thought of visiting this special corner of mainland Spain, now’s the time!
