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.

 

Discover NerjaServices, Culture and Nature

Explore all that Nerja has to offer: from its history and gastronomy to its services and natural spaces. Find here all the essential information you need to enjoy this charming municipality.

Geography

Area: 85 km2, Altitude: 21m

Climate

Average Temperature: 20ºC, Sunshine Hours: 2980h/year, Precipitation: 325 l/m2

City Council

952548410, www.nerja.es

Gentilicio

Nerjeños

Population

Total: 15725, Men: 7763, Women: 7962

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Contact information

Telephone

952548410

Address

www.nerja.es

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