A range of mountain and beach activities in Murcia designed to reduce stress and anxiety levels The Costa Cálida and the Region of Murcia are probably best-known to visitors for the climate, the beaches..
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The lunar badlands of Gebas and the reservoir of Algeciras The village of Gebas is located in the Sierra Espuña and is popular with daytrippers and walkers, due partly to the cooling pine forests..
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Trace more than 2,000 years of history in Murcia with visits to these impressive archaeological digs and museum sites! While there is no doubting the marvellous sights and recommended visits to be..
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Hacienda del Álamo in the municipality of Fuente Álamo Hacienda del Álamo offers a wide variety of options for holiday rentals, holiday property or residential living, with different types of..
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The emblematic heavy rock festival returns to Mazarrón after an absence of 43 years! After an interval of no less than 43 years the Mazarock Fest, which in the late 70s and early 80s became one of..
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A 2,500-euro bonus prize for anyone who can beat the course record in Lorca! The 38th edition of the annual half marathon in Lorca, which coincides with the 50th anniversary of the local A.D. Eliocroca..
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Guided, multi-lingual day trips, wine tastings and coastal adventures that reveal the authentic charm of the Region See Murcia through fresh eyes with Raquel Tours, where every journey reveals..
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The refurbished palace welcomes back Lorca tourist office After the long refurbishment and restoration of the monumental Palacio de Guevara in Lorca the tourist office will be moving back to the building..
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A 16-kilometre hike in Alhama which climbs from 200 m above sea level to almost the height of Ben Nevis! The latest hiking route to be fully signposted and included in the regional register of Murcia..
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A very popular 500-metre-long urban beach with fine sand and full facilities Playa del Puerto is an urban Mediterranean beach, in the centre of Puerto de Mazarrón and is among the most popular of..
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Easily manageable sections of the 7,560-km route which runs from Cádiz in south-western Spain to Athens and Cyprus! The Region of Murcia has long been a preferred destination for cycling holidays..
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Remains of the 2,200-year-old Carthaginian "Muralla Púnica" which failed to protect the city from the Romans This centre contains part of the remains of the original wall which encircled..
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Fun, sport and nature at this unusual event on the largest beach of Mazarrón During the month of March this unusual “Crazy Run” attraction is available at the main beach of Bolnuevo in the municipality..
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A popular beach with surfers near the centre of Puerto de Mazarrón The Playa de la Reya is a long, curving beach which adjoins Playa Bahía, Playa de la Pava and the Cabezo de Gavilanes viewing..
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Offshore exploration of the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor along the Costa Cálida While enjoying the beaches, gastronomy, sunshine and landscapes of the coast of Murcia no-one should miss out on..
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See the spectacular Badlands of Gebas and experience the culture of this village in Alhama de Murcia This “Landscape and Culture” tour of the village of Gebas, in the foothills of Sierra Espuñ..
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Enjoy monuments in the centre of Caravaca and the natural beauty spot of Las Fuentes del Marqués! This 14-kilometre circular cycling route, taking you to many of the most iconic locations in the holy..
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Crystalline Mediterranean waters and spectacular scenery and marine life make for great snorkelling beaches in the Costa Cálida Now that the heat of summer has reached the Costa Cálida there is no..
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The Muralla Bizantina also contains remains of the Roman Theatre in its basement This is an interesting location, and can be added into any Cartagena itinerary as it is both a very attractive art gallery..
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Look at the surface of the sun, take a tour of the stars while eating tapas on a cruise ship and much more with the English-speaking team at Murcia’s Finca Astronomica Have you ever looked up..
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Monday evenings in Camposol are all about muddy paws, wagging tails and a proper catch up! The dreadful weather we’ve been having recently has forced the cancellation of the always popular Monday..
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A 300-metre-long cove near the beach of Percheles in Mazarrón Among the south-westernmost of the 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón is Playa de las..
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Explore the Senderos Azules hiking routes of the Murcia coast and countryside In the south-eastern corner of Spain the attractions of a day out enjoying Nature are more varied than many people realize..
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The Calblanque beaches are within a protected regional park The municipality of Cartagena is home to a series of beaches on the Mediterranean coastline which fall within the protected natural park..
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A low density sandy beach close to the private sporting port Playa de la Ermita is a small urban sandy Mediterranean beach close to the centre of Puerto de Mazarrón, one of a line of 33 along the..
