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Christmas getaways in 4 of the most picturesque towns in Murcia!The joys of the festive season as you discover other towns and traditions in the Region of Murcia Christmas is the same everywhere, isn’t it? Santa, presents, carols, a family get-together for lunch or dinner, and then perhaps a brisk walk to shake.. 26/11/2025

7-course gourmet taster menu on a short walk in Caravaca de la Cruz for just 25.50 euros!Enjoy the city centre as you discover some of the favourite snacks of Caravaca! In 2025 the Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has joined forces with local restaurants to launch a series of five easily affordable gastronomic routes in and around the city under..

Taster menu on a short walk in Caravaca de la Cruz for just 16 euros!Enjoy the city centre as you discover some of the favourite snacks of Caravaca! In 2025 the Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has joined forces with local restaurants to launch a series of five easily affordable gastronomic routes in and around the city under..

Cycling tours in and around Caravaca for all the familyA brilliant healthy way to discover the city and surroundings of Caravaca One of the most enjoyable, healthiest and most environmentally-friendly ways to explore any location is on the saddle of your bike, and these guided excursions in the holy city of Caravaca..

Sabores del Camino gastronomy route in Caravaca de la CruzLocal restaurants in and around Caravaca join forces to promote their mouth-watering specialities! A new initiative launched by the Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has gained the support of 30 local bars and restaurants, all keen to promote their culinary..

10 sites to see prehistoric rock art in the Region of MurciaFrom Yecla and Moratalla in the north to Isla Plana in the south, Murcia was home to cave-dwelling artists as long as 10,000 years ago Hidden away in caves and rock shelters of the Murcia countryside is evidence that the forefathers of modern humans inhabited..

Discover the natural paradise of the River Argos in north-western MurciaHiking, kayaking, birdwatching and the simple joy of the countryside in Caravaca, Cehegín and Calasparra Source: ITREM The River Argos is far from being a major waterway but it is one of the natural jewels of the north-west of the Region of Murcia..

5 natural monuments in the Region of MurciaPlaces in Murcia where the spectacle of nature takes the breath away The Region of Murcia, in the south-east of Spain, is known mainly for its warm climate (with over 320 days of sunshine per year), but apart from the weather there are many more reasons to..

The Camino de Levante pilgrimage and hiking route from Orihuela to Caravaca de la CruzThe 120-kilometre walk is open permanently and attracts thousands of religious pilgrims every seven years The Camino de Levante is a walking or cycling route which covers a distance of approximately 120 kilometres between Orihuela, in the south of the province..

The church of Santa Elena in Caravaca de la CruzThis Ermita de Santa Elena has been used as a place of worship in Caravaca for 300 years The Ermita de Santa Elena is a small church in Caravaca de la Cruz between Calle Canalejas and Calle Santa Elena, the current structure dating from the first quarter of..

The Vera Cruz, the True Cross of Caravaca de la CruzThe holy relic of Caravaca has defined the history and development of the city The Cross of Caravaca represents many things to many people and since the Middle Ages it has come to define the nature of the city in which it appeared and is kept. For some..

The convent-church of San José in Caravaca de la CruzThe Carmelite convent in Caravaca was founded by Santa Teresa de Ávila in 1576 The baroque 16th-century convent church of San José stands on the Calle Mayor in the centre of Caravaca de la Cruz, and was founded in 1576 during the reforming..

The Basilica, Castle and Sanctuary of Caravaca de la CruzThe home of the Cross of Caravaca is the castle-sanctuary above the town The Basílica de la Vera Cruz in Caravaca stands on the top of the hill behind the city, within the walls of the castle and alongside the museum dedicated to the True Cross..

Casa-Museo de Los Caballos del Vino, the Wine Horses Museum in Caravaca de la CruzA chance to see the incredible embroideries of the Running of the Wine Horses up close If you’re in the Region of Murcia on May 2 then take the opportunity to witness one of the most memorable and unique fiestas to be seen anywhere in Spain and..

The archaeological museum of Caravaca de la CruzThe Museo Arqueológico de la Soledad in Caravaca de la Cruz The extraordinary history and pre-history of the Region of Murcia provides rich archaeological remains at over 2,000 sites dating back to the earliest dawn of the existence of..

The Templete and the Bathing of the Cross of CaravacaThe Templete is one of the most iconic monuments in Caravaca de la Cruz The Templete is often referred to by locals simply as the Bañadero, the bathing place, due to its significance in the Fiestas of the Santísima y Vera Cruz at the beginning..

The former church of the CompañÃa de Jesús in Caravaca de la CruzExhibition rooms at the Antigua Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús The church and monastery of the Compañía de Jesús occupy a substantial plot on Calle Mayor in the centre of the city of Caravaca. Once an important..

The Plaza del Arco in Caravaca de la CruzA historic plaza used during many events in Caravaca de la Cruz The Plaza del Arco is the centre of historic Caravaca de la Cruz and is accessed via a deep archway which incorporates rooms belonging to the Town Hall. This is the first building entering..

Tourist information offices in Caravaca de la CruzOficina de Turismo de Caravaca de la Cruz One of the main tourist information offices in Caravaca de la Cruz is located in Calle de las Monjas nº 19 (click for map), in the same building as the Museo de la Fiesta, and operates on the same timetable..

The Beauty of the Extraordinary in the Region of MurciaCaravaca de la Cruz is a focal point for spirituality and culture during 2024 Source: ITREM, regional tourist board of Murcia, “La belleza de lo Extraordinario” It’s always a great time to visit the Region of Murcia but in 2024 that&rsquo..
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