MURCIA NORTH & NORTH WEST

The Region of Murcia, paradise for cyclists!A huge range of destinations for two-wheeled travel in all corners of the Costa Cálida Cycling tourism is becoming more and more popular throughout Europe and, for various reasons, the Region of Murcia is one of the most attractive destinations.. 27/04/2026

Street lighting for the Caravaca-Cehegín greenway287,000 people used the walk in 2025 between visitors, locals, walkers and cyclists The Greenway of North-West of Murcia is currently being improved in several ways, and after the re-surfacing of a 28-kilometre stretch it has now been confirmed that the.. 17/04/2026

Cycling in Caravaca: an intermediate 50-km route to the villages of Barranda and ArchivelThis Caravaca cycling tour includes optional stops at two archaeological sites One of two recommended short cycling trips for those who are not accompanied by small children, this route is entitled “Culture, Water and Roots” and covers a distance.. 25/02/2026

The mountains of Sierra de la Pila in north-eastern MurciaA protected Regional Park which has barely been altered by human activity over the millennia The Regional Park of the Sierra de la Pila is an area of 8,836 hectares in the north-east of the Region of Murcia, occupying parts of the municipalities of Abará..

Cycling in Caravaca: an easy route for all the family between Cehegín and CaravacaThis Caravaca cycling tour follows part of the Camino de Levante pilgrimage route One of two recommended short cycling trips for beginners and families of all ages, this route follows the steps of the pilgrims who have come to Caravaca de la Cruz to venerate..

Cycling in Caravaca: an easy route for families in and around the historic cityEnjoy monuments in the centre of Caravaca and the natural beauty spot of Las Fuentes del Marqués! This 14-kilometre circular cycling route, taking you to many of the most iconic locations in the holy city of Caravaca de la Cruz, is a very easy one and..

7 slow tourism experiences in the Region of MurciaTake your foot of the pedal as you wallow in the rhythms of Nature and local customs in rural Murcia! “Slow tourism” is a way of travelling which places the emphasis on tranquillity, getting in touch with Nature and showing respect for the environment..

Step into autumn: Three of the best easy walks around La Contraparada, MurciaEnjoy peaceful riverside paths, ancient irrigation channels and a taste of Murcia’s orchard heritage When the fierce summer sun finally eases, the Region of Murcia takes on a gentler mood. The air cools, the colours deepen, and the same trails that.. 13/11/2025

The Ricote Valley, a natural paradise in the Region of MurciaA host of reasons to take a trip to this hidden valley just half an hour from the city of Murcia The Ricote Valley, with its green countryside and naturally isolated location, is in the heart of the Region of Murcia and is also sometimes referred to as the..

May 17 Free guided walk in the Cañaverosa nature reserve in north-west MurciaBeauty 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 the municipal boundary..

May 24 Free guided walk along the Chicharra greenway in YeclaThe visit follows the track bed of the old railway line which linked Yecla with Cieza and Alicante The Vía Verde del Chicharra is a greenway which has been created, like many others, by making use of an old disused railway trackbed, this one running..

June 6 Desafío Arcilasis in the Caravaca village of ArchivelThe Caravaca countryside hosts its annual test of strength and resilience  The details have been confirmed for this year’s “Desafío Arcilasis” event in the village of Archivel, where competitors will put to the test their strength..

Cycling tours in and around Caravaca for all the familyA brilliant healthy way to discover the city and surroundings of Caravaca One of the most enjoyable, healthiest and most environmentally-friendly ways to explore any location is on the saddle of your bike, and these guided excursions in the holy city of Caravaca..

10 sites to see prehistoric rock art in the Region of MurciaFrom Yecla and Moratalla in the north to Isla Plana in the south, Murcia was home to cave-dwelling artists as long as 10,000 years ago Hidden away in caves and rock shelters of the Murcia countryside is evidence that the forefathers of modern humans inhabited..

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Floracion peach blossoms in Cieza this spring: When is the best time to go?Witness the magic of the Cieza peach trees in bloom this year Every spring, the fields around Cieza in Spain’s Region of Murcia celebrate an unparalleled spectacle of nature – the floración, or the flowering of the blossoms on the.. 21/01/2025

Walking in Yecla: the sanctuary and castle hill and the old townA 75-minute walk through the history of the town of Yecla! Click here to download a leaflet published by the tourist office of Yecla in Spanish and English with a route in and around the historic and picturesque old centre of Yecla.

5 of the lesser-known beauty spots in the Region of MurciaWhere to go to create slightly different memories of a trip to the Costa Cálida! Most visitors know about 3 or 4 of the most popular tourist attractions and beauty spots in the Region of Murcia, with thousands flocking all year round to the Cathedral..

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..

PR-MU 131 Sendero Baldomero Brugarolas – Camino histórico al Pozo de la Nieve de las Ánimas hiking route in Alhama de Murcia and Sierra EspuñaA 16-kilometre hike in Alhama which climbs from 200 m above sea level to almost the height of Ben Nevis! The latest hiking route to be fully signposted and included in the regional register of Murcia is a very testing one of 16 kilometres from the town centre..