A trip To Nerja & Frigiliana
Discover the fascinating region of La Axarquia.
Frigiliana, a typical whitewashed village dating back to the times of the Moors
Nerja, a lively town with a long history dating back to Roman times.
A Scenic Route
The route itself is worth the trip, taking you through an incredible variety of landscapes, from coast to rugged mountains, to green rolling hills dotted with white villages and olive groves. A day filled with scenery, sights and culture.
Nerja Caves
This cave system had been used by Neanderthals and early civilisations up to the Bronze Age. But it lay unseen by modern eyes until 1959 when a group of friends stumbled upon it while out catching bats.
Balcón de Europa
This seafront veranda at the top of a headland is a big part of local life in Nerja. It got its name in 1885 when King Alfonso XII visited this spot following an earthquake and remarked that it was the “balcony of Europe”. When you contemplate the sea from the iron railings it’s hard to disagree. There’s a statue of King Alfonso here, as well as a sculpture on the plaza behind commemorating the discovery of Nerja’s caves.
El Cañuelo Bech
Around 10 kilometres east of Nerja there’s a peaceful little cove with a shale beach. Not too many people make it this far outside the resort, and what adds to the sense of seclusion is the ban on cars in the Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Park; you have to park up by the road and catch a minibus down the shore. There you can unwind in front of rocky, pine-dappled hills or take a dip in the serene waters, which offer some of the best snorkelling.
