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Frost in northern Murcia as freezing temperatures precede rain later this week The Costa Cálida has gone from summer to winter in just three weeks! The weather in the Region of Murcia has gone quickly from summer to winter over the last few weeks, to the extent where it is now hard to remember that as recently as 1st.. 20/11/2019

Snow on high ground in the north-west of Murcia Image: Salva Sánchez García Snow in Moratalla just 2 days after Mazarrón topped the Spanish temperature charts with 27 degrees The meteorologists at Aemet had warned that the current cold snap could see the first snow.. 15/11/2019

Jumilla wineries on month-long tour to consolidate exports to China and the Far East China and the Far East are already an important export market for the wines of Jumilla Various of the wine-producing and marketing concerns in Jumilla, where the Denomination of Origin label has grown considerably in prestige since it was created.. 14/11/2019

Exhibition: Los Sueños del Vino in JumillaThis exhibition by Juan Miguel Ortuño can be visited between the 7th November and 31st December Los Sueños del Vino is an exhibition by Juan Miguel Ortuño which can be visited in the municipal archaeological museum, the Museo de..

45 per cent share of Jumilla wine company acquired by Chinese group Davidwine exports 350,000 bottles of Jumilla Wine to the Far East every year The company Davidwine, which sells 350,000 bottles of locally produced wine from Jumilla a year, most of them in China and the Far East, has been partly acquired by the.. 12/11/2019

Work begins on final stretch of new inland Murcia-Valencia motorway The new route will shorten the road journey to Valencia by almost 50 kilometres After many years the project to create an alternative motorway route between the cities of Murcia and Valencia, following an inland route rather than the Mediterranean.. 11/11/2019

Various local taxes now payable in Jumilla The Town Hall issues a reminder that 3 per cent reductions are available on local taxes Jumilla The Town Hall of Jumilla has issued a reminder to residents and property owners in the municipality that the voluntary payment period for the local taxes.. 26/09/2019

September to December 2019, the Murcia Wine Bus wine tasting day trips to Jumilla, Yecla and Bullas The tours include visits to wineries within each D.O production area together with cultural visits and refreshments The Murcia Wine Bus initiative for Autumn 2019 offers day trips to the main wine producing areas of the Region of Murcia, Yecla, Bullas..

Exhibitions throughout the Murcia Region There are always a considerable number of exhibitions on display throughout the Murcia Region in dedicated exhibition spaces and public buildings, all of which are free of charge to visitors. See the scrolling feed below for a selection of current..

Open daily: La Ruta del Vino or Wine Route of Jumilla: visiting the wineries 15 bodegas are affiliated to the Ruta del Vino and offer a wide range of guided visits The wineries and vineyards of the Ruta del Vino in the municipality of Jumilla can be enjoyed and visited in a number of ways, either by individuals or by groups of..

6th, 7th and 8th December Mediaeval market in Caravaca de la Cruz Around 200 stalls, Mediaeval themed artisan market, with lots to buy and plenty to eat Caravaca de la Cruz in the North-west of the Region of Murcia, hosts its annual Mediaeval market to co-incide with the Puente de la Constitución, the Bank Holiday..

15th November to 1st December Mula Tapas Route 2019 VIII Ruta de la Tapa y el Cóctel Mula 2019 The north-westerly municipality of Mula is holding its eighth annual autumn tapas route between the 15th November and 1st December 2019 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. During these weekends visitors..

8th to 24th November Calasparra Tapas Route De Tapas por Calasparra: XII Ruta de la tapa y del cóctel Calasparra in the north-west of the Murcia region, holds its twelfth annual tapas and cocktails route between the 8th and 24th November, operating on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays ...

8th to 24th November Caravaca de la Cruz Tapas Route Taking place at the weekends only De tapas en Caravaca is taking place across the three weekends spanning the 8th to 24th November, with more than 19 establishments offering tapas and a beer at the price of 2.50 euros per portion. The route takes..

Until 1st December, weekend grape harvest activities at Bodegas Luzón in Jumilla A series of events to coincide with the annual “vendimia” in Jumilla A series of activities is being held at the Bodegas Luzón winery just outside the town of Jumilla in northern Murcia at weekends this autumn to coincide with the annual..

1st November to 1st December, special gastronomic menus at restaurants in Jumilla Special menus celebrate the gastronomic traditions of northern Murcia during November The 14th edition of the annual “Jornadas Gastronómicas” in Jumilla takes place at weekends during the month of November 2019 with the aim of attracting..

