Property in Nerja
Mini guide to Nerja
Nerja benefits from a spectacular natural setting and the town itself is perched on top of a cliff overlooking a stunning rocky coastline with many private and peaceful coves.
Snorkelling fans are attracted to the area to take advantage of Nerja´s sheltered beaches and crystal clear waters.
The shoreline has many different beaches which each have plenty of beach bars, sun loungers and water sports clubs where you can get active when the novelty of sunbathing starts to wear off.
Nerja has managed to retain its Andalucian character and evidence as its past and present role as a fishing village is evident wherever you go. The picturesque old quarter, with its cobblestone streets and traditional whitewashed houses gives you a glimpse into another era and how the villagers of Nerja would have lived and worked – supported by the fishing trade.
When you wander around the town you see find horses and carts waiting around in the shaded areas to transport you up and down the narrow streets. This is a lovely relaxing way to immerse yourself in the life of the town. It also means you have a great vantage point from which to see many of Nerja´s attractions.
Luckily, there is no danger of Nerja´s beauty being diluted as the local council has enforced strict building regulations to ensure the character of the town in preserved for future generations.
When you are in Nerja you should take the opportunity to explore some of the surrounding countryside and some of the surrounding villages. One of the most popular day trips from Nerja is to the nearby Moorish hill village of Frigiliana. You can reach Frigiliana easily by bus from Nerja and there are around six services leaving from the main bus station per day.
Frigiliana has a very interesting history as - following the Spanish reconquest – the town became what was known as a Morisco settlement. This means that only those Moors who had converted to Christianity where allowed to live in Frigiliana. The village has been a large tourist draw for the past few decades but it still remains some of the sense of mystery and atmosphere of its previous life.
Another popular place to visit it the village of Maro. Maro lies around 3km from Nerja and is close to the site of the caves. Maro is a quiet and traditional Spanish town but it has a few interesting highlights all of its own. It has its own Balcon de Maro, similar to the Balcon de Europa in Nerja and offering wonderful coastal views. Head back out along the road to Nerja and you will find the Aguila aqueduct, which was built to carry water to Maro´s sugar factories. Although much smaller than the neighbouring Nerja, Maro is a pleasant village to wander around and it has a variety of excellent tapas bars and restaurants where you can enjoy the truly Spanish atmosphere.
Nerja, Frigiliana and Maro are all extremely popular with people who love walking. All three villages occupy a spectacular setting at the base of the Almijara mountain range which offers some stunning riding and hiking country. If you love the great outdoors, walking and horse riding across some untouched and beautiful terrain then you will find plenty to do in this area. There are some excellent trekking, riding and walking tracks marked out in the area and you will be able to get a guide on them from the local tourist information offices.
There are plenty of other sports on offer around Nerja too. There are many water sports and diving schools around the beaches, with a special emphasis on snorkelling and scuba diving. As with the rest of southern Andalucia, there are some excellent golf courses around Nerja too.
