Surrounding Area

Within 15 – 20 minutes drive are the very interesting towns of Moratalla, Caravaca de la Cruz, and Cehegín and slightly further away Archena, Bullas, Mula and Jumilla. All of these towns have a market day, a choice of excellent bars and restaurants and winding back streets which are good for exploring, while the hilly terrain gives rise to spectacular views. Each town also has its own festival week similar to Calasparra. The following is a brief description of what they have to offer.

Archena

About 35 minutes from Calasparra is the spa town of Archena where about two km from the centre are a number of hotels. Pamper yourself at the 19th century thermal baths at Balneario with their therapeutic properties and relax in their indoor/outdoor pool in all seasons. Surrounded by mountains and beautiful scenery there are pleasant walks along the Rio de Segura. There is also an 18th century church to visit, Iglesia de San Juan Bautista.

Mula

Try the restorative waters of the Baños de Mula. These thermal baths are just 6km from the town of Mula on the banks of a dry riverbed. There are houses to rent and a thermal pool. Mula itself has a well preserved centre, winding streets and old buildings. Visit the 16th century church of San Miguel, the Torre de Reloj (clock tower) and if you’re feeling energetic walk up to the castle of Los Velez (16th Century) which dominates the town for great views. Three kms away is the Embalse de la Cierva where you could try to catch a trout. Follow the forest trail by car or bike up to Fuente Caputa, a series of pools eroded in the rock by water and a place for bathing in the summer months. Take in the fiesta during Holy Week – “Tamborada” when the whole town roll hundreds of drums without a break; starting midnight on Holy Tuesday until 6pm Holy Wednesday, then again on Friday and Saturday.

Bullas

A wine producing area, it is said that vines have been planted around here from as early as 800BC. Visit the wine museum or one of the several bodegas in town. In the Old Quarter is the church of El Rosario and the Casa de la Cultura (Cultural Centre)

Cehegín

The town with the unpronounceable name has an extremely interesting old quarter with its winding, hilly streets leading up to the Church of Magdalena (built in the 16th century and recently restored) and fantastic views. Stop off on the way at the various tapas bars. Also visit the Cuevas de Peñarrubia to see the cave paintings. Meanwhile, the new part of town has a Mercadona Supermarket.

Caravaca de la Cruz

Caravaca de la Cruz is now in the Top Five of Holiest Places in the world after Jerusalem, St Peter’s in Rome and Santiago de Compestela in northern Spain. This means that Caravaca de la Cruz will see a Holy Year every seven years. A more modern town with an elegant town square with great bars, restaurants and craft shops catering for pilgrims and a growing number of tourists. From the square walk up to the Sanctuary of La Vera Cruz, built with locally excavated red marble. Legend has it that the Arab King, Abu Zait who at the time was living in the castle converted to Christianity after he saw two angels descending from the sky carrying a four armed cross so that a priest imprisoned in the castle could celebrate mass. The main festival of Caravaca is held in May – Los Caballos de Vino (The Wine Horses). The horses are decorated with luxurious embroideries and ascend to the sanctuary at a trot. There is also a tourist train which takes you on a tour around the Old Quarter/Holy area of the town.

Moratalla

A lovely small town with a charming old quarter and winding hilly back streets leading up to the castle with great views of rugged terrain, mountain goats, eagles, etc. The Fiesta of Cristo del Rayo is held in July when several heifers are set free in the street. Here, you can try typical dishes such as migas, which is made with flour and water and eaten with meat, or some marzipan. There is a wide choice of walking and cycling routes in this area and an excellent camp site. The Moratalla Easter Fiesta is synonymous with drums similar to Mula. Drummers play their drums wearing hooded robes in a wide range of colours and designs on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from dawn until dusk. However, Moratalla also has a beautiful and solemn float procession. There are of course other fiestas throughout the year.

Jumilla

Jumilla was called the “Lovely City” by the Arabs with its ancient streets, churches and theatres. Visit palaeontology sites with fossil footprints and cave paintings, go hiking, visit museums (archaeology and wine) and monuments. This is a wine growing town which offers specific routes dedicated to wine, visiting different wineries and restaurants. The 15th century castle dominates the city over the mountains. As usual there are different festivities and religious events and fiestas for Easter and the Wine Harvest.


