Are you going on a trip to Nerja and are looking for Nerja information? Where to eat, where to drink and where to stay? Here you will find all the information about the town, including its history, places of interest and things to do.
The town of Nerja is located about 50 kilometres to the east of Malaga. It can be reached easily on the N340 coastal road which connects Nerja with Malaga and other towns such as Benalmadena, Marbella and even Estepona and Gibraltar. Nerja used to be an old and small fishing village before it became one of the most interesting tourist destinations on the Coast. Today it has a population of 12.000 people and numerous hotels for visitors staying here.
With approximately 16 kilometres of beaches, Nerja is a perfect place for sun worshippers and beach fans. Along the town’s coast you will find water sports facilities which make it equally interesting for tourists wanting a more active holiday. Everything from scuba diving and windsurfing to jet skiing and sailing is available.
Surrounded not only be the Mediterranean Sea but also by the Sierra Almijara mountain range, Nerja enjoys a wonderful climate, protected from the sometimes strong winds that blow along the coastline. Despite its excellent location, the beautiful scenery and the numerous points of interest, Nerja managed to avoid the tourist boom that took place in many other towns and villages, especially to the west of Malaga. Therefore you will still be able to enjoy the traditional atmosphere and less crowded streets and beaches. When going for a walk through the charming old town with its narrow and twisting streets, you will find wonderful whitewashed houses, traditional bars and restaurants as well as one or the other small park with benches for you to rest.
Go a little further and you will reach the impressive "Balcón de Europa" - one of Nerja’s highlights. Formerly the site of a Moorish castle, the place today is dotted with trees and benches. As it is situated on a cliff, you will have the most spectacular views of the sea, coves, the coast and the beaches that stretch to both sides. The Balcón de Europa is surrounded by cafés and restaurants. You will also find horse drawn carriages here should you want to explore the town from an entirely new perspective.
Other places of interest within the town include the wonderful Gardens of Capistrano Playa as well as the 17th century Church of El Salvador. The latter is built in a mixture between Moorish, baroque and mudejar styles and therefore very much worth a visit for those interested in architectural highlights.
Just outside the town, at about three kilometres distance, you will find the probably most popular attraction of Nerja: the caves. With over 20.000 year-old paintings, pre-historic remains and other archaeological finds, the caves are a must-visit for every tourist. In addition to the numerous untouched caves there is also one big cave that has been transformed into a concert hall which is holding regular events during the summer months.
Gastronomy in Nerja is varied and includes everything from traditional tapas and local dishes to eggs and chips. When going to one of the restaurants offering local cuisine you should definitely try the red mullet (De La Doncella) and the fried fish (pescaito frito).
