Almuñécar – La Herradura Coronavirus COVID-19, Announcements

Social distancing, Keep Calm, and Wash your hands.  It is recommended everyone participate in the steps to avoid getting and/or transferring the virus. If you are planning to arrive in Spain from another country, you will need  two entry requirements: a health certificate and fill out a specific Spanish health form.  More details below.  Current covid numbers per municipality in Andalucía.

Travel & Covid Tests

Here is an interactive tool to enter your country of origin and see the current rules/restrictions for entering Spain and returning to your country.

Travel forms prior to arrival – Vaccination Certificate or PCR Test results shown on arrival?

Note: All passengers arriving in Spain as their final destination must undergo a health check on arrival at the first entry point.  This control will include, at least, the temperature measurement, a documentary control and a visual control on the state of the passenger.  Passengers in international transit are exempt from health control, however, they must also obtain a QR code.

Two entry requirements are needed: a health certificate and fill out a specific Spanish health form.  1.  Health certificate (applicable from June 7, 00.00 hours). Children under 6 year old exempt.

All passengers arriving in Spain from a country / zone of risk by air, sea or land, must have a valid health certificate to enter Spain. Current list of countries / zones at risk according to the Spanish Government. Health certificate options allowed:

1.1.  Vaccination Certificate: (at least 14 days from the last dose of vaccination) Travelers who are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus may enter Spain.  Passengers must be vaccinated with one of the formulas recognized by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) or by the World Health Organization (WHO); Pfizer-Biontech, Moderna, Astra-Zeneca, Jansen/Johnson&Johnson, Sinovac y Sinopharm.  Minors who accompany them may also enter.  However, in this effort to boost worldwide tourism, passengers from India, Brazil and South Africa are currently excluded from the new easing of entry requirements.

The certificate must be written in Spanish, English, French or German. If it is not possible to obtain it in these languages, the supporting document must be accompanied by a translation into Spanish carried out by an official body.

The vaccination certificate must include at least the following information: Name and surname of titular Date of vaccination, indicating the date of the last dose administered Type of vaccine administered Number of doses administered / complete regimen Issuing country Identification of the issuing body of the vaccination certificate

1.2. Diagnostic certificate. Accepted tests: NAAT (it includes the PCR test) and rapid antigen test (RAT).

1.3. Recovery certificate (up to 180 days from the date on which the sample was taken, no less than 11 days).

1.4  EU Digital certificate (as of July 1, if available by issuing country of citizenship) The EU Digital COVID Certificate will facilitate safe free movement of citizens in the EU during the COVID-19 pandemic. The certificate will be introduced in EU Member States. Countries can start issuing and using it already and it will become available in all EU Member States as of 1 July 2021.  Read the details on the official EU site.

2.   Spanish Health Control Form (information here). All passengers arriving in Spain by air or sea must complete a health control form before starting their trip.  Once completed, they will obtain a QR code that must be presented at the time of boarding and upon arrival in Spain.  In all cases, it is mandatory to fill out the Spain Health Control form (FCS).  You may access the form and sign it through the Spain Travel Health portal or through the apps for Android or iOS devices. Important: In the case of international cruises, a specific form is required to replace the SpTH (see form).

Free Covid Insurance for non resident tourists visiting Andalucía in 2021.   

Free Covid Insurance for non resident tourists visiting Andalucía in 2021.  Read details in English

When will Non-EU citizens or Americans be allowed to travel to Europe?

As of June 7th, Spain will open to all countries for tourism (with either EU approved vaccine certificate or negative PCR test within 72 hour of arrival)    Read more here. As of April 25, 2021, the EU is considering opening up this summer to vaccinated Americans.  Here is what we know so far and we will keep a close eye out and make updates to this post as we learn of new information. Here is an interactive tool to enter your country of origin and see what the restrictions are coming and going.

Vaccination Plan and FAQ’s

Follow this site for up to date information.  Original in Spanish,  Translation into English The Civil Protection of Almuñécar collaborates with the vaccination program against Covid-19 of our elders.  They will be facilitating the transfer to the Health Center for those in need. For those interested in this program, please call  607 604620 or 958 635822 to arrange the corresponding transfer.

The COVID vaccine for expats in Spain is a hot topic right now.  We all see the vaccination rollout going on and want to know how we will fit into the picture?  How will Spain know about me when I am not listed with the public healthcare system?  I have private health insurance, how do I get the vaccine?  Read more about covid vaccinations for expats in Spain and the current ages being vaccinated.

Announcements 

April 20, 2022

After two years, Spain ends indoor face mask rule
The covering, however, will remain mandatory on public transportation and in health centers, nursing homes and pharmacies.
Read more details here.

MAP & Covid Measures

This is an interactive map for all municipalities in Andalucia.  You can see the covid measures for “today”.

Update December 27, 2021   

Evolution of the accumulated incidence in # Andalucía.   Cases diagnosed per 100,000 inhabitants during the last weeks. #COVID ー 19.  They do have a daily list, which you can find on their facebook page here.

As of December 28, 2021  (266in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 266cases and in the past 7 days 166 cases.

As of December 17, 2021  (122 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 122 cases and in the past 7 days 64 cases.

