30 min from the resort
Cartagena
A historic naval port with a 1st-century Roman theatre, 3rd-century defensive walls, museums, a lively marina and frequent boat trips. Great for a day out and evening tapas.
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Collectively we have over 20 years of living in Spain, so let us take you through some of the places of interest in and around the Region of Murcia to help you enjoy your new life here.
20 min from the resort
Puerto de Mazarrón & Bolnuevo
The nearest coast: long sandy beaches, a marina, seafront restaurants, a Sunday market and the famous eroded sandstone formations at Bolnuevo.
25 min from the resort
Isla Plana & La Azohía
Quiet fishing villages with sheltered coves, crystal-clear water for snorkelling and some of the best fish restaurants on the Costa Cálida.
30 min from the resort
Murcia city
The regional capital: a baroque cathedral, riverside walks, tapas bars, shopping and a university buzz. The Fuensanta sanctuary above the city has sweeping views of the huerta.
20 min from the resort
Sierra Espuña
A natural park of pine forests with walking trails, quad biking, cycling, canoeing, climbing, horse riding, paragliding, restaurants and picnic areas. Do not miss the lagoons at Gebas.
10 min from the resort
Alhama de Murcia
Our local town: weekly market, everyday shopping, bars and restaurants, a school with a bus service and Roman ruins with a museum.
40 min from the resort
Balneario de Archena
A thermal spa resort on the Segura river, with natural hot springs enjoyed since Roman times - ideal for a relaxing day.
1 h from the resort
Caravaca de la Cruz
One of the five holy cities of the Catholic world, with its hilltop sanctuary, medieval streets and the famous Wine Horses festival in May.
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Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest beach to Condado de Alhama?
Puerto de Mazarrón and Bolnuevo, about 20 minutes by car, with long sandy beaches, a marina and seafront restaurants. Isla Plana and La Azohía are quieter coves about 25 minutes away.
How far is Murcia city from Condado de Alhama?
About 30 minutes by car. Cartagena is also about 30 minutes, and Alhama de Murcia town is 10 minutes.
What is there to do near Condado de Alhama?
Golf on the resort, beaches at Mazarrón, hiking and cycling in the Sierra Espuña natural park, the Roman theatre and marina at Cartagena, the cathedral and tapas bars of Murcia, weekly markets, the Archena thermal spa and day trips to Caravaca de la Cruz.
Which airports serve Condado de Alhama?
Región de Murcia International Airport (Corvera) is 20 minutes away; Alicante airport is about 1 hour 15 minutes.