Brenes

Brenes is a municipality quietly settled in the fertile plains of the Vega del Guadalquivir, just north of Seville. Its character is defined by the agricultural  bounty of the land and its straightforward, traditional Spanish lifestyle.

The town's history is rooted in its strategic location near the Guadalquivir river, a location that has sustained farming since Roman and Moorish times. The name Brenes itself may have an ancient, pre-Roman origin, but the town's current atmosphere is very much focused on the present rhythms of the fields. It is a regional powerhouse for citrus production, and during the harvest season, the air carries the sharp, clean fragrance of oranges and mandarins.

Brenes's most striking architectural features is the Baroque-Mudéjar style Parish Church of Inmaculada Concepción, built on the site of an old mosque, whose square bell tower stands tall against the flat landscape. Unlike the grand tourist centers, life here is intimate and authentic. It is a place where community thrives, marked by the daily gatherings in the central square and the deep commitment to local traditions and the strong, practical culture built around working the rich river valley soil.