Murcia
17 MAR - 31 DIC
Pisto murciano, ensalada murciana and zarangollo are key elements of the culinary identity of the Costa Cálida No celebration of the cuisine of the Region of Murcia (¿The Region of 1,001 Tastes¿) is complete without the dishes which combine the products of the ¿huerta¿, the fruit orchards and vegetable plantations which are sometimes referred to as the market garden of Europe. The fertile soil and sunny climate of the Costa Cálida favour the cultivation of numerous vegetable products which are nowadays exported all over Europe, and..
Murcia
18 MAR - 31 DIC
Just a few of the natural gems of Murcia, put them on your ¿must visit¿ list! Most visitors know the Region of Murcia as a beach holiday destination, but in fact the variety of landscapes and spectacular views is far wider and it is worth getting to know a few of them. The chances are that once you start exploring you'll find it hard to stop! Salto del Usero The waterfalls which burst out of a rock face just outside the Bullas are soon to be officially classified as a ¿Natural Monument¿, although locals who..
Murcia
07 ABR - 31 DIC
From the Costa Cálida in the south to the mountains of Jumilla, fabulous landscapes and fascinating sights! Throughout the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida there are countless attractive walking routes, popular with those exploring the huge variety of landscapes from the coast and coastal plains to the mountains and moonscapes further inland. Some of these are gentle strolls while others require more physical exertion, but all of them offer chances to admire different aspects of the beauty of the Region, and below are just a few..
Murcia
10 MAY - 31 DIC
Capture the essence of the Costa Cálida in the course of a long weekend Are you taking advantage of the warm spring weather to spend a long weekend in the Costa Cálida? Or maybe you live here and have friends who are coming to explore the Region of Murcia? How can it be possible to take in the essence of an area half the size of Wales in just a couple of days without it becoming a frenetic and fretful chase from one destination to another? Well, of course sacrifices will have to be made, but here are a couple of suggestions from the regional..
Murcia
10 AGO - 31 DIC
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Murcia
06 SEP - 31 DIC
Wine, cheese, honey, beer, liqueurs, wild plants, coffee¿ just some of the gastronomic delights awaiting you in the Costa Cálida! Of course tourism in the three largest cities of the Region of Murcia (Lorca, Cartagena and the regional capital) depends to a large degree on the wealth of historical and architectural monuments and, to a certain extent, the beaches of the Costa Cálida, but at the same time the importance of ¿foodie tourism¿ is increasing all the time and there is a vast range of opportunities to discover the flavours which..
Murcia
12 SEP - 31 DIC
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 many options but the jewel in the crown is without doubt the Regional Park of Sierra Espuña. These mountains are sometimes known as the ¿green lung¿ of Murcia, and are located in the west of the Region, reaching a maximum altitude of 1,583 metres above sea level. The regional park is protected..
Murcia
01 OCT - 31 DIC
Get away from it all at thermal spa resorts and thalassotherapy centres in the Costa Cálida Now that the summer holidays are over many of us are getting back into the routine of everyday life, but the Region of Murcia offers plenty of opportunities to get away from it all and de-stress for a couple of days. It¿s not hard: just take a look at some of the places recommended by the regional tourist board to allow yourself to be pampered, including thermal spa resorts and thalassotherapy centres (thalassotherapy being the use of seawater..
Murcia
12 OCT - 31 DIC
Some of the most demanding ascents in southern Spain are to be found in the mountains of Murcia The Region of Murcia is something of a paradise for nature lovers who enjoy exploring on two wheels, with rides ranging from the flat crop fields of the Vega Media around the regional capital, the Campo de Cartagena and the area around the Mar Menor to some extremely testing hill and mountain climbs further inland. Many of these are well-known and indeed often feature not only in the annual Tour of Murcia but also in the Vuelta a España, one..
Murcia
18 NOV - 31 DIC
Adrenalin rushes for children and adults alike in some of the most spectacular scenery of Murcia Safe ziplines designed for children have become relatively commonplace in parts of the UK over recent years, mini versions having been installed in many children¿s playgrounds, but in Spain they are still comparatively hard to find. However, there are some spectacular places in the Region of Murcia where outdoor adventure opportunities such as ziplining and other pursuits are offered. These facilities are open not only to youngsters..
Murcia
31 DIC - 31 DIC
From embroidery to medieval castles, from wineries to railway engineering, just some of the fascinating visits on offer in the Region of Murcia With the lifting of pandemic restrictions there has been a huge resurgence of interest in joining guided tours in the Region of Murcia, and now that the weather at last appears to be making activities out of doors an attractive proposition there are a myriad of visits to choose from. From wine tours in the north to railway history visits in the south-west of the Costa Cálida, passing through..
