MURCIA NORTH & NORTH WEST

Yecla announces million-euro investment in the ruined Moorish castle Hisn Yakka gave its name both the castle hill and the town of Yecla itself The Town Hall of Yecla has announced an investment totalling slightly more than a million euros in a project to breathe life into the remains of the 11th- to 14th-century Moorish.. 19/01/2026

5 ways to enjoy a great day out in YeclaA historic town in the captivating countryside of northern Murcia with unique gastronomic, wine-making and fiesta traditions! Yecla is the northernmost municipality of the Region of Murcia, and its inland location means that it is often lower down the list..

€2.8 Million investment to restore the Río Mula and reduce flood riskThe CHS is restoring the Río Mula river from La Cierva reservoir to the Segura River to improve drainage and the riverbanks Restoration of the Río Mula river has begun, with over €2.8 million being spent to remove invasive.. 15/01/2026

Jumilla to promote wine tourism at the FITUR fair in MadridThe Region of Murcia will be presenting a new Wine Tourism initiative at the largest annual tourism fair in the world FITUR, the largest annual tourism fair in the world is being held in Madrid from 21st to 25th January, and the municipality of Jumilla.. 15/01/2026

Murcia's enchanted snail: A tiny new species from a legendary springUniversity researchers uncover Robustiella incantata, first stygobiont snail unique to Region of Murcia Researchers at the University of Murcia have found a brand new snail species, so small it's almost magical, living in the groundwater of a spring.. 14/01/2026

Jumilla secures €30,000 grant to improve museum accessibility for disabled visitorsThe project will add tactile resources, Braille materials and audio guides to three museum spaces Jumilla Town Council has secured a €30,000 grant from Region of Murcia government to improve universal accessibility in the town's museums. &.. 12/01/2026

Murcia hospitals at full stretch as post-holiday pressures mountEmergency rooms crowded despite falling flu numbers, with ministers warning of potential post-Christmas spike Hospitals across the Region of Murcia faced a challenging Wednesday this week, with nearly 100 patients left waiting for beds. The hardest hit.. 08/01/2026

Luck shines again on Murcia as El Niño lottery shares its joy with Yecla and San PedroTwo local shops celebrate after selling winning tickets in Spain’s second-biggest lottery draw The festive season ended on a cheerful note in the Region of Murcia this year as the El Niño Extraordinary Lottery brought a welcome dose of good.. 07/01/2026

Escape to the Honey River and Guatazales for a unique pre-Christmas experienceBook your tasting experience or beekeeping workshop before December 17 or gift an unforgettable 2026 adventure The team at Guatazales wants to wish all their guests and customers a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with the same peace.. 03/12/2025

Temporary respite breaks for carers as the DomusVi Murcia residence prepares for the Christmas season!A second home for the elderly at DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia helps answer the question “Who cares for the carer?” This is one of those times of year when our thoughts inevitably turn to family and friends as we prepare for the festive season.. 25/11/2025

Guatazales in Bullas: Where regenerative farming brings the ancient River of Honey back to lifeMeet the happy bees, taste award-winning organic produce and reconnect with nature in the mountains of northwest Murcia Guatazales sits in one of the most magical and mysterious corners of the Region of Murcia, along what is known today as the Rí.. 06/11/2025

50 per cent off tourist accommodation in Murcia for those with Spanish residency!Hotel, rural accommodation and campsite stays at half price throughout Murcia! The regional government has once again launched its annual Bono Turístico scheme, which consists of 50% discounts offered to those with Spanish residency at various tourist..

DomusVi residence for the elderly in the city of Murcia - your questions answered on how day-to-day life actually works! Placing a relative in a residence for the elderly can be traumatic, but DomusVi make it far easier with their guarantee of person-centred care The decision that an elderly relative or loved one is better off in a residence where they are constantly safe and..

One of the hardest decisions of your life??Placing a relative in a residence for the elderly can be traumatic, but DomusVi make it far easier with their guarantee of person-centred care The decision that an elderly relative or loved one is better off in a residence where they are constantly safe and..

Getting away from it all in the mountains of Sierra EspuñaThe “green heart” of the Region of Murcia is a must for lovers of the great outdoors all year round! The Regional Park of Sierra Espuña is one of the great natural treasures of the Region of Murcia, with its marvellous landscapes, innumerable..

“Proper Care” at DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia, the difference between treatment and personalized careThe human touch is key at all DomusVi residences for the elderly throughout Spain Domus Vi Ciudad de Murcia is just one of the largest group of residences for the elderly in Spain, and follows the same maxim which governs the care provided throughout the country..

Holy Jubilee Year begins in Cehegín on July 25The Jubilee celebrates the 300th anniversary of the arrival of the figure of the Virgen de las Maravillas in Cehegín On 25th July 2025 a year-long Holy Jubilee Year begins in the town of Cehegín in the north-west of the Region of Murcia.. 10/07/2025

Temporary respite breaks offer elderly residents professional and personal support at DomusVi Ciudad de MurciaDomusVi Ciudad de Murcia, a home from home with wellbeing guaranteed from the very first day Caring for an elderly relative, neighbour or friend is a great test of the dedication of those upon whom the duty falls, and often they become so engrossed with the..

Taster menu on a short walk in Caravaca de la Cruz for just 16 euros!Enjoy the city centre as you discover some of the favourite snacks of Caravaca! In 2025 the Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has joined forces with local restaurants to launch a series of five easily affordable gastronomic routes in and around the city under..

Exciting ways to see the wildlife of the Region of Murcia!Where to see animals from whales to eagles in the Region of Murcia! Wild animals are all around is, of course, but so accustomed are we to small insects and birds that we rarely stop to remember that not so far away are some of the most fascinating and impressive..