As of December 10, 2021  (52 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 52 cases and in the past 7 days 3 cases.

As of November 11, 2021  (3 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 3 cases and in the past 7 days 1 case.

As of October 29, 2021  (8 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 8 cases and in the past 7 days 5 cases.

As of October 14, 2021  (4 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 4 cases and in the past 7 days 0 cases.

As of September 16, 2021  (14in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 14 cases and in the past 7 days 7cases.

As of September 02, 2021  (33 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 33 cases and in the past 7 days 12 cases.

As of August 20, 2021  (78 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 78 cases and in the past 7 days 35 cases.

As of August 06, 2021  (112 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 112  cases and in the past 7 days 48 cases.

As of July 23, 2021  (64 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 64 cases and in the past 7 days 29 cases.

As of July 09, 2021  (65 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 65 cases and in the past 7 days 34 cases.

As of June 25, 2021  (22 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 22 cases and in the past 7 days 9 cases.

As of June 11, 2021  (25 in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 25 cases and in the past 7 days 14 cases.

As of May 28, 2021  (41 cases in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 41 cases and in the past 7 days 14 cases.

As of May 14, 2021  (21 cases in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 21 cases and in the past 7 days 15 cases.

As of April 30, 2021  (60 cases in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 60 cases and in the past 7 days 14 cases.

As of April 15, 2021  (66 cases in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 66 cases and in the past 7 days 42 cases.

As of April 01, 2021  (40 cases in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 40 cases and in the past 7 days 11 cases.

As of March 18, 2021  (8cases in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 8 cases.

As of February 19, 2021  (44 cases in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 44 cases.

As of February 5, 2021  (122 cases in last 14 days)

In the past 14 days there have been 122 cases.

As of January 5, 2021  (3 cases in last 14 days)

From March to present, there have been a total of 500 confirmed cases and 5 fatalities in the Almuñécar Municipality. In the past 14 days there have been 3 cases.

As of November 16, 2020  (105 cases in last 14 days)

From March to present, there have been a total of 425 confirmed cases and 1 fatality in the Almuñécar Municipality. In the past 14 days there have been 105 cases (51 cases in the last 7 days).

As of October 28, 2020  (94 cases in last 14 days)

There have been a total of 245 confirmed cases and 1 fatality, in the Almuñécar Municipality from the start.  In the past 14 days there have been 94 cases (47cases in the last 7 days).

As of October 15, 2020 (50 cases in last 14 days)

There have been a total of 145 confirmed cases and 1 fatality, in the Almuñécar Municipality from the start.  In the past 14 days there have been 50 cases (25 cases in the last 7 days).

As of October 1, 2020  (17 cases in last 14 days)

There have been a total of 97 confirmed cases and 1 fatality, in the Almuñécar Municipality from the start. In the past 14 days there have been 17 cases reported.

There have been a few isolated positive cases of covid in a daycare center, La Herradura primary school and Al-Andalus secondary school this week. They have been contained and students aren’t attending class. Please be cautious, wash hands, wear mask, and stay home if you have any symptoms.  Read full article in Spanish here. The Almuñécar City Council, through the Department of Infant Schools, informs that it has activated the protocol for a positive case of a 1-year-old student known today, October 1, at the La Carrera Children’s Center from  Monday, September 28, this student, located in a mixed classroom with capacity for 15 students, had not attended school, and the mother went to the Health Center due to her fever and diarrhea. The pediatrician doctor, after the symptoms, has carried out the test and it has been positive. Today, after knowing the results, the corresponding protocol has been launched. In this sense, the liaison nurse has been notified to communicate what happened and establish the guidelines to follow. Las Gaviotas Public School, La Herradura has reported a positive case in a student due to Covid. “This student is at home since Monday and has not been to the center. The class where the case has been detected is confined for 10 days, as well as its tutor, awaiting evidence. These will be carried out as briefly as possible according to information from Public Health, who will indicate the steps to follow ”, according to the director of the Herradureño College. IES Al Andalus has known the positive case of a student, who has not gone to class since Monday after knowing the result of the analysis, the most intimate circle has been isolated, waiting until both the tests carried out are not known. From the Mayor’s Office of Almuñécar, in this situation, serenity and responsibility are requested from the Educational Community, asking that they exercise extreme caution, while remembering that in the event of any symptoms, remain isolated at home until the results of the tests are known.

Cold & Flu Season vs Covid

As we enter cold and flu season, make note of your symptoms before jumping to conclusions.  Know the symptoms for Covid versus the standard cold and flu.  If you would like to get a flu shot, we have more information for you.

Contact Info, Questions & Answers

Coronavirus Tests

Click here to see where to get a Coronavirus test Almuñécar  – La Herradura.

Test to know if you have the coronavirus

The Andalusian Ministry of Health and Families has enabled a special section in  its mobile application Salud Responde . It is a very simple test that is sent by the same phone and that will allow health services to contact the user if necessary.

Registration screen and access to the app.

Registration screen and access to the app.

Likewise, the Board is carrying out a daily monitoring of the inquiries that people make about the coronavirus both in the 900 400 061 and the 955 540 060 of Salud Responde as well as those received in the 8 emergency and emergency coordination centers of the 061 available In Andalucia.