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The Refugio Museo de la Guerra Civil in the centre of Cartagena Looking at the serenity and beauty of the port in Cartagena today it can be hard to envisage the destruction that the city suffered..
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Lorca is famed for the embroideries featured in the annual biblical processions in Easter Week (Semana Santa) One of the most impressive and ebullient expressions of faith which can be seen anywhere..
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The legendary US rock band are still touring and attracting sellout audiences After almost 50 years together Billy Gibbons, Frank Beard and Elwood Francis (replacing the late and lamented Dusty Hill..
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This vast 1800 metre long sandy beach is the second in a run of the three Barco Perdido beaches The Playa del Barco Perdido lies in the southernmost stretch of sand on the Mediterranean shore of La..
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An important sporting beach on La Manga del Mar Menor The Darsena de Dos Mares is a very important little sporting beach for all those who enjoy kitesurfing, windsurfing, dinghy sailing and stand-up..
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The cultural centre in Aledo The Centro Cultural Villa de Aledo is located in Avenida José Antonio, right in the heart of the old quarter of the town. It is a modern building, with all the..
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The resort has an 18-hole course, a 6-hole tuition course, golf academy and driving range Since it first opened in November 2004, the internationally recognised golf course at Hacienda del Álamo has..
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A golden sandy beach in at the beginning of La Manga del Mar Menor 150 metres long, this is a semi-urban Mar Menor beach Playa de los Alemanes is tucked away just a short walk from Playa Paraiso..
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A medieval-looking fortification housing massive Vickers guns in the mountains between Cartagena and Mazarrón Hidden away at the far end of the headland of Cabo Tiñoso, invisible to those in the..
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Obras Maestras de Pintura; Contemporáneos de Coronado This static art exhibition can be viewed in the Auditorio Infanta Elena in Águilas on a permanent basis and is located in the Sala de Exposiciones..
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Take your foot of the pedal as you wallow in the rhythms of Nature and local customs in rural Murcia! “Slow tourism” is a way of travelling which places the emphasis on tranquillity, getting in..
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Enjoy a true bird’s eye view of the Costa Cálida as you sample these adventure tourism offers Source: ITREM regional tourist board From time to time it’s always good to look at things from..
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800 metres of sand between Isla Grosa and the Dos Mares marina in La Manga Playa Alíseos runs between kilometres 4.2 and 5 of La Manga del Mar Menor, in a heavily built area with construction..
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The popular Murcia tour operator will run accompanied shopping excursions on the last Tuesday of every month in 2026 Taquilla Tickets is giving bargain hunters and market lovers a new reason to..
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Fishing has played a vital role in the life and development of Águilas over the centuries This guided tour takes participants on an informative journey through the history of fishing in Águilas..
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A stunning beach near Cañadas de Gallego in Mazarrón Playa de Percheles is among the south-westernomst of the 33 beaches which run along the 35 kilometre length of the Mazarrón coastline..
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Playa Grande-Castellar, a kilometre of sandy beach between Puerto de Mazarrón and Bolnuevo The Playa del Castellar is a vast semi-urban Mediterranean beach, one of the 33 which are to be found along..
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Guests booking directly through the website can now enjoy a complimentary breakfast Colina del Emperador, a family-run boutique beach house in La Manga del Mar Menor, has introduced a new benefit..
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500 metres of sandy Mediterranean beach in the south of La Manga del Mar Menor Playa Calnegre is sometimes referred to as Playa de Monte Blanco, and is not to be confused with the beaches of the..
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A long wild beach on the Ifre-Cañada de Gallego coastline in Mazarrón Among the south-westernmost of the 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón, between..
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The easternmost of a series of rocky coves and nudist or wild beaches in Mazarrón One of 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón between the municipalities..
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This popular tour shows many of the hillside defence fortifications which have protected Cartagena over the centuries A stop-off at the Fuerte de Navidad is a popular option among visitors to the..
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700-metres of well used sandy beach with views towards Isla Grosa Playa el Galán runs between kilometres 7.2 and 6.5 on the Mar Menor side of La Manga in a heavily built area which contributes..
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Part of a run of spectacular rocky coves, nudist beaches and wild beaches in Mazarrón One of 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón between the municipalities..
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The “Mastia” garden is designed to educate about local eco-systems In April 2018 Mazarrón became the first municipality in the Region of Murcia to open an educational bio-garden for local..
