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MOJACAR AREA - A FILM SET SCENARY
Nature and the landscape in the Mojacar area are truly outstanding.
Its exotic beauty is reminiscent of faraway places and not without
cause - films like Lawrence of Arabia, Treasure Island and Indiana
Jones have been filmed in its surroundings. In this quiet corner of
Mediterranean Spain, you can still find unspoilt beaches and the area
benefits from development control that ensures that the mistakes found
in other Spanish coastal areas are avoided.
All this makes it an ideal base for those who seek the calm and tranquillity
which is on offer after summer comes to an end and the beaches empty.
It is then that you can shake off another cold winter and take advantage
of the delights of the different winter that awaits you here. So as
winter draws in and rain, snow and cold threaten, this attractive
respite full of sunshine and tranquillity awaits – take a winter
break in Mojacar.
LANDSCAPES
To the north, at the end of Sierra Cabrera Mountains, is found the
old Moorish village of Mojacar. Its small, white-painted houses perched
on the top of the hill, with views of the landscape, catch the eye
of the observer in clear contrast with the wide planes, sand beaches
and golf courses appearing around typical Andalusian villages. The
beaches at Mojacar and Vera extends 28 Km all along the coast to the
South West and below Sierra Cabrera Mountains and the coast road has
a different scene around every curve - picturesque spots and magnificent
sea views – so that you will soon be wondering what other surprises
lie in store.
As you enter the Nature Reserve of Cabo de Gata, the coastline becomes
even wilder and untouched with an infinite number of small beaches
and bays, where the only possible access is to leave your car and
arrive by foot. Nature here is at its richest, despite the initial
appearance to the contrary, and there is an abundance of natural resources
to be discovered. Exploring the hills and mountain ranges using the
old tracks and paths offers one of the best ways of getting to know
Mojacar area and its lesser-visited corners.
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CLIMATE
Located in the South east of Spain and protected by Sierra Cabrera
Mountains, Mojacar and Vera enjoy a benign climate. More than 300
days of sunshine per year and an average winter temperature of 20º
C. guarantee the mildness of this microclimate.
Mojacar in winter is a peaceful place with clean air, long sandy beaches
and restful climate
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Maximum
temp.High |
Maximum
temp.Ave |
Minimum
temp. Low |
Minimum
temp. Ave |
Sea
Temp. |
| January |
19 |
16,1 |
8 |
10,9 |
15 |
| February |
20 |
16,4 |
9 |
11,0 |
16 |
| March |
23 |
18,3 |
10 |
12,5 |
17 |
| April |
27 |
20,9 |
11 |
14,7 |
18 |
| May |
29 |
23,4 |
13 |
16,8 |
18 |
| June |
30 |
26,4 |
12 |
18,8 |
23 |
| July |
31 |
27,4 |
15 |
20,8 |
22 |
| August |
32 |
28,7 |
21 |
22,9 |
23 |
| September |
32 |
27,0 |
17 |
21,5 |
22 |
| October |
27 |
25,1 |
14 |
18,8 |
23 |
| November |
24 |
29,7 |
10 |
14,1 |
17 |
| December |
20 |
17,1 |
7 |
15,0 |
16 |
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CULTURE
Mojacar and Vera, have a very long history and has been populated
by many different cultures over the centuries. Moorish culture remains
very much in evidence in the white painted houses, architectural arches
and cupolas and festive events; thousand year old towers, castles
and alcazabas are silhouetted against the landscape, hills and mountain
ranges and views of palm trees and chumberas provide a delightful
contrast with the blend of blues and whites of the villages, sky and
sea - one can easily be transported in the imagination to other exotic
and far away countries.
The cuisine is simple yet distinctive. Its mixture of old traditions
with an original and noticeable Arab influence has resulted in a delightful
combination. As well as the simple and giant prawn, there is a wealth
of fish, large and small, to be tried from the Mediterranean - fried
or just cooked on the hot-plate with a little pinch of salt and olive
oil, to bring out the full quality and flavour of these marine delicacies.
Or, if you prefer cuisines from other countries, you can choose from
the 150 restaurants in Mojacar area, including English, French, Italian,
or Mexican.
LEISURE AND SERVICES
The sea, beaches and mountains are an unexpected pleasure but this
is a place where you can find a full range of activities
-4 Golf Courses: Valle del Este, Marina de la Torre, Desert Spring
and Cortijo Cabrera. And remember the saying - ”More sunny hours,
more playing hours”.
-Boat cruisers, sailing school, water skiing, windsurfing, guided
horseback rides, several tennis clubs and micro light flying.
-Or, take full advantage of the Nature Reserve by following some of
its numerous routes by car, bicycle or on foot.
A full range of services, including 24-hour medical emergency facilities
and hospital services at the nearby Hospital of Huercal Overa, assures
you immediate attention if needed.
HOW TO GET THERE
Mojacar and Vera are well connected to the world, with international
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Almeria airport:
45 min. away on the motorway (80 Km)
Murcia airport:
1,30 hours away on the motorway
(135 Km.)
Alicante airport:
2 hours away on the motorway (210 Km.)
For further information on Spanish airports: http://www.aena.es
Direct flights to Almeria, Murcia or Alicante.
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If you prefer to come from England by car, the ferry will take you
from the south of England to the north of Spain (Bilbao or Santander
ports) from where you can pick up the motorway that connects to Mojacar.
From Portsmouth to Bilbao: http://www.poportsmouthes.com
From Plymouth to Santander: http://www.brittanyferries.es
For further information: http://www.ferrysmart.co.uk
A motorway all along the Mediterranean Coast will take you from France
to Mojacar and Vera vicinity. |
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