This set of FAQ’s has been published by the Ayuntamiento. Read more.

Almuñécar Coronavirus Phone Numbers & Information

• Phone Numbers
  • New Phone numbers in Granada, 958 897 621 and 958 897 622, so that citizens can request medical leave, prescribe their treatments and other issues without exposing themselves to coronavirus in outpatient clinics.
    In case of symptoms call the phone contact:  900 400 061 / 955 54 50 60
    Line specifically for  coronavirus  dial 061 
  • The Almuñécar City Council asks residents to use non-contact routes for any procedure: – Attention to the Citizen 958838600 – Electronic Office: www.almunecar.sedelectronica.es – Electronic Mail oac@almunecar.es – WahtsApp: 680242275 (no calls) – Download App: www.lineaverdealmunecar.com – Social Networks

Emotional Support

Pharmacy (home delivery & after hours)

• La Herradura pharmacy schedule for after hours and delivery

• Almuñécar pharmacy schedule 

“This list has been prepared by Social Services, according to the information provided by the establishments. We thank the fire department for their collaboration in drawing up this list, “said the mayor of Social Services, who again requested the collaboration of all so that” our elders, dependents and people at risk are well cared for. Keep an eye on yours, provide them with what they need and insist that they stay at home, “he stressed. Read this facebook post for more options.

Stay Home

The Almuñécar City Council reminds all the neighbors to stay home. At the same time remember the Social Services telephone numbers for any need 958639083 and 958 616118 The Almuñécar City Council, through Social Services, has been launching several initiatives for all vulnerable people and neighbors in general with a list of businesses that perform home service, reminding women who suffer gender violence and who are n these moments of confinement you feel more vulnerable, remembering the telephones and services that are made available … and reminding everyone, once again: “Stay home” with a campaign through social media signage.

Info about COVID-19

Hopkins University has sent this detailed note on avoiding the contagion: * The virus is not a living organism, but a protein molecule (DNA) covered by a protective layer of lipid (fat), which, when absorbed by the cells of the ocular, nasal or buccal mucosa, changes their genetic code (mutation) and convert them into aggressor and multiplier cells. * Since the virus is not a living organism but a protein molecule, it is not killed, but decays on its own.  The disintegration time depends on the temperature, humidity and type of material where it lies. * The virus is very fragile;  the only thing that protects it is a thin outer layer of fat.  That is why any soap or detergent is the best remedy, because the foam CUTS the FAT (that is why you have to rub so much: for 20 seconds or more, to make a lot of foam).  By dissolving the fat layer, the protein molecule disperses and breaks down on its own. * HEAT melts fat;  this is why it is so good to use water above 25 degrees Celsius for washing hands, clothes and everything.  In addition, hot water makes more foam and that makes it even more useful. * Alcohol or any mixture with alcohol over 65% DISSOLVES ANY FAT, especially the external lipid layer of the virus. * Any mix with 1 part bleach and 5 parts water directly dissolves the protein, breaks it down from the inside. * Oxygenated water helps long after soap, alcohol and chlorine, because peroxide dissolves the virus protein, but you have to use it pure and it hurts your skin. * NO Antibacterial will help. The is a virus not a living organism like bacteria;  they cannot kill what is not alive with antibiotics. Read labels, use antivirals. * NEVER shake used or unused clothing, sheets or cloth.  While it is glued to a porous surface, it is very inert and disintegrates only between 3 hours (fabric and porous), 4 hours (copper, because it is naturally antiseptic; and wood, because it removes all the moisture and does not let it peel off and disintegrates).  ), 24 hours (cardboard), 42 hours (metal) and 72 hours (plastic).  But if you shake it or use a feather duster, the virus molecules float in the air for up to 3 hours, and can lodge in your nose.

* Because it is airborne and can live on surfaces for varying times, the most likely transmission of the virus is from your hands to your face- from your hands to your face and inside your eyes, into your nose or into your mouth. Avoid touching you face. * The virus molecules remain very stable in external cold, or artificial as air conditioners in houses and cars.  They also need moisture to stay stable, and especially darkness.  Therefore, dehumidified, dry, warm and bright environments might degrade it faster. * UV LIGHT on any object that may contain it breaks down the virus protein.  For example, to disinfect and reuse a mask is perfect.  Be careful, it also breaks down collagen (which is protein) in the skin, eventually causing wrinkles and skin cancer. * The virus CANNOT go through healthy skin. It is spread by respiratory droplets, mostly from coughs and sneezes. Try and stay 6 feet away from others and cover your mouth when coughing and sneezing. * Vinegar is NOT useful because it does not break down the protective layer of fat. * NO SPIRITS, NOR VODKA, work.  The strongest vodka is 40% alcohol, and you need 65%. * LISTERINE May be good alternative!  It is 65% alcohol. Not enough info yet. * The more confined the space, the more concentration of the virus there can be.  The more open or naturally ventilated, the less. Get outside with social distancing. * This is a everyday activity but you have to wash your hands before and after touching mucosa, food, locks, knobs, switches, remote control, cell phone, watches, computers, desks, TV, etc.  And when using the bathroom.