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Your trusted real estate experts in the Mazarrón area in the south of Murcia Since its founding in 2017 by Lee Fisher, Camposol Property Sales has been dedicated to making the process of buying..
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The remains of a thermal baths complex and a temple to the deities Isis and Serapis on the Molinete hill in Cartagena When the importance of Carthago Nova, the Roman city which evolved into Cartagena..
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Sports and activities to do on and around the Santa Rosalía Lake andLife Resort Nestled in the heart of Santa Rosalia Lake andLife Resort lies an oasis of sports and leisure activities, catering..
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An important sporting beach on La Manga del Mar Menor The Darsena de Dos Mares is an extremely important little sporting beach for all those who enjoy kitesurfing, windsurfing, dinghy sailing and..
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Tuesday afternoon visits to the most outstanding monuments in the historic city of Lorca If you speak enough Spanish then one of the best ways of starting to learn about the old city centre of Lorca..
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A 500-metre stretch of sand on the shore of the Mar Menor Playa El Pedruchillo occupies a sweeping curve just south of Punta el Pedruchillo, a rocky outcrop looking out towards Isla Grosa, about..
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The Regional Park of Las Salinas y Arenales of San Pedro del Pinatar The Regional Park of Las Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar is a wetland area which covers 856 hectares, and includes..
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Half a dozen plans for a day away from the beach in the Costa Cálida! School’s almost out for summer, and thousands of families will be heading from all over Europe to the Costa Cálida for their..
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Just a few of the natural gems of Murcia, put them on your “must visit” list! Most visitors know the Region of Murcia as a beach holiday destination, but in fact the variety of landscapes..
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Regular markets throughout the municipality Spanish street markets are a great way to pick up some amazing bargains and offer an enormous range of products for sale, including clothes and accessories..
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The castle and the Sagrera windmill both offer stunning views, and the CIMAR Aquarium and railway, Hornillo and archaeological museums all offer interesting journeys into the past... The municipality..
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The Playa de la Pava is a small, curving beach located in a semi-urban environment. The Playa de la Pava is a Mediterranean beach in the built-up area of Puerto de Mazarrón, one of a line..
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Restaurants in the Region of Murcia included in the Michelin Guide The Region of Murcia boasts a typically Mediterranean culinary and gastronomic tradition, with plenty of delicious dishes to choose..
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Over the weekend of May 18 museums all over Murcia will be opening their doors to the public free of charge Every year, International Museums Day is celebrated throughout the world, with thousands..
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Cartagena Spain, El Museo Militar The Military museum, Cartagena Spain Anyone with an interest in military history or weaponry could lose themselves in this museum for days, as it is absolutely..
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Visit the top beaches on Spain’s Costa Cálida in Murcia The Costa Cálida on Spain’s southeast coast has hundreds of the highest quality beaches in the country, if not in Europe. The Costa..
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La Senda del Dinosaurio high in the mountains behind Alhama de Murcia 1.5 - 2km in length, perfect for a young family looking for a gentle stroll through the woods. This is a charming walking..
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Magnificent views over the countryside in the north of the municipality of Lorca The Town Hall of Lorca has unveiled a new and spectacular fully signposted walking route in the north of the vast municipality..
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Take your pick from the huge choice of beach locations and activities in the Costa Cálida With the weather warming up after a distinctly grim first three weeks of March, and the Easter holidays just..
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The Lorca Carnival celebrations continue to grow year after year A couple of changes have been made to the Carnival celebrations in the city of Lorca over the last couple of years, with the decision..
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Expert solar solutions with top-quality equipment and personalised service If you’re thinking about solar energy, there’s never been a better time to go solar in sunny southern Spain. Ecocorp Solar..
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Get organised day trips and access to big events and activities in Spain from Taquilla Tickets If you’re seeking excitement, adventure and entertainment in the sun-soaked Region of Murcia, look..
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270 images by 66 photographers at 14 points in the busy streets of Cartagena Images taken by 66 photographers have been placed on display around the centre of Cartagena, where they will remain in public..
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The spectacular embroideries of Semana Santa in Lorca can be seen throughout the year in these four museums Lorca embroideries are famed throughout Spain Every town and city in the Region of..
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Top viewing points from La Manga del Mar Menor to Águilas Source: ITREM Wherever you go in the Mediterranean, if offered the choice you’ll always opt for a place with a balcony and a sea view..
