Nerja

Welcome to Nerja, one of the most charming destinations on the Costa del Sol. It is known for its stunning coastline and beautiful mountain scenery.

Nerja is a perfect destination for all types of travellers, whether to explore its history, relax on its beaches or enjoy the surrounding nature. With its impressive caves, the Balcony of Europe. Its subtropical climate and 320 days of sunshine a year, make Nerja the ideal place for a relaxing tourism and enjoyment of numerous water activities such as boat trips along our coasts or also the Kayak excursions where you can enter impressive caves, as well as many others activities and excursions in Nerja.

The Cave of Nerja

The Nerja Cave was discovered on 12th January 1959 by five young men: José Luis Barbero, the brothers Manuel and Miguel Muñoz, Francisco Navas and José Torres. The discovery of the Nerja Cave changed the history of tourism in Spain. and was a further incentive for a Costa del Sol which, already in the 1960s, was beginning to position itself as one of the favourite holiday destinations for both the national and international public.

The natural wealth of the Nerja Cave is to be found both inside and outside, in the environment that surrounds it.

It is a geological site of special importance and is therefore listed as a Site of Geological Interest of International Importance. It is also one of the largest caves in Andalusia and is set in a privileged natural environment, between the sea and the mountains.

It is also worth noting the existence of the historical museum of Nerja.

Nerja Holy Week Itinerary

Holy Week in Nerja is a deep-rooted tradition in the town. The processions begin with the traditional procession of palms and branches on Palm Sunday.

On Holy Wednesday the images of Nuestro Padre Jesús Cautivo and María Santísima de los Desamparados walk the streets.

On Maundy Thursday the procession of Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno and María Santísima de la Esperanza takes place, and on Good Friday the solemnity of the Holy Burial and María Santísima de los Dolores. The morning of Easter Sunday is marked by a procession with three thrones: Jesús Resucitado, María Santísima de la Asunción and the Resurrected Cross,

The town of Nerja in the province of Malaga is part of the Sun and Wine Route.