* You have to HUMIDIFY HANDS DRY from so much washing them, because the molecules can hide in the micro cracks.  The thicker the moisturizer, the better.* Also keep your NAILS SHORT so that the virus does not hide there.  Shaving beards is also recommended, they are likely harboring many germs.

* Once again, wash your hands, frequently.

• Additional Actions by the Ayuntamiento

  The Almuñécar City Council increases the cleaning and disinfection of high-traffic places, such as bus and taxi stops, hotels, police, supermarkets.

  Almuñécar Centro de Salud

  The Almuñécar health center, has been disinfected after several doctors tested positive for coronavirus. It is now open to attend to emergencies only. All consultations and other medical tests have been referred to the Motril hospital at the moment. Doctors from Motril and La Alpujarra have been in charge of assuming the emergency service until the results of the tests that are being carried out on the rest of the staff working in this healthcare space are known. Health sources have assured IDEAL that the rest of the doctors are isolated while waiting to know if they are infected. The other toilets that tested positive last night are already isolated, although apparently only one of them would be admitted to the hospital. The doctors would be quarantined in their respective houses.  Read article

Original Spain Lockdown Announcement 14/03/2020

The Spanish government is poised to declare a 15-day national lockdown on Monday to battle coronavirus.  Sánchez encourages dialogue and territorial cohesion. The Ministry of Health takes control of all decisions. Under the decree being finalised, people would be allowed out only for emergencies, to buy food, or for work.

 The fine print of the terms of lockdown, until 30/03/20    The full decree  by Sanchez in El Pais.

Historical Announcements

Update December 02, 2021   

The Junta de Andalucia is no longer reporting weekly numbers.  They do have a daily list, which you can find on their facebook page here.  I don’t intend to duplicate that information on a daily basis!   Please see some general information as of November below:

Update November 12, 2021   Measures remain the same as October 

The Junta de Andalucia is no longer reporting weekly numbers.  They do have a daily list, which you can find on their facebook page here.  I don’t intend to duplicate that information on a daily basis!   Please see some general information as of November below:

Update October 21, 2021   Measures in Almuñecar 

As of October 21, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at  Level 0 and all of Andalucia is at level 0 !
Please see the photos below for the level 0 measures.

Update October 14, 2021   Measures in Almuñecar 

As of October 14, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at  Level 0 and almost all of Andalucia is at level 0 excluding a couple of health districts!
Please see the photos below for the level 0 measures (light Green Card).

Update September 29, 2021   Measures in Almuñecar 

Update September 15, 2021   Measures in Almuñecar 

As of September 15, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at  Level 1 and all of Andalucia is at level 1 !
Please see the photos below for the level 1 measures (Green Card).

Update August 26, 2021   Measures in Almuñecar 

As of August 26, 2021 the Granada Sur district moves to Level 1, this means fewer restrictions!
Please see the photos below for the level 1 measures.

Update August 19, 2021   Measures in Andalucía

As of August 19, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at Level 2! If you are planning a visit to the Málaga province, they have moved to level 2 as well.  Please see the photos below for the level 2 measures.

Update August 12, 2021   Measures in Andalucía

As of August 12, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at Level 2! If you are planning a visit to the Málaga province, please be aware they remain at level 3 measures, with more restrictions than us.

Update August 05, 2021   Measures in Andalucía

As of August 05, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at Level 2! If you are planning a visit to the Málaga province, please be aware they have moved to level 3 measures, with more restrictions than us.

Please see the photos below for the level 2 measures.

Update July 27  Almuñécar and La Herradura

Almuñécar and La Herradura, as of July 26th the beaches will be closed from 23:00 – 07:00, until further notice

 

At the Andalucia covid review meeting on Thursday, it was recommended that beaches close from 23:00 – 07:00. This it to help stop the spread of covid. This was approved and adopted in Almuñécar and La Herradura. Cases in this area are quickly on the rise and we want to be sure to prevent any further closures.

Update July 23, 2021   Measures in Andalucía

As of July 23, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at Level 2! If you are planning a visit to the Málaga province, please be aware they have moved to level 3 measures, with more restrictions than us.

Please see the photos below for the level 2 measures.

Update July 08, 2021   Measures in Andalucía

As of July 08, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at Level 2!

Announced June 24

In Spain, the obligatory use of masks outdoors will end on June 26!  Read full article here.

New rules on the use of face masks in Spain will come into effect on Saturday, June 26. As of this date, the mask will not have to be worn outdoors if a distance of 1.5 meters can be observed. It will, however, be mandatory to carry a face mask at all times so that it can be put on in situations where social distancing cannot be maintained. So you will still need to use inside shops. Read all of the rules in the link.

Update June 17, 2021   Measures in Andalucía

As of June 17, 2021 the Granada Sur district remains at Level 2!  Please see the photos below for the level 2 measures.

This de-escalation, linked to the level of vaccination in Andalucía, will be divided into three phases published on May 06:

Update June 10, 2021   Measures in Andalucía

Update June 03 2021   Measures in Andalucía

Update May 27, 2021   Measures in Andalucía

As of May 27 the Granada Sur district remains at Level 3.

