Locations to send chills down your spine even in the heat of the Costa Cálida summer! The Region of Murcia is renowned for its sunshine, the warmth of its climate and its people, the good living and..
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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..
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A range of mountain and beach activities in Murcia designed to reduce stress and anxiety levels The Costa Cálida and the Region of Murcia are probably best-known to visitors for the climate, the beaches..
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The park is located on the motorway leading to Condado de Alhama and Fuente Álamo The municipal Ecoparque, or waste disposal site, of Alhama de Murcia is located on the RM-2 motorway leading towards..
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A wide range of sports facilities in Alhama Alhama has an impressive range of sports facilities and clubs, as well as an active sporting scene. There are public indoor and outdoor swimming pools..
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The 18-hole par 72 golf course is in the Condado de Alhama resort The Condado de Alhama Golf Resort is constructed around a green gem: the Jack Nicklaus designed Signature Golf Course. Built..
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Condado Fitness Centre has the equipment and facilities range to achieve your aims at all levels Whatever shape you’re in, whether you are young or old, if you are looking to add movement to your..
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If you are looking for a holiday villa or apartment for a break in the sun or are a homeowner with a property available to rent, contact Military Breaks Plus Property Rentals and Management Military..
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For peace of mind with all your property-related requirements contact Condado Invest Services based in Condado de Alhama Golf Resort Condado Invest Services provide all types of property services including..
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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..
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Enjoy coastal and inland caravanning holidays all year round in the Costa Cálida A large number of people visiting the Costa Cálida in motor homes choose to do so without booking into an official..
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Alhama de Murcia sports facilities - Complejo Deportivo Guadalentín A sports facility in the outskirts of Alhama de Murcia with good range of facilities: Running track, gymnasium, artificial..
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The municipal sports pavilion of Alhama The municipal sports paviliion of Alhama de Murcia is next to the indoor swimming pool and fitness rooms complex, and offers a full range of classes in..
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The new location is located on the western outskirts of Alhama The new fairground and showground of Alhama de Murcia opened in 2022 and is located on Calle Miguel Ángel Blanco in the Nueva Espuña..
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Public swimming pool and gym in Alhama de Murcia Alhama de Murcia indoor swimming pool and fitness gym This municipal complex in Alhama de Murcia offers a 25-metre pool, a beginners' pool..
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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 of the..
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The dynasty ruled over Alhama from the 14th to the 19th century The names of Vélez and Fajardo are frequently seen throughout the Region of Murcia and are linked with castles, Murcia Cathedral..
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The Sierra is often known as the "green lung" of the Region of Murcia The mountains of Sierra Espuña are a pine clad haven of cool in the summer and a glorious place to enjoy a walk..
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The Centro de Visitantes Ricardo Codorníu is a central information point for visitors to Sierra Espuña It can almost be said that the regional park of Sierra Espuña, which lies in the municipalities..
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An interesting walk for the whole family in the mountains of Sierra Espuña One of the most popular walks in the regional park of the Sierra Espuña leads to the snow wells (Pozos de Nieve), which..
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Alhama de Murcia celebrates its annual Los Mayos festivities at the beginning of May Throughout Spain and the rest of Europe, May Day celebrates the spring and the arrival of a period of fertility..
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The Romería has been celebrated on 2nd February in Alhama for over 200 years Alhama de Murcia is one of the many towns in Spain to celebrate Candlemas and the feast day of the Virgen de la Candelaria..
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The former hub of social, political and economic life in Alhama The Plaza Vieja in Alhama de Murcia was the centre of local social, political and economic life in the town from the mid-14th century..
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A church, a cross, and an occasional venue for outdoor events in Alhama In approximately 1916 a small church was built on a privately owned bare hill in the outskirts of Alhama de Murcia and a..
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The Jardín El Palmeral is a shaded public garden in Alhama de Murcia The Jardin El Palmeral is a palm-lined shaded area used for outdoor concerts and activities in the summer and favoured by local..
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A shaded outdoor garden area near the centre of Alhama The Jardin de Paco Rabal is located on the intersection of Calle Uruguay and Calle Paraguay near the Instituto de Educación Secundaria lES..
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An occasional cultural venue and home to various Town Hall departments in Alhama The Casa de la Cultura in Alhama de Murcia is a multi-use building which holds the offices of a number of Town..
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The Plaza de las Américas is home to the Casa Amarilla Plaza de las Américas is a shaded park and square in the centre of Alhama de Murcia which is also home to the Centro Cultural V Centenario..
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A small village in the farmland between Alhama and the city of Murcia El Cañarico is an agricultural district in the countryside of Alhama de Murcia, and is one of three clustered along the foothills..
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A popular village and campsite in the mountains of Sierra Espuña El Berro is a village in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, 14 kilometres north-west of Alhama de Murcia and 47 Kilometres from the..
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Orange and lemon groves below the mountains of Sierra de Carrascoy La Costera is one of three outlying districts in the north-east of the municipality of Alhama de Murcia which are clustered along..
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Sparsely populated farmland in the foothills of Sierra de Carrascoy Las Cañadas is an agricultural "pedanía", or outlying district, of the municipality of Alhama de Murcia, and is one..
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Spectacular landscapes in the foothills of Sierra Espuña and the Barrancos de Gebas The village of Gebas is in the north of the municipality of Alhama de Murcia, 10 kilometres from the town itself..
