Peaceful and serene would be some people''s description of a holiday and Riofrio is all that and more.
Imagine taking a walk in the Spanish countryside or fishing whilst enjoying the ambience of the surroundings. Riofrio offers this calmness to its visitors all through the year.
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| The clear waters of Riofrio |
Riofrio is best known for its sturgeon
fish farm, which is considered to be the only certified organic farm in the
world.
This stunning fish farm brings in the bulk of
the area’s economy.
The Piscifactoría de Sierra Nevada is, in fact,
the world’s first organic fish farm. They utilize a water purification
system that utilizes vegetation to filter the water and they make their own
fish food.
Wine connoisseurs should head to Rio Frío where
trout and caviar are the town’s claim to fame. In fact, the area’s
sturgeon farm produces ample amounts of sturgeon caviar of exceptional
quality. The caviar is actually the greatest caviar in all of Spain and one of the best in the whole world.
If you have the chance to sample some of this delectable treat, don’t miss it!
If you have the chance to sample some of this delectable treat, don’t miss it!
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| Caviar from Riofrio |
The sturgeon is one of the oldest fish in existence. Fossils of these
fish appear as far back as two hundred million years ago. Sturgeon do not have vertebrae but a cartilage along their
back. Sometimes this is damaged, but they are capable of regenerating
this cartilage themselves.
Visiting Groups must consist of at least 20
people and the cost is 60 euros each.
The visit includes a guided tour and tasting of two
different types of caviar of 10 grams each.
Visits must be booked at least two weeks in
advance.
The village is very small with just about three
hundred occupants but many visitors pass through to take a look at the
fish farm and to taste the ever popular Riofrio trout.
The fishermen or the 'always wanted to be fishermen'
are also welcome to try their hands at catching a trout or two; a fishing
permit is required but this can be easily obtained.
The most popular dish being trout, baked in tomato, garlic, and onions, the trout can be extremely succulent.
Try some trout pan-fried in a little bit of olive oil
and fresh garlic for a delightful dinner.
The first recorded catch of a trout dates back to the year 1664 and presently
the village is said to be selling an estimated 500, 000 kilograms of trout on a
yearly basis.
Whilst fishing may be the number one tourist attraction, it is certainly not the only attraction applicable to Riofrio; every Sunday morning the market at the centre of Riofrio comes alive with crafts and wares and other miscellaneous items making the morning very interesting and eventful.
Whilst fishing may be the number one tourist attraction, it is certainly not the only attraction applicable to Riofrio; every Sunday morning the market at the centre of Riofrio comes alive with crafts and wares and other miscellaneous items making the morning very interesting and eventful.
Walking around the outdoor market
stalls and taking in the armours from the many restaurants preparing the Sunday
lunches is a delight.
In Rio Frío, tourists will be delighted with a
sixteenth century bridge that remains in remarkable shape.
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| Pack horse Bridge - Riofrio |
A racehorse stable offers tours to interested parties.
For the auto enthusiast, an automobile museum
hosts a number of classic cars.
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