Alhama de Murcia
26 MAR - 05 ABR
Alhama de Murcia celebrates Easter Week with processions, flowers and sweets Semana Santa (Holy Week or Easter) is probably the most important few days in the religious calendar of the Region of Murcia and is full of processions, flowers and music, commemorating the suffering and death of Jesus and his subsequent resurrection. Far removed from the world of chocolate and bunnies, Semana Santa in Murcia is a week of colourful processions, rows of penitents accompanying the ¿pasos¿ representing the last days in the life of Jesus throughout..
Murcia
20 AGO - 31 DIC
Top viewing points from La Manga del Mar Menor to Águilas Source: ITREM Wherever you go in the Mediterranean, if offered the choice you¿ll always opt for a place with a balcony and a sea view, and in the Region of Murcia nature provides a myriad of privileged locations with their own panoramic vistas! Of course, they don¿t come equipped with en-suite bathrooms and mini-fridges, but these places are perfect to just stop and contemplate the enormity of the Mediterranean for as far as the eye can see, and what they lack in air conditioning..
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..
Caravaca de La Cruz
27 MAR - 05 ABR
The main processions in Caravaca are on the Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of Easter Week In the Holy City of Caravaca de la Cruz the first known documentary references to the celebration of Semana Santa, or Easter Week, date back to the 16th century, and there are now seven ¿cofradías¿ (brotherhoods) taking part in the processions. Most of the sculpted figures and tableaux paraded date from the 17th and 18th centuries, although it was not until the 18th that some of the processions began to climb the hill to the castle/sanctuary which..
Yecla
26 ABR
Visit the legendary mountain and the 10,000-year-old prehistoric artwork of Yecla This guided hike at the mystical mountain of Monte Arabí in Yecla, in the north of Murcia, is of special interest not only to palaeontologists and archaeologists, due to the inclusion of visits to the famed Visera I and II rock art sites, but also to lovers of the great outdoors who enjoy an instructive tour of the countryside. There are prehistoric paintings here dating back to the earliest era of European rock art more than 8,000 years ago as well as petroglyphs..
Mazarrón
01 MAY
The 3.1-km route takes competitors around the headland of the port in Mazarrón Anyone wanting to celebrate the national holiday on Friday May 1 (a national holiday) with a testing swim in the Mediterranean will be interested to learn that the 4th edition of the Puerto de Mazarrón open water race around the headland on which the lighthouse stands is starting at 10.00 in the morning. As has become customary, the event begins at Playa de la Isla with the course taking competitors on a 3.1-km route around the headland and the marina to the..
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Calasparra
Archena is crossed by the Segura River and is the entrance to the Ricote Valley. This fertile oasis surrounded by mountains is notorious for the therapeutic power of its thermal waters and for a history which dates back to the Iberian period
Found on the shores of the Mar Menor, this town has for generations been considered the ideal place to relax as you enjoy its beaches and water sports. Today, Los Alcázares is one of the top tourist destinations in the whole region.
If you're going with family or friends, as a couple or alone... We have beaches of all types, from small and hidden coves to long stretches of fine sand, and to top it off, they are spread out over two seas. Don't worry, we have the beach you are looking for!
Dedicated to our tireless travellers, we present our top 10 Fall getaway ideas to escape the daily grind and enjoy yourself.
Calasparra, surrounded by four different rivers and two marshes, has one of the most amazing natural landscapes in the north-west. You will be amazed by its cave paintings, archaeological sites, culture, outdoor sports and its rice, which could be probably the best you¿ve ever tasted.
In the far northwest of the Region of Murcia lies Moratalla, the site of the ancient legacy of the Order of Santiago knights. The silhouette of its castle stands out in a landscape of valleys and its identity has remained almost intact for centuries. Cave paintings and the remains of Iberian, Roman and Medieval settlements add to the beauty of the woods and hills of one of the noblest lands in the Region.
In a region where parties are held every month of the year, it's more than likely that your visit will coincide with at least one of them, and if not, there is bound to be a festival. Music, theatre, dance... whatever takes your fancy, we have something for you.
Reading the menu in a Murcia bar or restaurant can be, to say the least, perplexing for a foreigner. You could submit the waiter to an intensive questioning, play eenie meenie miney moe or have a look at our glossary, but really don't worry! Whatever you choose, it's sure to be the right decision.
Ideal activities in the Region of Murcia for nature lovers: kayaking, cycling, hiking, rafting, kite surfing ...
This section is for you if you enjoy every step of your trip. We offer you a wide range of routes and guided visits to explore our region.