1st to 30th November Moratalla tapas route Tapas and a drink for 2 euros The town of Moratalla in North-west Murcia is holding its annual 2019 Autumn Tapas Route with local establishments offering a selected tapas and beer for just 2.50 euros or a cocktail for 4 euros. As normal, participants..

Sunday 24th November Free guided tour of Villaricos Roman Villa site in Mula The Roman Villa of Los Villaricos was an important agricultural villa On Sunday 24th November the Town Hall of Mula is offering a free guided tour of the Roman Villa site of Villaricos (the “Los Villaricos” archaeological site: this link includes..

Sunday 24th November El Mesoncico artisan market in CehegínThis atmospheric artisan market is in the heart of north-west Murcia The artisan market, El Mesoncico starts a new cycle on Sunday 24th November in the historic Plaza del Castillo ( Mesoncico) at the top of town in the old quarter, creating an atmospheric..

24th November Cehegín; Guided tour of Visigoth Begastri and wine school Begastri was a major Visigoth settlement in north-west Murcia The important archaeological site of Begastri, 3 kilometres from Cehegín, is offering a Spanish language tour of the remains of the hilltop fortress town followed by a visit to the..

Sunday 24th November Jumilla castle tour (Spanish) Afterwards there’s time for a visit to one of the Bodegas for which Jumilla is so famous There are two Spanish language tours at 10.15 and 11.30.Cost 2.10 euros including Vat. Visit the Mediaeval castle in Jumilla after its recent restoration..

What’s on in Jumilla October to December 2019 On the agenda in Jumilla are guided tours, drama, exhibitions, cinema, fun for the children and, of course, wine tasting! The following are among the varied tourism and cultural events scheduled for the months of October, November and December in..

Sunday Decenber 1st FREE ENGLISH language guided tour of Jumilla old town and Archaeological Museum Jumilla also offers many wine-producing bodegas which can be visited on the same day Route name: OLD TOWN OF JUMILLA +ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Language: English (see feed below for dates of other English and Spanish language tours) This FREE guided..

7th December Free guided visit: Yecla on the day of the bajada of the Virgen de la Purísima Experience Yecla on this important day of fiestas The patron saint’s fiestas in Yecla, which take place every year starting on 5th December, are the continuation of a tradition which began almost 400 years ago, with the rituals and ceremonies having..

7th December, the Murcia Wine Bus visits the Ruta del Vino in Jumilla The tour includes visits to wineries and other places of local interest in and around Bullas The Murcia Wine Bus initiative for autumn 2019 offers day trips to the main wine producing areas of the Region of Murcia - Yecla, Bullas and Jumilla - with a..

Sunday 8th December Jumilla Free guided tour of Archaeological Museum and old quarter Jumilla also offers many wine-producing bodegas which can be visited on the same day Route name: CASCO ANTIGUO DE JUMILLA +MUSEO ARQUEOLÓGICO Language: Spanish (see feed below for dates of other English and Spanish language tours) This..

Saturday 14th December free guided route: Preparing for Christmas in Molina de Segura On Saturday 14th December Molina de Segura offers a free guided evening tour to discover the main attractions of the town as it prepares for Christmas. The visit leaves the Plaza de la Molinera at 5pm and takes in the castle viewpoint, the Museo del Horno..

Sunday 15th December Jumilla castle tour (Spanish) Afterwards there’s time for a visit to one of the Bodegas for which Jumilla is so famous There are two Spanish language tours at 10.15 and 11.30.Cost 2.10 euros including Vat. Visit the Mediaeval castle in Jumilla after its recent restoration..

15th December 2019 FREE guided tour of historical Caravaca de la Cruz Caravaca de la Cruz, guided visit of historical quarter Route date: 15th December 2019 Route name: Patrimonio Nobiliario CARAVACA DE LA CRUZ. Caravaca de la Cruz is one of only 5 Holy Cities in the world, due to the presence of part of the..

20th to 23rd December Yecla Christmas MarketThe northernmost municipality in the Murcia Region prepares for Christmas Although Christmas is less of an event than Three Kings in Spain, it is still a time for celebration and each year Yecla, the northernmost municipality in the Murcia Region, ..

21st December; Free guided tour to discover the baroque palaces of Cehegín This north-westerly town is crammed with palatial homes The town of Cehegín still retains a significant number of the palatial houses formerly owned by the wealthy nobles who controlled the land surrounding the town and this tour visits several..

Sunday 22nd December Yecla: free guided pre-Christmas tourExperience the northern-most municipality of the region of Murcia as it prepares for the festive season This evening tour visits some of the belenes (nativity scenes) of the town and offers a pre-Christmas experience enjoying the festive atmosphere, decorations..

