The Guide to Almuñecar & La Herradura In English
There are 2 Almuñécar tourist office locations and one in La Herradura. Each of them is staffed with multilingual and very helpful people. They will provide you with a local map of the area and there are plenty of brochures with things to do in Almuñécar as well.
You are in for a treat when you visit Cueva del Tesoro (Treasure Cave). We’ve lived here for many years and discovered this little gem ourselves. The unique smooth cave walls and hidden pools make it special.
According to the tourism board, Cueva del Tesoro is almost one of a kind. It is one of the few marine caves in Europe. It is also unique for a cave, as many of the walls and ceilings are smooth. They have all been worn by the sea to create a site of natural beauty. So much history, archeology and legend come together in one place, Cueva del Tesoro. As you meander through the rooms of Cueva del Tesoro, you will see the remains from the Paleolithic and Bronze Age, in addition to samples of Rock Art. Perhaps, with a bit of luck, you will find the famous treasure that is said to still remain in the cave.
Originally there were 3 caves: El Higuerón, El Suizo, and La Victoria. After renovations, the current Sala de la Virgen was created by joining the Cueva del Suizo (Sala del Lago) and the Cueva del Higuerón. At the end of the 1970s, the most prehistoric section of that junction was preserved by the tourist sector, but today it can be visited next to the Cueva de la Victoria, independently of the Cueva del Tesoro itself.
The Cuevas del Tesoro has the following services:
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This is a great place to visit for everyone. There are several stairs, which I recommend taking, as you will see artifacts and read about the caves on the way down. There is an elevator available for those who need it to the main room of the cave. The kids will love exploring each and every path and it is extra special when you discover the underground pools. You may visit their website.
Cuevas del Tesoro offers free visits. Yes! They provide free visits with advanced reservations, for the morning opening time slot (25 ppl max). There is no limit to the number of online reservations per person, so bring a group if you want.
Standard visits are for a nominal fee and you do need reservations. There is a maximum capacity allowed in the caves during a given time period.
Reserve Tickets
The caves are located in Rincon de la Victoria, just off of the A7 (exit 973).
Av. de Picasso, 21
29730 La Cala del Moral, Málaga
952 406 162
cuevadeltesoro@rincondelavictoria.es
There is a revolution going on in the Spanish wine industry. And wine producers (bodegas) in the Granada province are among those leading the way. Did you know that you can visit some of the most interesting of these bodegas within an hour’s drive from Almuñecar?
So glad to see you in Almuñécar! It is great that you would like to learn Spanish and we have just the place for you to take your Spanish Course!
If you would like to learn Spanish, in a fun way, from an accredited school, then Tropical Coast Languages (TCLanguages) is the place to go. From personal experience, we highly recommend taking Spanish courses in Spain with TCLanguages. We have seen people who arrived in Almuñécar, with very little Spanish, make incredible progress in just a few weeks.
Almuñécar is a wonderful place to live and to visit, but don’t be afraid to go a little off of the beaten track and explore the nearby mountains, countryside and the Granada hills. Within just an hour of Almuñécar there is so much to do and see. We have decided to create a 3-day itinerary to help you to get out and explore! Each stop on the route can also be done as a day trip from Almuñécar, but why not take your time and soak it all in? Of course this will be flexible for you to add or remove days, so it is just a guide for you to follow and customize as you like.
Each summer we have the opportunity to experience some amazing outdoor events in Almuñecar. With 2 Almuñecar Summer Concert & event venues, providing just the right ambiance. Spend the evening under the stars near the Roman Aqueduct and at El Majuelo Park below San Miguel Castle! We will share with you all of the details about the location, artists, and where to get your tickets.
The second week of August is time for the Almuñécar Feria and Fiestas Virgen de la Antigua (The Fair). It is time for celebrations in honor of the town’s patron saint, Virgen de la Antigua. It’s nearly a week full of food, drinks, music, carnival rides, and a procession. It all ends on August 15th with the biggest night in Almuñécar ‘s list of annual festivals and the most spectacular fireworks display!
Every summer, you are in for a treat on the Costa Tropical. That’s because of the annual La Caña Flamenca! This is a festival featuring a series of Flamenco performances held over the summer months on the Costa Tropical. We will share all the details about the location, artists, and where to purchase your tickets with you.
Food, drinks, carnival rides, procession, boats and fireworks are what you will get when you celebrate the fiestas Virgen del Carmen Almuñécar & La Herradura! This usually includes 3-4 days of activities and fun at the western end of San Cristobal Beach. There are also a few days of festivities in La Herradura. Details for each celebration are listed below.
Each night is full of people gathering at the makeshift bar on the paseo, as well as kids enjoying the small carnival, plus you can’t go wrong with churros and waffles at Elvira’s open late! Then on July 16, it’s the day of Virgen del Carmen, patron saint of fishermen and sailors. The brotherhood will take her and set sail the streets in a procession and then to the waters to bless her in the midst of a festive atmosphere.
Get Ready for the First Almuñécar Blues Fest This July
We will share all of the details about the event.
