Luque is a city quaint township with only over 3,000 inhabitants. It is considered as one of the most primeval towns in the whole province of Andalusia . It is 10 kilometers from the town of Baena and approximately 74 kilometers from Cordoba City.
The town of Luque ascends to the environs of the Tajo del Albarrogo highlands. Stopping over at this town will give you the opportunity to fix your eyes on the magnificent Sierra Subbetica mountain range. Crowning the zenith of Luque town is the Albenzayde Castle , a fortress with Moorish origins erected during the period of the Emirate of Omeye.
Aside from the historical sites that this town offers, this town also prides in the many olive plantations that surround it, making it one of the major producers of first rate extra virgin olive oil that we so love in our pasta, pizzas and salads.