Murcia
20 ENE - 31 DIC
Restaurants in the Region of Murcia included in the Michelin Guide The Region of Murcia boasts a typically Mediterranean culinary and gastronomic tradition, with plenty of delicious dishes to choose from ranging from the simple Ensalada Murciana to a wide variety of fish and seafood specialities, and it is no surprise that there are various restaurants to have been awarded the prestigious Michelin stars. The Michelin Guide is the oldest restaurant and hotel guide in Europe, providing an annual compendium of the most prestigious eateries..
Murcia
16 FEB - 31 DIC
A medieval-looking fortification housing massive Vickers guns in the mountains between Cartagena and Mazarrón Hidden away at the far end of the headland of Cabo Tiñoso, invisible to those in the nearby villages of La Azohía and Campillo de Adentro, is a remarkable fortress, built in the 20th century but with all the arrow slits and crenelations associated with medieval castles, which hardly anyone in the Region of Murcia was aware of until the 1990s ¿ except the young men doing their (compulsory) military service there! The gun batteries..
Murcia
05 ABR - 31 DIC
This typical Murcia sweet course is simple, unique and delicious The humble ¿paparajote¿ is one of the most emblematic foods instantly associated with the city of Murcia and the countryside of the Campo de Cartagena, prepared using simple local ingredients and standing as a symbol of the ¿huerta¿ (or market garden of Murcia) during the annual local fiestas held in the regional capital in the week after Easter. Unusually, the most important ingredient in a paparajote is one which is not to be eaten: a freshly picked lemon leaf. Leaves..
Murcia
10 ABR - 31 DIC
Offshore exploration of the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor along the Costa Cálida While enjoying the beaches, gastronomy, sunshine and landscapes of the coast of Murcia no-one should miss out on the opportunity to see the area from the other side of the shores which divide land and sea, and there is a wide variety of nautical experiences which allow visitors to see the Costa Cálida from the water. Of course, Murcia is blessed with two seas, the Mediterranean and the inland lagoon of the Mar Menor, making it a perfect location to take..
Murcia
27 ABR - 31 DIC
Water sports and picturesque scenery on the banks of the River Segura in central Murcia Lush greenery, a wide, slow-moving river punctuated by rapids and weirs, a secluded valley hidden from the world by steep mountains¿ this may sound uncharacteristic of the Costa Cálida but it can all be found in the Ricote valley, a natural paradise just 35 kilometres or so from the city of Murcia. This idyllic area in the heart of the Region is full of history, having been known at one point as the ¿Morisco Valley¿ when it was one of the last..
Murcia
11 MAY - 31 DIC
There is a huge variety of views, from Yecla in the north to Águilas in the south, but is your favourite on the list? Choosing the best view in the Region of Murcia is an impossible task, partly because everyone is entitled to their own opinion but also because just when you think you¿ve decided on your answer, another one comes to mind! Nonetheless, the tourist board of Murcia have published their list of recommended viewing points, naming 17 ¿miradores¿ throughout the Region. The 17 locations are all spectacular in their own..
Murcia
29 MAY - 31 DIC
Treasures not far from the beaches of the Costa Cálida, selected by the Murcia tourist board We all know that the most common reasons for visiting the Costa Cálida are the warm climate, the fabulous beaches and the clear waters of the Mediterranean in south-eastern Spain, but of course the Region of Murcia offers far more variety than the traditional sun, sea and sand which first catch the eye of many tourists. Different ways of exploring the region are to be found in all corners of Murcia, and the regional tourist board is constantly..
Murcia
12 JUN - 31 DIC
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 Region of Murcia consists of more than just the fabulous beaches of the Mediterranean and Mar Menor coastlines and there are plenty of fabulous options to break out of the beach routine for a day and explore what the area has to offer just a short drive inland. Water Parks, nature reserves..
Murcia
04 JUL - 31 DIC
Places to let your four-legged friend to enjoy the Costa Cálida as much as you do! During the long, hot summer in the Costa Cálida most of us enjoy a trip to the beach to cool down in the Mediterranean or the Mar Menor, but some wish they could do so in the company of their four-legged friends. Unfortunately, the presence of dogs on the beach and in the water is not appetizing for other beachgoers, but in the Region of Murcia over the last few years various Town Halls have designated particular beaches as being ¿dog-friendly¿, waiving..
