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Visit the rice fields of Calasparra this year!Calasparra in north-western Murcia celebrates its main culinary and agricultural speciality There are many attractions in and around the town of Calasparra, in the north-west of the Region of Murcia, including the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Esperanza.. 20/03/2026

Discover the natural paradise of the River Argos in north-western MurciaHiking, kayaking, birdwatching and the simple joy of the countryside in Caravaca, Cehegín and Calasparra Source: ITREM The River Argos is far from being a major waterway but it is one of the natural jewels of the north-west of the Region of Murcia..

5 great destinations in the north-west of Murcia during the Holy Jubilee Year of 2024 in CaravacaCaravaca and its neighbours Cehegín, Bullas, Calasparra and Bullas all offer a fascinating range of experiences to visitors The city of Caravaca de la Cruz is one of only 5 to have been awarded the status of “Holy Cities” by the Vatican..

Rafting on the River Segura and a chance to sample dishes made with Calasparra riceHealthy exercise on the river followed by a delicious lunch or dinner in Calasparra For many people summer in the Costa Cálida is limited to soaking up the rays on the beach and enjoying sundowners in a seafront restaurant or chiringuito, but a great..

The nature reserve of the riverbank woodland in CañaverosaA lush green environment on the banks of the upper reaches of the Segura in Calasparra and Moratalla Cañaverosa is the only one of the three nationally recognized nature reserves in the Region of Murcia to be located on land, with the other two both..

Weekly street market in Calasparra Friday is market day in Calasparra: 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..

Santuario Virgen de la Esperanza, Calasparra Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Esperanza, Calasparra One of the most beautiful sanctuaries in the Region of Murcia is that of the Virgen de la Esperanza in Calasparra. This little sanctuary is cut into the rock face of a sheer cliff overlooking..

Torre del Reloj, Calasparra The clock tower, Calasparra This tower was first built in an era when only the very wealthy were able to afford watches and clocks, farmers living their lives by the position of the sun and the hours of daylight throughout the year. Life was controlled..

January 10, 17 and 24 Dramatized tours of the history of the Virgen de las Maravillas in CehegínARCHIVED ARTICLE - Join the “Sueño del Fraile” tour and relive the history of the local patron of Cehegín Following the great success of the dramatized tours in Spanish named “El Sueño del Fraile” in the autumn..

March 21 Guided tour of the Villa Vieja Moorish remains in CalasparraARCHIVED ARTICLE - A great way to start a day exploring in and around the town of Calasparra The Villa Vieja just outside Calasparra in north-western Murcia is the area where the Moors first settled, and although it is now in ruins it is regarded as the origin..

April 25 Guided tour of the Villa Vieja Moorish remains in CalasparraARCHIVED ARTICLE - A great way to start a day exploring in and around the town of Calasparra The Villa Vieja just outside Calasparra in north-western Murcia is the area where the Moors first settled, and although it is now in ruins it is regarded as the origin..

May 17 Free guided walk in the Cañaverosa nature reserve in north-west MurciaARCHIVED ARTICLE - Beauty on the banks of the River Segura between Moratalla and Calasparra The Cañaverosa nature reserve was created in 1992 and occupies an area of approximately 225 hectares in the far north-west of the Region of Murcia, straddling..

January 24 to 26 Folk and Cuadrillas festival in the Caravaca village of BarrandaARCHIVED ARTICLE - A feast of music coinciding with the local Fiestas de la Candelaria in Barranda Over the weekend of 24th to 26th January 2025 the village of Barranda in the municipality of Caravaca de la Cruz will be welcoming thousands of people to the..

January 25 Essencial The Music of Abba in CaravacaARCHIVED ARTICLE - This top ABBA tribute show comes to the Teatro Thuiller in Caravaca de la Cruz The city of Caravaca de la Cruz in north-western Murcia travels back in time to the e70s and 80s on Saturday January 25, when the Teatro Thuillier welcomes..

February 15 and 16 Gastronomic lunch menu weekend in Caravaca de la CruzARCHIVED ARTICLE - Sample the true taste of the north-west of Murcia at this annual Caravaca event The local Sociedad Gastronómica in Caravaca is holding its annual gastronomic weekend on February 15 and 16 at Restaurante Pedro Marín (click for..

February 23 Free guided tour of the historic buildings in the old centre of CehegínARCHIVED ARTICLE - A 2-hour walk around the picturesque town of Cehegín This latest guided tour in the picturesque hilltop town of Cehegín in the north-west of Murcia takes place on Sunday February 23, beginning in the Plaza del Alpargatero at..

January 25 Guided tour of the historic town centre of MoratallaARCHIVED ARTICLE - Discover the monuments and history of Moratalla in the north-west of the Region of Murcia This guided tour of the town of Moratalla, which is dominated by the medieval castle and impressive churches, begins at 11.00 on Saturday January 25..

October 24 to 26 Calarroz gastro-festival featuring the rice of CalasparraARCHIVED ARTICLE - An international event featuring show cookings with chefs from Spain, France and Germany One of the most photographed views in Calasparra is that of the rice fields which fringe the River Segura, startling green belts of vivid colour during..

July 12 Free guided tour of the Moorish origins of MulaARCHIVED ARTICLE - Mula reveals its Islamic past, including the defensive wall built by the Moors in the 12th and 13th centuries This tour of Mula, sometimes referred to as the gateway to the north-west of the Region of Murcia, begins at the castle, where..

Weekend camper van tours of the municipality of Caravaca de la Cruz!ARCHIVED ARTICLE - Discover the beautiful countryside around the Holy City of Caravaca One of the “Jubilee Experiences” available during the Holy Jubilee Year of 2024 in Caravaca de la Cruz is this camper van tour of the outlying districts and..