Located in the heart of historic Úbeda, the Centro de Interpretación Olivar y Aceite is a tourist and museum center dedicated to the dissemination of virgin olive oil. Situated in the Casa de la Tercia on Calle de la Corredera de San Fernando, the center occupies a building from the 17th century that has previously housed a library, a consumer office, and the Denominación de Origen Campiñas de Jaén.
The center covers more than 1,200 square meters and features various rooms including a museum area, exhibition rooms, cooking and children's classrooms, and conference spaces. It serves as a hub for promoting olive oil culture and oleotourism.
Launched by the Úbeda City Council in 2013, the center is currently managed by the Asociación Olivar y Aceite. This non-profit association brings together public and private entities - including local governments, oil mills, agricultural organizations, and tourism companies - all working to promote the culture of extra virgin olive oil.
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