A village located in the south east of the province, in the Sierra Subbetica mountains, which is part of Sierra Subbetica Natural Park, with its high limestone peaks and valleys of holm oaks, gall oaks and white poplars on river banks. Olive cultivation is the main agricultural activity here. Wihtin its boundaries stands part of Iznajar Reservoir, which provides the landscape with a most scenic touch.

The village stretches at the foot of the Sierra de Rute, and consists of steep streets of clean, whitewashed houses, which are attractive and blend into their surroundings to perfection. Rute is famous for producing liqueurs and brandies.

General information

Tourist Area: La Subbética Province: Córdoba Distance from the capital (km): 94 Altitude above sea level (m): 635 Area (Km2): 132.40 Nº of inhabintants: 10452 name for people: Ruteños Postal code: 14960