Comares

If you're looking for an authentic getaway through the The White Villages Route of Malaga, Comares It’s a must-see. This picturesque village, known as the Balcony of La Axarquía for their stunning views in the region, nestled in the heart of the Mountains of Malagawill surprise you with its perfect blend of tradition, history and landscapes spectacular.

Despite its location in the middle of the mountains, 740 metres above sea level, Comares enjoy the Mediterranean breezewhich gives it a exceptional climate and unforgettable views. From its natural viewpoints you can contemplate the blue sea on the horizon and the imposing hillsides that surround the village.

Comares’s main source of wealth is the production of oils and wines, the almond harvest. Comares is one of the six villages that make up the Raisin Route.

In recent years, it has also become a destination for active nature tourism, offering a range of activities such as via ferratas, walking routes and the zip line the longest in Spain.

As far as folklore is concerned, you’ll enjoy the Verdiales from Comares, with their own distinctive style, which sets them apart from those sung and danced in the Montes de Málaga and Almogía. In this town in Málaga there is a monument to the ‘Party animal’ at Plaza de los Verdiales.

Muslim Route

On this fabulous route called “The Muslim Route” You’ll discover Comares on a guided tour following a unique trail of ceramic footprints on the ground. A route designed to give you a first-hand experience of the very essence of Comares visiting the main streets such as Calle del Perdón or Calle de los Arcos. You’ll also enjoy popular viewpoints such as El Turrión, Puerta del Agua, El Castillo and the 360° El Cementerio viewpoint.

You can take a stroll, letting yourself be carried along by the the maze of its streets and come across the remains of ancient Arab settlements: the remains of the Moorish wall known as “La Coracha”, Mazmúllar Hill, the Aljibe, which was declared a Historic-Artistic Monument in 1931, and the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación (16th century), a site of cultural interest, built in the Mudejar style.

Along the route, you will find mosaics offering brief glimpses into the history and recreations of images from the Andalusian Comares.

In short, a unique route on which you’ll discover all the charming corners of Comares.