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From scents to puzzles, the park’s creative activities help animals stay active, curious and content in their natural habitats Terra Natura Murcia is taking animal care to the next level with its..
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A long sandy Mar Menor beach on the Mar Menor coast of La Manga Playa Chica is a long, thin Mar Menor beach, located towards the northern end of La Manga del Mar Menor between kilometre 16.4 and..
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Recommended excursions for groups or individuals La Unión lies within the Comarca del Mar Menor and is completely enclosed by the Cartagena municipality, so is an easy drive for anyone staying within..
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One of three dog-friendly beaches in the municipality of Mazarrón Playa de las Moreras is a semi-urban Mediterranean beach, one of the 33 which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline..
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A Lent performance in the parish church of Santiago el Mayor in Totana Two free concerts are being given over the weekend of 28th February and 1st March featuring the Passion of St John by composer..
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A 1.7-kilometre-long Mar Menor beach with soft golden sand Playa Lebeche is one of a series of narrow beaches fringing the central area of La Manga on the Mar Menor side and runs for 1,700 meters..
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A great area area for walking with several wild and picturesque beaches 1,882 hectares of land in Calblanque have been a protected nature reserve since 1987 in recognition of the fact that the..
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¡Dílo, Reina! at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena in Águilas This off-the-wall review of the history of drama tells the story of two 17th century actresses, La Calderona and La Baltasara, who are..
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900 metres of Mar Menor beach in the central part of La Manga Playa de Poniente runs between kilometres 7.2 and 8.1 on the Mar Menor side of La Manga in an area where the land has widened out sufficiently..
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The most successful musical of all time at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia Ever since it was first performed in London in 1986, Andrew Lloyd Weber’s The Phantom of the Opera has been delighting..
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Musical entertainment for all the family at the Auditorio Margarita Lozano in Lorca The latest offering from the Orquesta Sinfónica de Lorca is a concert on Sunday 15th March in which the programme..
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A curious vestige of plans to create a mini-Venice at the northern end of La Manga! The Puente de la Risa (the Bridge of Laughter) is one of the vestiges of an ambitious idea proposed by the pioneer..
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The route includes the flora, fauna and geological peculiarities of this stretch of coastline This walk along in the Cuatro Calas area, in the far south-west of Águilas and the Region of Murcia, includes..
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Fenicios, Mercaderes del Mar show some of the items found on board the Bajo de la Campana wreck which was found off the coast of La Manga The ARQVA national museum of underwater archaeology in Cartagena..
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Centro de Visitantes Ricardo Codorníu A central information point for visitors to Sierra Espuña It can almost be said that Sierra Espuña was created in 1889, the inspiration of one man, Ricardo..
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Discover the mining history which has shaped the town of Mazarrón over the last two millennia This tour of the old mines of Mazarrón in the mountains behind the town illustrates various stages of..
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A shingle and sand beach on the Mazarrón-Cartagena boundary which is also popular with surfers A 450-metre-long Blue Flag beach The Playa del Mojón is the easternmost beach in the municipality..
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Minigolf, leisure entertainment, bargain meal and minigolf packages; as seen on A New Life in the Sun with Snooker, pool, darts and table tennis with a spacious bar lounge and outdoor terrace seating..
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Main tourist attractions Cartagena Cartagena is a city steeped in history and has many fascinating locations to visit. These are the main attractions, although there are plenty of buildings and..
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The village of El Berro is a hub for rural tourism in the mountains of Alhama de Murcia This tour of the village of El Berro, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule..
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The mountains of Las Moreras are home to a Bronze Age settlement and varied flora and fauna The geographical feature which most immediately springs to mind in connection with the municipality of Mazarr..
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Baños de Lodo, San Pedro del Pinatar Las Charcas, San Pedro del Pinatar Covering an area of 170km, the Mar Menor is the largest salt water lake in Europe, The water is only 7 metres deep at..
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Artelor is celebrating its 25th anniversary at the Casa del Artesano in Lorca To celebrate its 25th anniversary the ARTELOR federation of arts and crafts artisans in Lorca is holding a series of events..
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A 7km walk along the Rambla del Cañar, Tallante-Isla Plana, PR-15 Level: Easy The rambla, a floodwater channel which is usually dry, runs from the coast at Isla Plana through inland to the..
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Learn more about the most popular liqueur in Spain on a guided tour of the factory and museum The tour includes tastings and a chance to pick up a great gift pack. The Licor 43 Experience offers..
