You no longer have to leave Seville to take a dip. Itsmunicipal pools and artificial “beaches”are practically in full swing this summer season. However, beyond thenearby beaches,summer can also be enjoyed with indoor plansthat include, as is the case here,one of the largest pools in Europe: we’re talking about Amurjo.
Amurjo, a pool on the Orcera River surrounded by pine trees
In the foothills of the Sierra de Segura, thenatural poolat Amurjo (Orcera, Jaén) feels likea refreshing paradise capable of accommodating 1,250 people at a time.
Over time, this site built in 1972 (the space was once occupied by an agricultural irrigation reservoir) has gradually transformed into the place it is today, welcoming thousands of swimmers every year.
Its dimensions measureapproximately 85 meters longand 20 meters wide, covering a total of 1,531 square meters surrounded by lush pine forests.
The water in this natural pool comes from the Orcera River, which continues its course after reaching the Amurjo area. Filling it requires about 4 million liters of water in a process that can take up to two days.
Prices and passes
This year, the Amurjo pool in Orcera opens its doors this Friday, June 12, and will remain open until the end of August.
Swimmers visiting this spot can enjoy its amenities from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM,except ondays with night swimming. These sessionsrun well into the night, and the price is only €1 more.
The popular pool features showers, a bar, anda restaurant, and the admission price is quite affordable, though summer passes are also available. While we don’t yet know if there will be any changes this summer, these were the prices for 2025:
- General admission: €4
- Reduced admission (children and seniors over 65): €3
- 10-visit pass: €32.70
- Single ticket: €39.24
- Family pass (cohabitants up to age 25): €76.30
As is customary, the site will offer a tourist train service from the town to avoid overcrowding in the parking lot.
Movies on the water and the full program for Aquasión Orcera 2026
In addition to the obvious attractions of this pool, there are aquagym classes (free for season pass holders), swimming lessons, and the Aquasión Festivalfrom June 24 to 28.An event that brings together music, stand-up comedy, summer movies by the water, and other activities such as hiking trails and paragliding demonstrations.
- Screening of the documentary From Picorzo to Peñalta: The Documentary, on June 24 at 10:00 p.m. (€3).
- Movie on the Water: The Little Mermaid (2023), June 25 at 10:00 p.m. (€3).
- Tribute to the Best of Úlitmo: June 26 at 11:00 PM (€10).
- Stand-up comedy (Carolina Noriega and José Boto) at 10:00 p.m. and a salsa masterclass at 11:00 p.m. on June 27 (€15).
- Hike along the trails: Sunday, June 28 at 8:30 a.m. (€3).
The Aquasión pass costs €26 (50% discount for young people under 30), and you can find all the details and theschedule at this link.
