Love it or hate it, bullfighting is an important part of Spanish heritage with most people only learning about it from a short visit to a bullring. Reservatauro Ronda has changed that and allows people to see a more in depth perspective of bulls and bullfighting.
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This is a working breeding farm of fighting bulls and pure Andalusian horses, located just 5 km from Ronda. It was created by the bullfighter Rafael Tejada. It is open to the public, giving visitors the opportunity to share in the lives of these fantastic animals throughout all their breeding stages and their fascinating selection process, as well as interact with them.
Reservatauro offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the environment of the “king of the meadow”. During the tour, you’ll be guided by professionals who will teach you about various aspects of bull keeping, the selective breeding process, and provide you with the chance to observe the bulls up close. You’ll also have the chance to see erales and mother cows with their newborn calves. Furthermore, you can admire the fantastic herd of horses and their foals, born in the spring, while also observing the fauna and flora of the Serranía de Ronda.
Further reading
- Read about the bullring in Ronda here: https://rondatoday.com/plaza-de-toros-bullring/
- Read about bullfighting in Ronda here: https://rondatoday.com/bullfighting-in-ronda/
Reservatauro Ronda – Visitor FAQs
Reservatauro is a working breeding farm for fighting bulls and pure Andalusian horses, founded by bullfighter Rafael Tejada. Located just 5 km from Ronda in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the farm is open to the public and offers an educational experience that blends Andalusian culture, bullfighting heritage, and sustainable animal breeding.
Guests explore open pastures and breeding enclosures while learning about the selection of brave bulls—known as toros bravos—from calves to fighting age. You’ll also see erales and utreros (young bulls), mother cows with calves, and purebred Andalusian horses with foals. The surrounding Mediterranean oak forest is home to diverse native flora and fauna.
Reservatauro offers three main experiences:
Between Bulls and Horses – 70-minute tour through pastures and bull pens.
With the 5 Senses – A 2-hour deep dive that ends with Ronda wine and tapas.
Exclusive Visit – Private 2–3 hour experience with a guide and vehicle, including local wine and food tasting.
Yes. All tours are family-friendly and guided in multiple languages. Children often enjoy seeing the animals up close, and the peaceful countryside makes it ideal for a day out. The site also accommodates visitors with reduced mobility.
Unlike the bullring, Reservatauro allows visitors to see how fighting bulls are bred, raised, and selected—without witnessing a fight or kill. It’s an immersive, educational alternative that explores the culture and biology behind bullfighting, not just the spectacle.
Yes. The estate frequently hosts private events, team-building activities, conferences, and media productions. Its 200 hectares include oak forests, a 17th-century chapel, country house, and traditional Andalusian architecture—perfect for filming or photoshoots.
Reservatauro promotes ethical breeding and emphasizes respect for the animals. While some view any bullfighting tradition as controversial, the farm does not host fights and instead focuses on preservation, education, and natural behavior. One celebrated bull was even pardoned and allowed to live out his life at the farm.
Rafael Tejada, a professional bullfighter and former engineer, founded Reservatauro to share the bull’s cultural significance while preserving biodiversity. His background bridges tradition and sustainability, making the farm a unique reflection of modern Andalusian values.
In addition to bulls and Andalusian horses, you may see eagles, deer, rabbits, and native plant species unique to the Serranía de Ronda. The landscape is a classic Mediterranean dehesa—open oak woodland used for sustainable grazing.
To book your visit, we recommend using the booking link on Ronda Today. It connects you directly with Reservatauro while helping support our site at no extra cost to you. You’ll find tour options, availability, and secure reservations—all while helping us continue to provide free guides and local insight
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