Update May 06, 2021   Measures in Andalucía from May 09.

Update April 27, 2021   Measures in Andalucía from April 29 – May 09.

The current state of Alarm will end on May 9.  As of that date the rules and restrictions will fall into the hands of each autonomous community.  We do not know what that will mean at this time.  Read more The measures regarding perimeter restrictions will allow free travel within Andalucía, April 29 – May 09, 2021. ? Province perimeter border closures are removed and you may travel within the autonomous community of Andalucía (excluding municipalities with high rates) ? Curfew remains from 23:00 – 06:00 ?️ Hotels, hospitality, and services close at 23:00,  Shops close at 22:30 ❌The municipalities that exceed the TASA 500 will establish the perimeter closure, without altering the hours of commerce and hospitality ❌The municipalities that exceed the RATE 1000 closed perimeter and closed of non-essential activity ? The same capacity for gatherings – of 6 people max outdoors and 4 people max indoors

Update April 23, 2021   Measures in Andalucía (Granada Sur)

The entire province of Granada remains at Level 4 / grade 1. The measures announced regarding (perimeter restrictions, curfew) will remain the same through April 29. ? Province perimeter border closures remain in place and reviewed again for April 29 ? Curfew remains from 23:00 – 06:00 ?️ Shops, hotels, hospitality, and services until 20:00  ? The same capacity for gatherings – of 6 people max outdoors and 4 people max indoors  

Update April 16, 2021   Measures in Andalucía (Granada Sur)

The entire province of Granada moves down to Level 4 / grade 1, which means tighter measures and restrictions, as of April 16. A translated version of the news bulletin as of April 15, 2021 The measures announced regarding (perimeter restrictions, curfew) will remain the same through April 22. ? Province perimeter border closures remain in place and reviewed again for April 22 ? Curfew remains from 23:00 – 06:00 ?️ Shops, hotels, hospitality, and services until 20:00 (As of 00:00 April 18  or night of the 17th) ? The same capacity for gatherings – of 6 people max outdoors and 4 people max indoors

• Civil ceremonies, Religious celebrations, Banquets: capacity of 30% with a maximum of 30 people inside and 50 outside. Service at tables of maximum 4 people
• Commercial Establishments: 50% capacity with social disance
• Public transit: 50% capacity with empty seats between
• Environmental activities: max of 4 people inside and 10 in the open air.
• Hospitality and Restaurants: 30% of capacity inside and 75% outside on the terrace
• Gyms: 40% capacity
• Competitions, events, sports:  no spectators
• Movies, theaters, auditoriums: 50% capacity with 200 inside and 300 outside
• Private transport: 2 people per row of seats with the front passenger seat vacant
• Parks: general child playgrounds closed, organized activities with a maximum of 4 people

This interactive MAP always shows the current rules and restrictions for each of the municipalities in Andalucia.  You can see the level for “today” for each one and the preventative measures which apply to that level.

Municipality closures in the Granada Province

Update April 09, 2021   Measures in Andalucía (Granada Sur)

We also have the new announcements for our health district:  The Granada Sur health district remains at level 3, as of April 09.  This is mainly Costa Tropical and Las Alpujarras. A translated version of the news bulletin as of April 22, 2021 The measures announced regarding (perimeter restrictions, curfew, hospitality, shops) will remain the same through April 22. ? Province perimeter border closures remain in place and reviewed again for April 22 ? Curfew remains from 23:00 – 06:00 ?️ Shops, hotels and services until 22:30 ? The same capacity for gatherings – of 6 people max outdoors and 4 people max indoors

Update April 01, 2021   Measures in Andalucía (Granada Sur)

The Granada Sur health district remains at level 3, as of April 01.  This is mainly Costa Tropical and Las Alpujarras. A translated version of the official news bulletin as of April 1, 2021

Update March 26, 2021   Measures in Andalucía (Granada Sur)

The Granada Sur health district has moved back to level 3, as of March 26.  This is mainly Costa Tropical and Las Alpujarras. The measures announced last week regarding (perimeter restrictions, curfew, hospitality, shops) will remain the same through April 9. ? Province perimeter border closures remain in place until after Easter ? Altered Curfew from 23:00 – 06:00 ?️ Shops, hotels and services until 22:30 ? New capacity for gatherings – of 6 people max outdoors and 4 people max indoors

Update March 18, 2021   Measures in Andalucía March 19 – April 9

? Province perimeter border closures remain in place until after Easter ? Altered Curfew from 23:00 – 06:00 ?️ Shops, hotels and services until 22:30 ? New capacity for gatherings – of 6 people max outdoors and 4 people max indoors

Update March 11, 2021  Granada Sur Moving to level 2 on March 12!