Sunday 22nd December Christmas edition of Cehegín Artisan MarketThis atmospheric artisan market is in the heart of north-west Murcia The artisan market, El Mesoncico continues with the second market in its shortened cycle on Sunday 22nd December in the historic Plaza del Castillo ( Mesoncico) at the top of town in..

Saturday 28th December Yecla: free guided festive season tourExperience the northern-most municipality of the region of Murcia as it enjoys the festive season This evening tour visits some of the belenes (nativity scenes) of the town and offers a seasonal experience enjoying the festive atmosphere, decorations and..

Sunday 26th January 2020 Cehegin second-hand and antiques fairBag yourself a bargain in Cehegín, north-west Murcia The Cehegín municipality in the north-west of the Murcia Region is running two second-hand, antiques and collectables markets this spring, the first of which is on Sunday 26th January..

Sunday 16th February 2020 Cehegín artisan market celebrates carnivalThis atmospheric artisan market is in the heart of north-west Murcia The artisan market, El Mesoncico continues with the third market in its shortened cycle on Sunday 16th February in the historic Plaza del Castillo ( Mesoncico) at the top of town in..

29th March 2020 Cehegin Artisan MarketThis atmospheric artisan market is in the heart of north-west Murcia The artisan market, El Mesoncico continues with the last market in its shortened cycle on Sunday 29th March in the historic Plaza del Castillo ( Mesoncico) at the top of town in the..

Sunday 26th April 2020 Cehegin second-hand and antiques fairBag yourself a bargain in Cehegín, north-west Murcia The Cehegín municipality in the north-west of the Murcia Region is running two second-hand, antiques and collectables markets this spring, the second of which is on Sunday 26th April..

The legend of the Cueva de los Encantados and the night of San Juan in Jumilla Two legends involving men named Bernardo in the municipality of Jumilla As Midsummer Day and the celebrations of San Juan (23rd June) approach, old legends are revived in association with these magical nights, and one of them concerns the cave known as..

A complete range of architecture and interior design services from house extensions to bespoke beachfront villas, A&B Architects A&B Architects, Albasini y Berkhout Arquitectura in the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida Albasini y Berkhout Arquitectura is a multilingual and multi-faceted firm of architecture and interior design based in the city of Murcia and offering..

Bus services between Murcia airport in Corvera and the beaches and golf resorts of the Costa Cálida How to book on the Interbus routes at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera The bus or coach services linking the new Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera to the coastal towns and golf resorts of the Costa Cálida.. 08/05/2019

Rafting, kayaking, canoeing, canyoning, buggy routes and 4-by-4 tours with MurciAventuraS in the beautiful Ricote valleyBook a choice of activities and fun days out for family and friends in the Ricote Valley, central Murcia. The beautiful Ricote valley in central Murcia boasts some of the most attractive landscapes in the Costa Cálida, and MurciAventuraS offers a variety..

Bike hire, cycling holidays, carbon road bike rentals and sales with Murcia Bike Hire Bicycle hire and sales for all levels of cyclists in the Costa Cálida Cyclists who have explored the Region of Murcia on two wheels often describe it as an undiscovered paradise for those who share their passion, with large expanses of both flat..

The streets of Jumilla flow red with wine as thousands are soaked in the annual Cabalgata70,000 litres of wine was poured over and into the thousands who enjoyed this crazy event Click here to see the full photo gallery/ Haga clic aquí para ver la galería de fotos completa: WWW.JUMILLATODAY.COM Jumilla held its annual..

Menu del Día for 12€ or 15€ at D’Gusta in the centre of Caravaca de la CruzEnjoy the very best of Caravaca just off the Plaza del Arco in the old city centre D’Gusta in the centre of Caravaca de la Cruz, just a minute’s walk from the road leading up to the castle and basilica, offers a selection of the best in local cuisine..

Monte Arabí in Yecla, prehistoric rock art, and a multitude of legends Rock art at the sites in Yecla show several different periods of Prehistoric rock art The archaeological sites on Monte Arabí in the municipality of Yecla are considered among the most important in the Region of Murcia, containing prehistoric art..

Yecla Wine Route: Almazara Deortegas in Yecla Organic extra virgen olive oil in Yecla Although the name of Yecla is synonymous with wine, it is also the scene of significant olive oil production, and visitors to Yecla are strongly advised to make every effort to either visit the Deortega olive oil..

