An ancient haven safeguarded by a cooperative
In the heart of the Serranía de Ronda, a women-led team has been nurturing an ancient Quercus ecosystem home to archaeological sites from prehistory to the present for over two decades — guided by ecological values and a cooperative spirit.
From a shared dream to an inspiring benchmark
Get in touch with usOver 20 years ago, a group of people captivated by the Serranía de Ronda decided to come together and steward a natural haven dedicated to rest, learning, and culture.
The team, formed mostly by women, chose the cooperative model to foster dignified work and an ecological economy to care for this landscape.
“The great opportunity arose from the land's rich heritage: ancient Quercus oaks and archaeological traces from prehistoric times to the present.”
Today, it is a renowned space for biodiversity conservation, built hand-in-hand with Andalusian universities and rural cooperatives.
The values rooted in our project
We specialize in:
- Mutual aid: Support and care among our team members
- Responsibility: To our land and our community
- Democracy: Participatory management by all
- Equality: Equal opportunities and mutual respect
- Equity: In the fair distribution of work
- Solidarity: Human connection and harmony with the rural world.
- Open membership: Voluntary, free from imposition
- Economic participation: By every member in the project
- Autonomy: And independent stewardship
- Education: As the heart and soul of everything we do
- Cooperation: And genuine care for the community
- Sustainability: Social and environmental, in every decision we make
Knowledge
Educational and research endeavors
We are dedicated to preserving, researching, and sharing the natural, cultural, and historical heritage of the Serranía de Ronda.
We take part in research programs alongside Andalusian universities and scientific centers.
Awards received at European, national, and local levels
Innovative Tourism Project
“Innovative Tourism Project” Award by the Ronda Town Hall on Andalusia Day.
Innovation for Rural Women
The Rural Women Innovation Award, granted by the Ministry of the Environment.
Defense and Promotion of Organic Farming
Award for the Defense and Promotion of Organic Farming.
Innovative Tourism Project 2007
Innovative Tourism Project Award at the 2007 Tourism Gala held in Ronda.
Europa Nostra Award 2008
Awarded by the European Union and received from Her Majesty the Queen in September 2008, for fostering best practices in heritage conservation, encouraging the exchange of knowledge and experience across European countries, enhancing awareness and appreciation of European cultural heritage, and standing out as an exemplary initiative.
Best Tourism Project
Málaga Rural Award (4th Edition) for Best Tourism Project.
Best Cooperative Initiative
Arco Iris Award for Best Cooperative Initiative (17th Edition), presented by the Regional Government of Andalusia and received from its president.
Provincial Environment Award
Provincial Environment Award (5th Edition), granted by the Provincial Government of Málaga in the “Gaia” category.
Quality Certifications
Natural Park Quality Certification
EUROPEAN CHARTER FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM ACCREDITATION
CAAE ORGANIC CERTIFICATION SINCE 2001
SOYECOTURISTA CERTIFICATION
Press and media coverage
A selection of publications to help you discover the true essence of Algaba de Ronda.
María Sánchez, from the Algaba de Ronda estate, and livestock farmer Sofía Marfil, recognized as "exceptional women"
Get in Touch with Us
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Carretera Ronda-Algeciras Km 4.5 29400 Ronda (Málaga)
María Manager
+34 653 901 043
algaba@algabaderonda.com
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