We still have province level perimeter restrictions at least until March 26th. Read article. The Granada Coast (Costa Tropical)  and La Alpujarra enter alert level 2 this Friday 12/03/2021 at 00:00, with ‘starred’ measures such as the extending the closing time of bars (21:30) and shops .  These are things in the hospitality sector that all in the Granada province, without municipality perimeter restrictions, will be able to enjoy.  The vast majority will go down to the coast this weekend, since mobility is allowed within in the province. Other Activity capacity changes in level 2 begin on March 18th Alert level 2 is associated with the variation of the capacity allowed in the different activities from the 18th are under the following parameters:

• Wakes and funerals : 10 people indoors and 25 outdoors.
• Civil and religious ceremonies : 50% of the capacity
• Hotels and restaurants : 75% of indoor capacity and 100% on terraces
• Banquets : 50 people indoors, 75 outdoors and a maximum capacity of 50%
• Sports facilities : 50% of the capacity: 200 people indoors and 400 outdoors
• Commercial establishments : 60% of capacity with safety distance
• Cinemas, theaters and auditoriums : 60% of the capacity. 300 people indoors, 500 outdoors
• Congresses and fairs : 60% of its capacity. 300 people indoors and 500 outdoors maximum
• Public transport : 100% of seats, 75% of standing places
• Environmental activities : 10 people indoors and 15 outdoors
• Parks and gardens : Generally open with activities for a maximum of 10 people

Semana Santa / Easter Movement between all the mainland Spanish regions is banned apart from for justified reasons which can include work, health and care of dependent people. Therefore, you will not be able to leave or enter Andalucía during the Easter holidays. The regional government is considering allowing mobility between provinces, within the region, but it has not yet been approved.

Update March 5, 2021

The Granada province will remain at level 3 and covid restrictions will remain the same.  The province perimeter is closed for travel, except for essential travel.  For all of Andalucía, we can now meet with up to 6 people rather than 4. The entire province of Huelva, the Aljarafe, Seville South, Seville East and Seville capital health districts in the province of Seville; Guadalquivir, Córdoba, Córdoba North , Córdoba South in Córdoba; La Vega, Valle del Guadalhorce, Malaga and Axarquía in Malaga; and Jaén Norte, Jaén and Jaén Nordeste in the province of Jaén as well as part of the Campo de Gibraltar in Cádiz, will be in phase 2 of health alert from this Friday, according to the Junta de Andalucía.  Next review March 19. Read full article here. Semana Santa The Public Health Commission, in which all the autonomous regions and cities and the Ministry of Health are represented has proposed to close the perimeters of all regions and limit night mobility from 26 March to 9 April  Read more

Update as of Feb 26, 2021 

We still have perimeter restrictions between provinces, but are free to travel within our own province.  The curfew remains in place from 22:00 to 07:00 each day.  Establishments have limited hours. You may read complete rules and restrictions here (the municipality of Almuñécar has been preselected in the drop menu, but you can change it). Slowly the numbers are going down in Andalucia and municipalities are beginning to have their perimeter restrictions lifted.  Next review March 4.  Read full article here

Update as of Feb 19, 2021 

The health district of Granada Sur is now Level 3 (mainly the coast of Granada). We still have perimeter restrictions between provinces, but are free to travel within our own province.  The curfew remains in place from 22:00 to 07:00 each day.  Establishments have limited hours. You may read complete rules and restrictions here (the municipality of Almuñécar has been preselected in the drop menu, but you can change it). Slowly the numbers are going down in Andalucia and municipalities are beginning to have their perimeter restrictions lifted.

As of Feb 13, 2021 

The perimeter restrictions have now been lifted from Motril, so we are free to travel there at this time. Here are the municipalities within the Granada province with open perimeters as of the 13th.   Read full article translated to English. Circulation would be allowed from this Saturday if the Board does not indicate any particular situation. They are, specifically, Chimeneas, Deifontes, Maracena, Molvízar, Montefrío, Peligros, Huétor Tájar, Las Gabias, Albondón, Beas de Granada, Algarinejo, Armilla, Ogíjares, Marchal. Nívar, Valle del Zalabí, Cogollos de Guadix, Padul, Motril, Cúllar, Cúllar Vega, Turón, Freila, Lecrín, Güevéjar, Santa Fe, Gor, Jun, Agrón, Vélez de Benaudalla, Monachil, Albuñol, Lanteira, Íllora, Salar, Zagra, Torrenueva Costa, Dollar, Villa de Otura, Salobreña, Deifontes, Almuñécar, Beas de Guadix, Moclín, La Taha, Lanjarón, Píñar, Cortes de Baza, Cenes de la Vega, Rubite, Gualchos, Albuñuelas, Darro, Campotéjar, Montejícar , Gójar, Cádiar, Cortes y Graena, Pinos Genil, Valderrubio, Dílar, Benalúa de las Villas, Zafarraya, Villanueva de las Torres, Alquife, Dúrcal, Moraleda de Zafayona, Válor, Güéjar Sierra, Alhama de Granada, Diezma, Villamena, Jérez of the Marquis. Those with perimeter restrictions are listed in the photo:

As of Feb 10, 2021 

Almuñécar & Salobreña municipality perimeter restrictions removed as of Feb 10 (Wednesday)

As of 00:00 Wednesday 10/02/2021 Almuñécar & Salobreña perimeters open

The Granada municipalities that, have spent 14 days with closed perimeters and have managed to lower rates below 500 infections per 100,000 inhabitants can regain mobility by lifting the perimeter closure . The municipalities that meet these conditions are Almuñécar, Alicún Ortega, Cájar, Caniles, Jayena, Lecrín, Trevélez, Villanueva de las Torres and Zafarraya . In addition, we must add three municipalities already mentioned -Alquife, La Tahá and Soportújar- that open both non-essential businesses and perimeter limits.  Read announcement in Ideal.

