Icy cold springs, moonscapes, badlands and enchanted natural cities in the Costa Cálida! Far from being simply a stretch of coastline in the western Mediterranean, the Region of Murcia has a fantastically varied landscape, and the following selection..

Sustainable tourism in the green heart of the Region of Murcia If what you need it to get away from it all and breathe the fresh, clean air of the mountains while leaving the stress of everyday life behind you, the perfect destination is the natural..

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 annual dose of sun, sea and sand, but of course..

The climate makes Murcia a perfect winter destination for lovers of the great outdoors including golfers, divers, water sports, rambling and cycling The Region of Murcia is far from being just a summer destination, and the range of sporting activities..

The route from Alhama includes the Sierra de la Muela and ends in the foothills of Sierra Espuña This hiking route from the centre of Alhama de Murcia (Jardín de los Patos) to the Mirador or viewing point of Gebas in the foothills of Sierra Espu..

Ideas for making the most of the green heart of Murcia in the mountains of Sierra Espuña If you count yourself as a lover of nature and of escaping the daily routine to breathe pure air and indulge in open-air sports, the Region of Murcia offers..

The spa waters of Alhama were first used by the Romans around 2,000 years ago The first known spa facilities in Alhama were built by the Romans in the 1st century AD, and although they are no longer in use they were later restored by the Moors (the..

Rescue the lost time traveller by solving puzzles and finding clues in the town centre of Alhama During 2022 the Town Hall of Alhama de Murcia set up a new tourism gymkhana called “Rescue the Time Traveller”, encouraging visitors to explore the..

Learn about the history and sights of Alhama on this easy-paced evening walking tour Enjoy this walking tour of the old town of Alhama de Murcia while learning (in Spanish) about the history of its most interesting sites and monumental buildings...

An English-speaking guide will lead the route through Alhama de Murcia The tourist office in Alhama de Murcia is holding a guided walking tour of the town centre in English for the benefit of both residents and visitors at 11.00 on Saturday December..

The municipal Belén at the Los Baños archaeological museum in Alhama The municipal nativity scene of Alhama de Murcia is an essential part of the festive season, as it is in all parts of Spain, and the tableau will be officially opened and blessed..

Rural celebrations in the mountains of Sierra Espuña and at the foot of the Sierra de Carrascoy While most of the official Christmas celebrations in the municipality of Alhama de Murcia are held in the town itself, there are also special events..

A procession and the traditional nativity play of the shepherds in the centre of Alhama In most of the Region of Murcia Christmas Day is very, very quiet. After the initial uproar as children open the presents which, if they’re lucky, Santa left..

A lineal 3.3-kilometre walk in the mountains of Sierra Espuña This 3.35-kilometre lineal walk in the mountains of Sierra Espuña takes walkers along a route between two of the most popular places in the regional park, namely the Ricardo Codorn..

A short 2.2-kilometre route starting and finishing at the Sierra Espuña visitors centre in the regional park The Sendero Ricardo Codorníu (SL-MU 1), which is named after the man responsible for repopulating the forests of Sierra Espuña in the..

A 1-km walk with fabulous views alongside the Sanctuary of Santa Eulalia, Totana This Vía Crucis of Santa Eulalia is an unexpected gem, set in the verdant hillsides of the Sierra Espuña. The road winds uphill for a kilometre from the picnic..

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 Codorníu, a native of  Cartagena who was..

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 which surround it, but also to the lunar landscapes..

Spectacular views over Alhama and beyond in the foothills of Sierra Espuña The mountains and regional park of Sierra Espuña are full of trails and paths which can be followed by walkers, as well as viewing points and points of interest, and..