Casa Museo de Los Caballos del Vino Caravaca de la CruzA chance to see the incredible embroideries of the Running of the Wine Horses up close If you’re in the Region of Murcia on May 2nd then take the opportunity to witness one of the most memorable and unique fiestas to be seen anywhere in Spain and watch..

Jumilla wine route, Bodega Silvano GarcíaThe winery is in the town centre of Jumilla and is open for wine sales and visits The Silvano García winery is one of several featured on the Jumilla wine route, and is one of the most easily accessed, as it is conveniently located on the main..

How to book and navigate the Bullas Wine Routes, the Rutas del Vino Practical information to help you enjoy a visit to Bullas The wine installations and attractions of the Rutas del Vino of Bullas can be enjoyed and visited in a number of ways, either by individuals or groups of any size. There are five Bodegas.. 03/11/2016

Bullas wine route: Bodegas del Rosario Bullas Ruta del Vino: the winery and shop of Bodegas del Rosario are both in the town of Bullas The “Bodegas del Rosario” cooperative is the largest wine producer in the Bullas Denomination of Origin, and has been at the forefront of production..

Bullas wine route: Bodega Monastrell Bullas Ruta del Vino: the Monastrell winery specializes in organic and vegan wine production In the highly competitive world of wine production the small winery of Bodega Monastrell in Bullas has carved out a niche for itself in the field of organic..

Bullas wine route: The Casa-Museo Don Pepe Marsilla A step back in time on the Ruta del Vino to Bullas around the year 1900 The Casa-Museo Don Pepe Marsilla in Bullas occupies a house which was originally built in the year 1723, but was remodeled in the late 19th century by one of the town’s most illustrious..

Bullas Wine Route: Bodega Balcona Bullas Ruta del Vino: Bodega Balcona can be visited by prior appointment Bodega Balcona is a family-run company which produces three wine labels from the grapes harvested on land in the Valle del Aceniche, and every effort is made to maintain the local..

Bullas Wine Route: Bodegas Lavia Bodegas Lavia, a picturesque vineyard and winery on the Bullas Ruta del Vino This D.O. Bullas vineyard is located at 800 metres above sea level Bodegas Lavia is one of the wineries on the Bullas wine route, offering visitors an opportunity to..

Museo del Vino, the wine museum of Bullas The history of Bullas is inextricably linked with wine production Grapes and wine are an intrinsic part of the history, economy and entire way of life of the town of Bullas in the north-west of the Region of Murcia, to the extent where it is very difficult..

The Salto del Usero in Bullas The Bullas waterfall and rock pools offer an inland bathing alternative in the north-west of the Murcia Region The Salto del Usero is one of the most widely enjoyed natural beauty spots in the Region of Murcia, and during the summer is used as an inland..

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral in Spain continues to rise and most Spanish families take out some kind of funeral plan to cover..

Caravaca de la Cruz, Archaeological Museum Museo Arqueológico municipal de la Soledad The Museo Arquelogico de la Soledad in Caravaca de la Cruz The Region of Murcia has an extraordinary history and pre-history, with rich archaeological remains at over 2,000 sites dating back to the earliest dawn of the existence of humans...

The Museo de Siyâsa in Cieza The precursor of modern Cieza was an important Moorish Medina which sits atop a craggy peak above the modern town Cieza has been occupied for more than 7,000 years and the Museo de Siyâsa contains artifacts excavated from sites throughout the.. 18/01/2015

Sala Camelot, Cehegín Click for map, Sala Camelot

Weekly markets north and north-west Murcia Regular markets in the north and north-west of Murcia Not all weekly markets are set in stone, and if they coincide with public holidays they may be cancelled or postponed. In addition, days can change, so if you're not sure a call to the relevant..

10km walking/cycling route, leaving from Cieza town Route 1 La Isla– El Horno, from Cieza town This is a cycling and walking route through Cieza which is an ideal way to discover the beauty of the Ciezan countryside enjoy the fruit orchards and agricultural areas of the municipality, including..

Cycling, walking, driving route 2, Cieza routes Route 2 La Brujilla This route could be cycled, walked or driven through the Cieza municipality. The route passes through the peach orchards and agricultural cultivated areas which make Cieza such an attractive location to visit, particularly..

Driving route of Cieza to see La Floración Route 3 La Parra –El Horno - El Acho This is a drivable tarmac route through Cieza and is designed for those who want to enjoy a drive through the peach orchards during La Floración, although can also be driven at any time of the..

Walking Routes Cieza, the PR MU-11, to Medina Siyasa Sendero PR-MU 11: Medina Siyâsa (Route PR-MU 11) The PR-MU 11, Medina Siyâsa, is an 8.5km long walking route in the municipality of Cieza, a signposted circular walk which runs alongside the Vega del Segura river close to the town, and passes..

