Alto de la Pandera - Valdepeñas de Jaén
The old military base of La Pandera is the highest point of the Starlight Reserve of the Sierra Sur de Jaén and an emblematic place for observing the night sky. At its peak there is a large esplanade, which has been a meeting place for astronomers for centuries. The site is highly recommended for more expert amateurs, offering both dark conditions and clear visibility; at more than 1,800m, the atmospheric transparency is excellent, offering great opportunities for observation and planetary photography. To get there, you just have to take the detour on the road that connects Los Villares with Valdepeñas de Jaén and go up to the heliport, located at the top.
Note: on some days, laminar airflow phenomena may occur in which case it is preferable to observe on the esplanade next to the buildings rather than on the heliport.