With a population of about 40, Rubite is one of the smaller villages in the Axarquia
region of Andalucia.With an altitude of 400 metres, Rubite is located 42 kilometres to the east of Malaga and 16
kilometres from the coast.
La Maroma, the highest peak in the Sierra Tejeda mountain range, shelters the village and is
occasionally snow capped in winter. The Sierra is a nature reserve with an abundance of wild plants and animal life.
The surrounding countryside provides everything from a country stroll to a full day mountain hike. You can walk through
ancient olive and lemon groves on old mule tracks which link traditional white villages. The only people you meet are
occasional goat herders or farmers tending their vines. The more adventurous can tackle high mountain peaks accompanied by
Griffon Vultures soaring overhead and be rewarded with stunning views of the Mediterranean and beyond to the Rif mountains
of North Africa. There are numerous olive, almond and carob trees and for many months each year the hillside is a riot of
colours and scents, thanks to the profusion of wild flowers and herbs. In January the hills are covered in pink and white
clouds of fragrant almond blossoms and there are lavender, thyme, rosemary, poppies, wild orchids, corn-flowers and much more.
Useful Numbers:
Emergency Doctor: 061
Emergency Police: 091
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