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Spectacular views of a unique landscape in the foothills of Sierra Espuña The lunar landscape in Gebas is unique within the Region of Murcia, with undulating areas of cultivation and plunging..
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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..
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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..
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Oficina de Turismo, Alhama de Murcia The principal Alhama de Murcia tourist information office is located on the edge of the Plaza de la Constitución and opposite the Parque de la Cubana in the..
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The connection with water runs from the Roman baths to the Tajo-Segura supply canal These days Alhama de Murcia is a prosperous medium-sized town in the south-west of the Region of Murcia, approximately..
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Alhama de Murcia, calendar of fiestas and celebrations Throughout the year Alhama de Murcia celebrates a number of fiestas, as well as enjoying a busy cultural programme of artesan markets, guided..
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Alhama de Murcia, Semana Santa schedule of parades Semana Santa (Holy Week or Easter Week), is probably the most important week in the religious calendar within the Region of Murcia. Unlike the..
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The church of San Lázaro Obispo Alhama de Murcia, hours of service The church of San Lázaro Obispo is built on the remains of an ancient Christian church, which in turn was possibly built over..
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Two Catholic churches in the centre of Alhama There are two Catholic churches offering services every day of the week throughout the year in the town centre of Alhama. Parroquia de San Lá..
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The former municipal slaughterhouse of Alhama now houses the music school The old slaughterhouse, emblematic of the town's meat industry since its construction at the start of the 20th century..
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The current church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception dates from the 18th century Murcia was one of the first parts of Spain where devotion to the Virgen de la Inmaculada Concepción (Our..
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Centros de Salud in Alhama de Murcia and outlying districts The main health centre which serves the municipality of Alhama de Murcia is in the town itself, and outlying districts of the municipality..
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"Los Baños" Archaeological Museum The "Los Baños" archaeological museum of Alhama de Murcia, which is next to the church of San Lázaro at the foot of the hill on which the..
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The fortress of Alhama was built by the Moors and later occupied by Christian feudal lords During its history the Region of Murcia has been occupied by a series of cultures which define both its..
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The public marketplace of Alhama de Murcia The main covered food market of Alhama de Murcia was built in 1928 following the design of architect Pedro Cerdán, who was born in Torre Pacheco. He..
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The weekly market in Alhama de Murcia is held on Tuesdays Alhama de Murcia holds its weekly street market on Tuesday mornings in Avenida Juan Carlos I, where traders are usually setting up by 08..
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Jardín de los Patos means "garden of the ducks" The Jardin de los Patos, the garden of the ducks, contains an appropriate sculpture in situ, and was formerly the site of the weekly market..
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Pósito Municipal, Alhama de Murcia El Pósito Municipal or municipal grain store of Alhama de Murcia is a large 18th-century building which was restored in 2006 and was used to house cereal crops..
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The former tithe collection building was one of the most important structures in Alhama de Murcia Click to read a full background history of the Alhama de Murcia municipality. The Casa de la..
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The Casa Amarilla exhibition venue in Plaza de las Américas At the beginning of the 20th century Alhama was undergoing a period of economic boom, due to the presence of the spas and hotel. Wealthy..
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Exhibition gallery and public library in Alhama de Murcia Plaza Vieja, a small square at the foot of the hill on which the castle stands, was formerly the centre of social life in Alhama, and..
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A public park and open-air event venue in the centre of Alhama The Parque de la Cubana is a central green area in the heart of Alhama de Murcia located opposite the Town Hall (ayuntamiento) and..
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One of the main cultural venues in Alhama de Murcia This venue in Alhama is just a few metres down the hill from the Los Baños Archaeological Museum and the town centre, tucked away in the corner..
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Work by one of the best-known Murcia artists of the 20th century José María Párraga Luna (May 20th 1937-13th April 1997) José María Parraga was born in the Cartagena district of Alumbres..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE - 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..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE The injured person was unable to move after falling from a height Emergency services were called to an accident on Saturday morning, August 21 following reports that a cyclist..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE A bus connecting Murcia municipalities, Lorca, Totana, Camposol, Mazarrón and Alhama, is now running seven times a day from Monday to Sunday The ‘daylight savings’ summer..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE The tourist office will operate its normal summer hours between June 24th and September 15th The Tourist Information Office is re-opening on Wednesday 24th June and has been fully..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE The annual fiestas go ahead at home in Alhama due to the coronavirus lockdown The town hall of Alhama de Murcia is not allowing a little matter like a worldwide pandemic to get..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE FREE daily guided audiotour in English and Tuesday is market day Free audioguide in English available throughout the week Click here for all What's on in the municipality of..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE Halloween Activities in Alhama: 17.30 to 19:30. Terrifying workshops in the municipal ludoteca with facepainting activity 19:00. Games, fancy dress competition and gymkana..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE Tourist train, carols, music, a Christmas market and plenty for the children to do in Alhama de Murcia over the festive season Alhama de Murcia offers a busy programme of Christmas..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE This weekend Alhama de Murcia gets in the Christmas spirit with a weekend Christmas market in the Plaza de la Constitución in front of the town hall. Alongside the stalls selling..
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ARCHIVED ARTICLE FREE daily guided audiotour in English and Tuesday is market day Free audioguide in English available throughout the week Click here for all What's on in the municipality of..
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