Preventative measures as of January 21, 2021

The expansion of the third wave of the coronavirus has forced the Board to act again, just a week after it announced the new measures for Andalucia.  Press Conference President Junta de Andalucia has announced the following restrictions as of Sunday January 17th:

•  Andalucia borders will be closed.  (You may only enter or leave with just cause or essential travel: work, education, medical appointments, etc.)
•  Perimeter closure of the eight provinces, No travel from one province to another .  (You may only enter or leave with just cause or essential travel: work, education, medical appointments, etc.)
• Municipality borders closure for Almuñécar, Motril, Salobreña and more.  (You may only enter or leave with just cause or essential travel: work, education, medical appointments, etc.)
•  Curfew is maintained from 22:00 to 06:00, but the Government of Spain may authorize it will be from 20:00 to 06:00 hours. (you should not be out during that window of time or you will be subject to a find)
•  Social gatherings limited to 4 people.  (Privately or publicly, including tables at bars and restaurants)
•  Shops can stay open till 18:00
•  Restaurants & Cafeterías can remain open till 18:00
•  Take away orders in the hospitality industry until 21:30; Orders by phone until 22:30 with home delivery until 23:30 p.m. If the Government authorizes to change the curfew, these hours will be adapted.
•  Authorized mobility for federated athletes, judges and referees, for competitions and training. Without companions.
•  Perimeter closure of the 219 municipalities with a contagion rate greater than 500 per 100,000 inhabitants.

Closure of the hospitality industry and non-essential commerce in the 91 municipalities (a subset of the 219) that have a contagion rate of more than 1,000 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. And, if the Government of Spain authorizes it, home confinement in those 91 municipalities .   Sources: Read article translated into English here. Read ABC Seville article translated into English here. Read El Mundo  article translated into English here. View the numbers for Andalucia here.  Almuñécar has had 58 cases in the last 7 days (as of January 15) Twitter posts by Junta de  Andalucía  

Post with rules detailed into a photo link

Post with list of municipalities with greater restrictions, link

Update for Granada province – January 2021

The list of municipalities in the province of Granada is growing day by day that exceeds the limits established by the Junta de Andalucía in the incidence rates of 500 and 1,000 recent cases per 100,000 inhabitants and therefore will be added to the new restrictions that limit the mobility , with perimeter confinement in the first case, and with the closure of the hotel and retail businesses, in the second level of severity. The Board announced that it will confine the perimeter from 00:00 on Saturday January 22 new municipalities had exceeded the rate of 500 cases of coronavirus per 100,000 inhabitants. List of municipalities that have exceeded the 500  or 1000 per 100,000 people

Read translated update

Rules for January 11 – 16, 2021

Press Conference President Junta de Andalucia has announced the following restrictions as of Monday January 11th, through to 23:59 on the 24th of January.

•  Andalucia will be closed again, unless you have a justified reason to travel in/out of Andalucia.
•  Travel within Andalucia from one province to the other will remain possible, (Currently under review).
•  Curfew is from 22:00 to 06:00 (you should not be out during that window of time or you will be subject to a find)
•  Social gatherings limited to 6 people.
•  Shops can stay open till 20:00
•  Restaurants can remain open till 18:00, Cafeterías can remain open until 20:00, but no alcohol served after 18:00
•  Take-away will be allowed until 21:30.
•  Home delivery orders will be accepted until 22:30 and allowed to be delivered until 23:30
•  Primary, Secondary, and Bachillerato Schools will remain open,with the same safety measures as before
•  Universities in Granada, Jaen, Almería, Jerez (all in fase 4, grado 1) will only offer online classes, unless absolutely necessary
•  8 towns in Campo de Gibraltar will remain in lockdown.
•  La Linea de la Concepción and in Añora, both in fase 4, grado 2 so complete lockdown, no commercial activity and restaurants closed. Read article translated into English here.

In addition, Costa Tropical is at Level 3  (more info)

• Commercial establishments may house 60% of their capacity.
• Public transport may offer 100% of the seats and 75% of the standing places.
• At wakes and funerals there will be a maximum of 20 people in outdoor spaces and 10 in closed spaces – unless they are living together.
• In religious and civil ceremonies, the capacity both in the event itself and in the hotel establishments where the subsequent celebration takes place will be 50% (maximum 50 people inside and 75 outside the premises)

Previous phases:

Holiday Phases – December 12, 2020 to January 10, 2021

Andalucia Moves to 2 phases of restriction over the holidays  (announced Dec 10th) New COVID Restrictions Announced!  The board has decided to divide the plan into two phases:

• Phase   I:  December 12-17
• Phase II:  December 18 – January 10.