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	Surrounding Area Within 15 – 20 minutes drive are the very interesting towns of Moratalla, Caravaca de la Cruz, and Cehegín and slightly further away Archena, Bullas, Mula and Jumilla. All of these towns have a market day, a choice of excellent bars and restaurants and winding back streets which are good for exploring, while the hilly terrain gives rise to spectacular views. Each town also has its own festival week similar to Calasparra. The following is a brief description of what they have to offer. Archena About 35 minutes from Calasparra is the spa town of Archena where about two km from the centre are a number of hotels. Pamper yourself at the 19th century thermal baths at Balneario with their therapeutic properties and relax in their indoor/outdoor pool in all seasons. Surrounded by mountains and beautiful scenery there are pleasant walks along the Rio de Segura. There is also an 18th century church to visit, Iglesia de San Juan Bautista. Mula Try the restorative waters of the Baños de Mula. These thermal baths are just 6km from the town of Mula on the banks of a dry riverbed. There are houses to rent and a thermal pool. Mula itself has a well preserved centre, winding streets and old buildings. Visit the 16th century church of San Miguel, the Torre de Reloj (clock tower) and if you’re feeling energetic walk up to the castle of Los Velez (16th Century) which dominates the town for great views. Three kms away is the Embalse de la Cierva where you could try to catch a trout. Follow the forest trail by car or bike up to Fuente Caputa, a series of pools eroded in the rock by water and a place for bathing in the summer months. Take in the fiesta during Holy Week – “Tamborada” when the whole town roll hundreds of drums without a break; starting midnight on Holy Tuesday until 6pm Holy Wednesday, then again on Friday and Saturday. Bullas A wine producing area, it is said that vines have been planted around here from as early as 800BC. Visit the wine museum or one of the several bodegas in town. In the Old Quarter is the church of El Rosario and the Casa de la Cultura (Cultural Centre) Cehegín The town with the unpronounceable name has an extremely interesting old quarter with its winding, hilly streets leading up to the Church of Magdalena (built in the 16th century and recently restored) and fantastic views. Stop off on the way at the various tapas bars. Also visit the Cuevas de Peñarrubia to see the cave paintings. Meanwhile, the new part of town has a Mercadona Supermarket. Caravaca de la Cruz Caravaca de la Cruz is now in the Top Five of Holiest Places in the world after Jerusalem, St Peter’s in Rome and Santiago de Compestela in northern Spain. This means that Caravaca de la Cruz will see a Holy Year every seven years. A more modern town with an elegant town square with great bars, restaurants and craft shops catering for pilgrims and a growing number of tourists. From the square walk up to the Sanctuary of La Vera Cruz, built with locally excavated red marble. Legend has it that the Arab King, Abu Zait who at the time was living in the castle converted to Christianity after he saw two angels descending from the sky carrying a four armed cross so that a priest imprisoned in the castle could celebrate mass. The main festival of Caravaca is held in May – Los Caballos de Vino (The Wine Horses). The horses are decorated with luxurious embroideries and ascend to the sanctuary at a trot. There is also a tourist train which takes you on a tour around the Old Quarter/Holy area of the town. Moratalla A lovely small town with a charming old quarter and winding hilly back streets leading up to the castle with great views of rugged terrain, mountain goats, eagles, etc. The Fiesta of Cristo del Rayo is held in July when several heifers are set free in the street. Here, you can try typical dishes such as migas, which is made with flour and water and eaten with meat, or some marzipan. There is a wide choice of walking and cycling routes in this area and an excellent camp site. The Moratalla Easter Fiesta is synonymous with drums similar to Mula. Drummers play their drums wearing hooded robes in a wide range of colours and designs on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from dawn until dusk. However, Moratalla also has a beautiful and solemn float procession. There are of course other fiestas throughout the year. Jumilla Jumilla was called the “Lovely City” by the Arabs with its ancient streets, churches and theatres. Visit palaeontology sites with fossil footprints and cave paintings, go hiking, visit museums (archaeology and wine) and monuments. This is a wine growing town which offers specific routes dedicated to wine, visiting different wineries and restaurants. The 15th century castle dominates the city over the mountains. As usual there are different festivities and religious events and fiestas for Easter and the Wine Harvest.
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