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Adrenalin rushes for children and adults alike in some of the most spectacular scenery of Murcia Safe ziplines designed for children have become relatively commonplace in parts of the UK over recent..
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The “Sendero Azul”runs alongside the port and past the docks The Sendero Azul del Puerto de Cartagena is a gentle coastal walking route which runs from the Yacht club (next to the cruise ship..
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Visit and learn about the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio at your own pace A new tour is being offered in Lorca this summer of the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, enabling both visitors..
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An 11th century fortification in Águilas which was strategically important in the conflicts of the Middle Ages Image: Consejo de Agricultura Ecológica de la Región de Murcia - Caerm The ruined..
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The structure was in use until the late 20th century to supply water to farmsteads in El Alamillo Alongside the RM-332 as it skirts the north of Puerto de Mazarrón and just next to the El Alamillo..
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The village is a hub for rural tourism in the mountains of Alhama de Murcia This tour of the village of El Berro, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule of guided visits..
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One of a series of nudist beaches on the rocky coastline between Mazarrón and Cañada de Gallego One of 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón between..
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Treasures not far from the beaches of the Costa Cálida, selected by the Murcia tourist board We all know that the most common reasons for visiting the Costa Cálida are the warm climate, the fabulous..
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Costa Cálida Mediterranean beaches: Playa de Bolnuevo in Mazarrón The Playa de Bolnuevo is a huge semi-urban Mediterranean beach running along the coastline of the village of Bolnuevo, and is one..
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Museo Arqueológico Municipal Enrique Escudero de Castro in Cartagena The archaeological museum of Cartagena is a fascinating place to visit in itself, having been built around the archaeological site..
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Half a kilometre of sand near the Dos Mares marina in La Manga Playa La Isla runs for half a kilometre along the internal coastline of the Mar Menor and is the sourhernmost La Manga beach in the..
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From the Costa Cálida in the south to the mountains of Jumilla, fabulous landscapes and fascinating sights! Throughout the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida there are countless attractive..
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Grab a bargain every Friday, support your local group and help keep Camposol beautiful The Los Palacios Gardening and Community Group on Camposol Sector A is holding its weekly library every Friday..
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One of three dog friendly beaches in Mazarrón Playa Gachero is a semi-urban Mediterranean beach at the eastern end of the 35-kilometre Mazarrón coastline, close to the boundary with Cartagena...
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Healthy exercise on the river followed by a delicious lunch or dinner in Calasparra For many people summer in the Costa Cálida is limited to soaking up the rays on the beach and enjoying sundowners..
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Cartagena Naval Museum The Museo Naval of Cartagena transferred to its new location in May 2012. The Museum is located in a building which is generally referred to as the CIM building, CIM standing..
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The imposing might of the Fortaleza del Sol in Lorca A visit to Lorca castle makes the centrepiece of a great day out for families or those with an interest in history, its spacious grounds hosting..
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A 2.9-kilometre stretch of sand on the Mediterranean coast of La Manga Playa Estacio is a 2,900-metre-long semi-urban beach with an average width of 18 metres and fine, golden sand, typical of..
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El Centro de interpretación de la Mina las Matildes, La Unión The La Unión area has been exploited for its mineral wealth for more than 2000 years, feeding the growth of Cartagena and leaving..
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A range of traditional one-pot dishes characterizes different areas of the Costa Cálida and Murcia Whether you want to call them stews, casseroles or hotpots, the dishes made by “throwing everything..
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The CiuFRONT is housed in the old church of Santa María la Mayor in Lorca The church of Santa María La Mayor The church of Santa María la Mayor in Lorca is one of the oldest still standing in..
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Playa Cobaticas, Playa Sierra de Las Moreras, and Playa Gachero dog friendly beaches in Mazarrón The Town Hall of Mazarrón has produced a guide to the three beaches in the municipality which..
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Also known Playa de Junta de dos Mares on the coastline of Mazarrón The Playa de la Reya is a beach in the built-up area of Puerto de Mazarrón, one of 33 along the 35-kilometre coastline of the..
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15- and 11-kilometre routes with food and drink provided in the beautiful Ricote valley! This 18th edition of the Region of Murcia hiking day is a complete experience for lovers of the great outdoors..
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Plenty of desert course opportunities for golfers in the area around Águilas The town of Águilas in the south-west of the Region of Murcia is usually associated first and foremost with the spectacular..
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