The olive route in San Juan, nature and food!

Besides having the famous Wine Route, San Juan stands out for its olive plantations and subsequent production of olive oil and table olives. Quality products that have grown the province economically and, having been a fundamental part of the area, could not be left out of tourist activities. This is how the Olive Route exists in San Juan.

It is one of the must-haves of this destination, being our basic suggestion to not hesitate and include it in your travel schedule. In fact, there are itineraries already armed with excursions including the visit to this place. To know the options, just click on the link.

Ideally, they can complement the visit to the Olive Route with the Wine Route. Both are fascinating and in addition to decoying into nature, they present you all of the most important products in the region: from the crops, the process of elaboration and tasting seasoning meals to the exquisite wine tasting.

WHAT IS THE OLIVE ROUTE?

As we explained in the introduction, the olive tree is a super characteristic crop of San Juan thanks to the climatic conditions that the area has. For this reason, the Olive Route extends between several San Juaninan towns such as: Pocitos, Rivadavia and the capital city of the province.

In each of these there are stops where you can learn about the planting and cultivation process, the care and harvesting of olive trees, including the elaboration of the traditional canned olives and the production of olive oil.

But that’s not all. During the route you are given the opportunity to learn how to cook and season meals with olive oil, depending on how you learn to make the most of this flavor that gives a special touch to many types of foods.

In short, the Olive Route in San Juan is composed of 8 stations or olive establishments that offer visitors guided tours, during which different ancient and modern methods for the production of olive oil are explored, in all its varieties.

THE 8 STATIONS OF THE OLIVE ROUTE IN SAN JUAN

1. La Salmuera: integral experience, since not only offers the possibility to know the secrets of olive oil, but also allows visitors to harmonize the different flavors with the meals of the factory restaurant.
2.   Don Julio Museum: in honor of the 3 generations of Sanjuaninos who dedicated their lives to the process of making quality olive oil. During the visit you know the local history and tradition, while learning about the olive oil production process, according to the ancient method.
3.   Olive trees of the Sun: guided walk in a top-notch olive park, to learn how canned olives and oil are prepared. Without a doubt, it is one of the favorite stops of the Olive Route. You can participate in a tasting of all the products they manufacture on site in the end of the tour as well. For those with more time, there is the option to have lunch and even stay in themed cabins.
4. Marias: you will know one of the most important companies in the province in terms of the production of olive oil, only in this case they specialize in using the highest technology, without leaving aside some traditions and knowledge inherited from the family.
5.   Olive Fields: ideal for those looking for a more boutique and intimate experience. Extra-virgin olive oil is manufactured in Olive Fields. Additional to knowing the process you will enjoy an exemplary nature. It is nestled between mountains and olive groves over 200 years old.
6.   Granja Pocitana: with more than 20 years in the national market, it produces olive oil, olives and almonds. They take guided tours of the museum of ancient tools from 1900, olive trees and irrigation system. At the end of the tour, tasting and products on sale are offered.
7.   The 14 Gourmet-Angelia: famous warehouse of the Angelia Gourmet line. In this, the processing and fractionation of products that are manufactured with the fine work of qualified personnel is known. After the visit, they also market a variety of products, delicatessen and handcrafted gifts.
8.   Dates: one of the family businesses most loved by the Sanjuaninos, as it has been making oils and olives for more than 40 years, contributing to the local economy. They also offer the possibility to taste through targeted tastings and other products of their factory, all of top quality.

Interesting without a doubt! So don’t stop living the Olive Route in San Juan. Remember that this province has much to give and that there is much more to combine. In that case, do not hesitate to seek advice from our travel specialists. From the experience, they will help you make the most of your vacation.