Walking routes Cieza, the PR-MU 25 Almadenes – Almorchón, 13.3 kilometres The PR-MU 25, Almadenes - Almorchón, is a medium length popular walking route in Cieza and is a well sign posted, circular route through one of the most characteristically Ciezan areas of the municipality..

Be informed, property tax is calculated on the book value of property, not mid crisis prices The taxman does not understand the concept of bargain homes This is a very interesting aspect of the economic crisis and the decline in house price values, which is leaving bargain buyers with a nasty shock. The sale price of a home is one thing.. 26/02/2013

Cieza tourist office Oficina de Turismo de Cieza The Tourist Information office in Cieza is centrally located in Cieza, opposite the historical indoor market place, which is an ideal location to buy fresh fruit and local produce whilst visiting the town.

Cieza, Medina Siyasa The 13th century Moorish town of Medina Siyâsa in Cieza Cieza is the home of one of the best preserved 11th to 13th century Moorish town settlements on the Spanish peninsula: Siyâsa, located 5km outside of modern day Cieza high above the town..

Molino de Cebollo or Molino de Teodoro , CiezaThe Cebollo or Teodoro mill The Teodoro mill is an important vestige of Cieza’s agricultural heritage and is not only one of the oldest, but also one of the best preserved watermills in the Region of Murcia, having been in use from the 15th to the 20th..

Bullas Tourist Information Office Oficina de turismo de Bullas The Tourist information office which covers the municipality of Bullas is part of the same complex housing the Museo del Vino, the Wine Museum, focusing on one of the principal activities in the area of Bullas: wine production..

Museum of El Cigarralejo, Mula Museo de Arte Ibérico El Cigarralejo, Mula The El Cigarralejo Museum in Mula houses finds from the El Cigarralejo Iberian site which is located 4 kilometres from the centre of Mula town, in a strategic position overlooking important prehistoric communications..

Begastri CeheginIntroduction to Begastri, Cehegín Location of Begastri The site is 3km from the centre of Cehegín and is located on the edge of the Vía Verde, popular with both walkers and cyclists alike, a former railway line which linked Murcia..

Fiestas in Calasparra Calasparra Fiestas and Traditions Calasparra has a number of Fiestas and festivals throughout the year, intertwining its rich history with the local traditions which define the town, namely the agricultural links of Calasparra, rice growing and livestock..

Santuario Virgen de la Esperanza, Calasparra Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Esperanza, Calasparra One of the most beautiful sanctuaries in the Region of Murcia is that of the Virgen de la Esperanza in Calasparra. This little sanctuary is cut into the rock face of a sheer cliff, overlooking the River..

Mula, The Roman Villa of Los VillaricosMula, Villa Romano de Los Villaricos Mula is the location of a major, large scale Roman agricultural villa, in the area of Villaricos, close to the banks of the River Mula. This is one of the most important agricultural villas in the Region of Murcia..

Museum of ethnic instruments, the Carlos Blanco Fadol collection, Barranda The Museo de Música Étnica, Barranda The man responsible for this amazing place is one individual. Carlos Blanco Fadol. There are many accomplished musicians throughout the world with a passion for music, who are moved to explore..

Museo Carrilero, Caravaca de la Cruz, sculptural museum Caravaca de la Cruz, Museo Carrilero, the art and sculptures of Jose Carrilero Sculptor José Carrilero Gil was born in 1928 in Caravaca de la Cruz, in the building which now houses a museum dedicated to his works, the Museo Carrilero. His.. 03/07/2010

Las Fuentes del Marques and the Torreón de los Templarios The Centro de Interpretacion (Nature Centre), Las Fuentes del Marques. This is an attractive natural park area, about 2km from the centre of Caravaca itself and is the ideal place to escape the milling crowds, go for a quiet, tranquil pic-nic and enjoy..

Museo de la Vera Cruz Caravaca de la Cruz The Museo de la Cruz within the walls of the medieval castle of Caravaca The Basílica de la Vera Cruz in Caravaca stands on the top of the hill behind the city, within the walls of the castle and alongside the museum dedicated to the True Cross..

Caravaca de la Cruz Museo Etnografico en Miniatura Angel Reinon An extraordinary collection of miniatures dedicated to the ethnographic history of Caravaca de la Cruz This is an extraordinary little museum and anyone who loves remarkable engineering and appreciates skilled craftsmanship should go and see it, marvelling..

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