This de-escalation in two phases allows stores to regain their normal opening hours and gives bars an extra shift for dinners. Mobility between provinces does not recover until December 18. Phase I:  December 12 to 17 (inclusive)

• The trade extends its opening hours until 21:00 hours.
• The bars and restaurants, however, will have to continue closing at 6 pm.
• Mobility between municipalities within the same province will be allowed.
• Curfew will continue to be from 22:00 to 07:00 hours.

Phase II:  From 00:00 on December 18 to January 10

• The trade will regain their normal schedules
• The cafeterias will see their restrictions somewhat eased. They will be allowed to open 10:00 to 22.30 without closure in the middle.  That said, from 18:00 – 20:00 they may not serve alcohol and must have coffee available during that time. The Andalusian Government considers this time slot as the most dangerous for the spread of covid and does not want alcohol involved with the gatherings.  As far as we know the bars and restaurants will still have the 2 hour closure from 18:00 to 20:00. Read official BOJA of this change to the original announcement.
• Mobility between provinces will be allowed!
• Curfew will continue to be from 23:00 to 06:00 hours.

* Between December 23 and 6 of January

• The entry and exit of Andalusia will be allowed in an extraordinary cases and only for family reunification (this has been updated per ministry of health’s recommendation to include more than just immediate family.  It will also include “people who have a relationship as close as the family but who do not have that legal consideration”).
• The Board will allow family reunions of up to ten people on December 24, 25, 31 and January 1.  It is recommended not to exceed the two groups of coexistence in family gatherings.
• Delays the curfew on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve to 01:30.

Read full Spanish article from El Mundo via google translate to English.

The Board closes all non-essential activity in the province of Granada and will be reviewed again December 12. Essential shops and businesses that will remain open:

• Supermarkets / retail commercial establishments of food, beverages, products and essential goods
• Health centers, Pharmacy, services and establishments
• The restaurants of tourist accommodation establishments, which may remain open as long as it is for the exclusive use of their clients.
• Social and socio-sanitary services
• Veterinary centers or clinics, pet food
• Optics and orthopedic products
• Hygienic products
• Bookstore and stationery
• Fuel
• ITV
• Home delivery services
• Wakes
• Sports centers for physical activity that are outdoors
• Soup kitchens and other establishments for the delivery and distribution of food
• Driving schools
• Hairdressers
• Professional and financial services
• Press
• Florist
• Mechanic workshops
• Repair services and construction material
• Hardware stores
• Tobacconists
• Technological equipment and telecommunications
• Dry cleaners, laundries

References

• ABC de Sevilla news article, translated in English.
• Full article in google translate to English.
• Here is the announcement in SUR English
• Read more in Granada Digital.
• Here is the link to the Andalucia BOJA(dated 08/11/2020 and translated in English).  BOJA summaryf

November 24 -Almuñécar Mayor’s decree on COVID rules in our municipality

From Mayor on Facebook: LINK

1. Authorize the installation of the markets, while the measures of the Order of October 29, 2020, which establish the levels health alert and temporary and exceptional measures are adopted for reasons of public health in Andalusia, for the containment of COVID-19 and alert level 4, with the following requirements:
   • Mandatory distance between positions in order to guarantee safety and distance between workers, customers and pedestrians.
   • The occupancy of the establishment may not exceed 50% of the authorized capacity.
   • The established order of installation of the positions will be followed on alternate days, between the even positions and the odd positions, corresponding to install those that were not installed on the last day that was allowed.
2. Suspend the following municipal facilities from being open to the public:
   • Aquarium and Parque Loro Sexi
   • Parks for Children, Calisthenics and Biosaludables.
3.  The opening of the following municipal facilities with limitations, capacity and / or hours:
   • Municipal museums: 65% of the allowed capacity. Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 14:00. Group visits will be of a maximum of 10 people, including the monitor or guide.
   • Castillo San Miguel and Castillo de La Herradura: 65% of the allowed capacity. Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Group visits will be of a maximum of 10 people, including the monitor or guide.
   • Tourism Offices Monday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 13:30
   • Theaters and Auditoriums 50% of the allowed capacity.
   • Municipal swimming pools. 40% of the allowed capacity and until18:00.
   • Sports facilities for outdoor physical activity 40% of the allowed capacity. No age limit until 21:00. At sporting events, training sessions and competitions, there will be no spectators.
   • Sports facilities for physical activity other than outdoors 40% of the allowed capacity. No age limit until 18:00. At sporting events, training sessions and competitions, there will be no spectators.
   • Municipal libraries 65% of allowed capacity. From 9:30 a.m. to 13:30 and from 16:30 to 20:30.
4. Remind the public that while the current situation of health crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic continues, all citizens must carry out their activities in accordance with the precautionary principle, recommending that they go out as strictly necessary.
5. Give the maximum diffusion to the telephone and electronic communication channels of the citizens with the Almuñécar City Council, requesting the citizens to go only in case of not being able to process it by any of these means:
   • Municipal Office of Citizen Services Almuñécar: 958 838 600 -Municipal
   • Office for Citizenship La Herradura: 958 640 425 -Municipal
   • Center for Social Services: 958 639 086 -Municipal
   • Sports Area: 958883142

⚠️ MAYOR’S DECREE ON COVID RULES IN OUR MUNICIPALITY ⚠️

October 28 – Andalucia and Granada Province Closed