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Bullas: Home of the Ruta del Vino

Bullas is a municipality which falls within the North-western area of the region of Mucia, known as the Comarca del Noroeste. The municipality occupies an area of 82.2 square kilometres, and has 11,500 inhabitants.

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Its principal activity is agriculture, specifically viniculture, the D.O. Bullas wines produced across an area of 5,500 hectares integrating 8 municipalities into the production of wine ( Bullas, Cehegín, Mula, Pliego, Ricote, Calasparra, Caravaca, Moratalla and Lorca. The town achieved the D.O status (Denominación de Origen "Bullas",) in 1994.

The predominant grape variety is Monastrell, accounting for 80% of the total production of around 10 million litres per year, other varieties including Tempranillo, Macabeo, Airén, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sirah, Merlot and Garnacha.

The town has a Museum of wine, (El Museo del Vino) dedicated to the production of D.O. Bullas wine, and wine forms the basis for much of the tourism activity in the area. Bodegas can be visited and the wine sampled and purchased directly from the growers themselves.

Rural tourism is also an important economic activity, with the area boasting several attractive natural features cut out by the river Mula, including the Salto del Usero and the Pasico de Ucenda. Bullas is part of the Via Verde del Noroeste, a former railway line which has now been converted into a walking/cycling route, bringing in important rural tourism revenue.

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The urban nucleus of the town is 653 metres above sea level, one of the highest in the Region of Murcia, and has several impressive buildings dating from the 20th century when the town underwent significant economic expansion, namely the Casa Melgares, now the Casa de la Cultura, the Casa-Museo Don pepe Marsilla, and the Casa de la Fuente de la Higuera, as well as the Iglesia Parroquial de Nuestra Señora del Rosario and the Torre del Reloj.

Each month Bullas hosts the artesan market of El Zacatín, one of the most popular and atmospheric in the North-west, selling a wide range of traditional, hand-made items, as well as local wines.

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Where is Bullas?

The municipality of Bullas falls within the Comarca del Noroeste, on the edge of the North-western area of the Region of Murcia.It borders Mula on its western and southern borders, and Cehegín to the east and the North, lying 53km from the capital City of the Region of Murcia, Murcia.

It is well connected via the Autovia del Noroeste, the North-western Motorway, which links Murcia with the North-west, passing via Bullas, Mula, Calasparra, Cehegín and Caravaca de la Cruz, also linking Moratalla into the North-west.

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Man seriously injured in Bullas after being trapped underneath tarmac rollerThe man was injured while working on the streets near the football pitch in Bullas. A 51-year-old man was seriously injured on Tuesday, July 13 when he became trapped underneath the roller of an asphalting machine being used on one of the streets.. 14/07/2021

Daily surveillance in place at Salto del Usero in Bullas, north-west MurciaThe Salto del Usero in the municipality of Bullas, north-west Murcia, will have daily surveillance under the Plan Copla. Due to a large influx of people visiting the beautiful natural spaces cut out by the river Mula, the Salto del Usero will now.. 05/07/2021

Inland riverside areas in the Region of Murcia will also have lifeguards this summerAbarán, Archena, Bullas, Calasparra, Cieza, Lorca and Mula will all have lifeguards at their rivers and popular bathing spots to increase the safety of swimmers The Murcian regional government has approved the annual COPLA plan for 2021, which.. 18/06/2021

Weekly street market in Bullas Tuesday is market day in Bullas: fresh fruit and veg and a range of other goods For many expats and visitors, one of the great joys of shopping in Spain is the opportunity to buy fresh products and bargain clothes in the weekly local markets, which are..

San Antón in the Murcia Region on 17th January The 17th January is the day of Saint Antón Abad, usually associated with the protection of animals. The key activity related to San Antón is a blessing of the animals, which usually takes place following mass. This is a popular..

How to book and navigate the Bullas Wine Routes, the Rutas del Vino Practical information to help you enjoy a visit to Bullas The wine installations and attractions of the Rutas del Vino of Bullas can be enjoyed and visited in a number of ways, either by individuals or groups of any size. There are five Bodegas.. 03/11/2016

Bullas: Accommodation Rural houses, rooms, chalets and rental apartments in Bullas There are a range of accommodation options for those planning a visit to Bullas. These options all form part of the Rutas del Vino offering and can be booked by the night or for longer periods..

Bullas: Restaurants and Bars Restaurants and bars included as part of the Rutas del Vino in Bullas Bullas has a wide range of restaurants, bars and tapas bars where refreshments can be taken. The establishments listed here are part of the group of businesses which form the Ruta del..

Bullas wine route: Bodegas del Rosario Bullas Ruta del Vino: the winery and shop of Bodegas del Rosario are both in the town of Bullas The “Bodegas del Rosario” cooperative is the largest wine producer in the Bullas Denomination of Origin, and has been at the forefront of production..

Bullas wine route: Bodega Monastrell Bullas Ruta del Vino: the Monastrell winery specializes in organic and vegan wine production In the highly competitive world of wine production the small winery of Bodega Monastrell in Bullas has carved out a niche for itself in the field of organic..

Bullas wine route: The Casa-Museo Don Pepe Marsilla A step back in time on the Ruta del Vino to Bullas around the year 1900 The Casa-Museo Don Pepe Marsilla in Bullas occupies a house which was originally built in the year 1723, but was remodeled in the late 19th century by one of the town’s most illustrious..

Sports facilities in Bullas: tennis and basketball courts Three tennis and basketball courts on Paseo de la Murta in the south of Bullas As well as the varied sports facilities which are available at the La Rafa campsite and sports complex outside the southern end of Bullas, there are also tennis and basketball..

La Rafa campsite and sports complex in BullasCampers and visitors can enjoy the restaurant and open-air pool at La Rafa The La Rafa campsite and sports and tourism complex is located just outside the southern end of the built-up area of the town of Bullas, and is also within walking distance of the Salto..

Plaza Vieja in Bullas, officially named Plaza del Teniente Flomesta Moya The name of the square comes from a Bullas-born Rif War hero One of the most popular squares in Bullas is far from being the largest, but has its own character and plenty of establishments which make it one of the most picturesque and interesting parts of..

The Plaza de España, the main square in the centre of Bullas The Plaza de España in Bullas has changed its name frequently over the last 200 years The Plaza de España is one of the focal points of activity in the wine-making municipality of Bullas in the north-west of the Region of Murcia, and is home..

The Casa de los Melgares, home to the Casa de Cultura in Bullas The palace of the Melgares family in Bullas was built in 1925 The Casa de los Melgares is a striking palatial home which was built on the northern side of the main square of Bullas, now known as the Plaza de España, in 1925, and such is its size and..