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Cycling in Caravaca: an intermediate 50-km route to the villages of Barranda and ArchivelThis Caravaca cycling tour includes optional stops at two archaeological sites One of two recommended short cycling trips for those who are not accompanied by small children, this route is entitled “Culture, Water and Roots” and covers a distance.. 25/02/2026

The mountains of Sierra de la Pila in north-eastern MurciaA protected Regional Park which has barely been altered by human activity over the millennia The Regional Park of the Sierra de la Pila is an area of 8,836 hectares in the north-east of the Region of Murcia, occupying parts of the municipalities of Abará..

January 31 to March 8 MULAFLOR, the almond blossom celebrations in MulaGuided walks and great photo opportunities as the countryside of Mula turns pink and white! One of the features of late winter in many parts of the Region of Murcia is the pink and white almond blossom which dominates the countryside, and although the season..

7 slow tourism experiences in the Region of MurciaTake 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 touch with Nature and showing respect for the environment..

10 reasons to visit Jumilla in northern MurciaHistory, wine, breathtaking landscapes, a medieval castle and some of the most widely acclaimed Spanish wine! Jumilla, which lies in the “Altiplano” area in the north of the Region of Murcia, is one of the many towns in Spain which are full of..

A selection of ideas for a great day out in Moratalla!Active tourism, landscape and views, history and local gastronomy in the north-west of Murcia The town of Moratalla in the north-west of the Region of Murcia offers visitors a variety of rewarding experiences, mostly involving the mountains and views provided..

March 21 Guided visit to the snow wells of Sierra EspuñaThe restored snow wells in Alhama and Totana show how ice was created and stored for the city of Murcia in the past This unusual tour takes visitors to the snow wells near the highest point of the Regional Park of Sierra Espuña, centuries-old structures..

March 21 Free guided walk in the protected landscape of El CarmolíEnjoy a stroll on and around the volcanic plug of El Carmolí which looks out over the Mar Menor The small village of El Carmolí is a quiet place, fairly well off the beaten track considering its location on the inland shore of the Mar Menor..

March 28 Free guided tour IN ENGLISH of Gebas in the mountains of Sierra EspuñaThis “Landscape and Culture” tour of the village of Gebas, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule of guided visits in Alhama de Murcia last autumn and this latest edition on Saturday 28th March begins at 10.00..

March 29 Guided visit to the snow wells of Sierra EspuñaThe restored snow wells in Alhama and Totana show how ice was created and stored for the city of Murcia in the past This unusual tour takes visitors to the snow wells near the highest point of the Regional Park of Sierra Espuña, centuries-old structures..

March 29 Free guided hike to trace the steps of legendary bandit Jaime El BarbudoExplore the Sierra de la Pila in Abarán and see the place where a dramatized re-enactment of Jaime’s death in 1824 On 5th July 2024 it was exactly 200 years since the renowned bandit Jaime “El Barbudo” was executed in the Cueva..

The Ricote Valley, a natural paradise in the Region of MurciaA host of reasons to take a trip to this hidden valley just half an hour from the city of Murcia The Ricote Valley, with its green countryside and naturally isolated location, is in the heart of the Region of Murcia and is also sometimes referred to as the..

Getting away from it all in the mountains of Sierra EspuñaThe “green heart” of the Region of Murcia is a must for lovers of the great outdoors all year round! The Regional Park of Sierra Espuña is one of the great natural treasures of the Region of Murcia, with its marvellous landscapes, innumerable..

The Los Cocedores Blue Trail in ÁguilasAn eco-friendly walking and cycling route at the western end of the Águilas coastline The network of “Senderos Azules” (Blue Trails) is an initiative promoted in Spain by ADEAC, the Association of Environmental and Consumer Education, to..

The Tres Bahías Blue Trail in ÁguilasAn eco-friendly walking and cycling route encompassing the three main bays of the Águilas coastline The network of “Senderos Azules” is an initiative promoted in Spain by ADEAC, the Association of Environmental and Consumer Education, to..

Cycling tours in and around Caravaca for all the familyA brilliant healthy way to discover the city and surroundings of Caravaca One of the most enjoyable, healthiest and most environmentally-friendly ways to explore any location is on the saddle of your bike, and these guided excursions in the holy city of Caravaca..

10 sites to see prehistoric rock art in the Region of MurciaFrom Yecla and Moratalla in the north to Isla Plana in the south, Murcia was home to cave-dwelling artists as long as 10,000 years ago Hidden away in caves and rock shelters of the Murcia countryside is evidence that the forefathers of modern humans inhabited..

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7 hidden gems in the countryside of Murcia!Natural rural treasures in Murcia where you can hear the silent call of Nature this winter! As we tread the same paths and visit the same places day by day the Region of Murcia becomes ever more familiar to us, but do you realize how easy it is to stray.. 30/01/2025

Discover the magic of Christmas in inland Murcia!Tradition and beauty away from the crowds of the Costa Cálida and the big cities over the festive season If all you want for Christmas this year is to get away from the throngs of people in the shops and town centres of Murcia, bear in mind that the..