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Almunecar Bay
Almunecar Bay

Almunecar lies on the coast 40 minutes from Granada and less than an hour from the Sierra Nevada. It was settled by Phoenicians, Romans and Arabs whose remains and monuments can be seen around the town. During these eras, and for more than 2,500 years, Almunecar was an important strategic centre and busy trading port. These days, the beaches and promenades have a very classy feel, and the town has lots of character.

Almunecar is situated at the foot of a beautiful and lush tropical valley that, in itself, is the last stretch of the most wonderful, winding scenic route down from Granada. Do not take this route if you have an aversion to heights! – at times it is literally like looking down from an aircraft.

Costa Tropical
Costa Tropical

Positioned between the Rio Verde and Rio Seco river estuaries, now silted up, Almunecar stands on a promontory separating two alluvial flood plains, whose coastlines comprise the principal beaches of Playa Puerta del Mar and Playa San Cristobal. These beaches are breached by cliffs, which support the Arab quarter, and several large rock formations leading out to sea forming interesting coves. The largest of these rock formations, El Penon del Santo, once held an ancient shrine and was accessed from the castle by a bridge. There is now a large cross on top, illuminated at night.

The layout of the old part of town is typically Moorish with steep winding streets leading from the central square, the Plaza de la Constitucion, where the town hall stands, towards the castle and highest old quarter called Barrio San Miguel.

Almunecar
Almunecar Castillo

Sightseeing in Almunecar

The Castillo de San Miguel – a Moorish castle. Originally a Roman castle in the 1st century BC, it was rebuilt by Moors in the 10th century and became an impressive fortress.
The Castle Museum – housed in the Castillo de San Miguel.
The Archaeological Museum – not far from the castle. It is located in the cellars of a Roman construction known as the Cave of the Seven Palaces. The museum houses some interesting finds from the area, including a 3,500 year old Egyptian vase.
The Parque de Majuelo – close to the castle, with shady botanical gardens and a colourful display of exotic plants. In the centre of the park there are remains of Roman fish salting pits.
The Aqueduct – 7 kilometres in length, built by Romans, much of which still stands.
Excavations near the new Plaza Mayor – recent finds of Roman water channels and hot baths.
Loro Sexi Bird Park.
Aqua Tropic Water Park.

Combined discount vouchers are available from tourist information points to visit the Castle, Loro Sexi Bird Park, the Archaeological Museum plus have a ride on the Tropical Express tourist train.

Things To Do in Almunecar

Castillo de San Miguel

Open: Tuesdays-Saturdays - from 10.30h to 13.30h and from 17.30h to 20.00h Sundays & Holidays - from 10.30h to 14.00h Closed Mondays As it has for centuries, the...

Aqua Tropic Waterpark

Open daily from 11.00h to 19.30h, and at night in the water disco, and featuring: Numerous water rides (Black Hole, zig-zags and many others) Water slides...

Loro Sexi Bird Park

Open daily from 11.00h to 14.00h and from 17.00h to 19.00h. Vast aviaries - 1,500 exotic birds from 200 different species. Parrot shows every 45 minutes. Cactus...

Fully refurbished apartment Competa €99k

This a large and cool flat in the centre of Competa with good access to free parking and the centre of the village and all...

Beautiful Townhouse Competa €99k

This townhouse has three internal levels and a large roof terrace with unobstructed views of the countryside and Mount Maroma. The bottom two floors are...

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