Alcaucín, LA AXARQUIA
Driving around La Viñuela area of the rural mountain region of La Axarquia in Malaga province offers the delights of villages such as picturesque Alcaucin.
Located at the foot of the Sierra de Tejeda mountains, this remote white village offers stunning views of Lake Viñuela with the peaks in the distance. With no through traffic, this quiet hamlet has unspoiled, traditional charm.
Everyday rural life in the village of Alcaucin.
You can see a historic restored Moorish fountain, La Fuente de los Cinco Caños, with its beautiful tiles and five spouts providing fresh spring water. Alcaucín also has an interesting 16th-century church and a hermitage.
The historic fountain of Alcaucin.
The village of Alcaucín itself has a pretty square (central plaza), home to the Our Lady of the Rosary church, a restored 17th-century building.
PLAZA ZALIA
The views from Plaza Zalia, with its whitewashed walls lined with potted plants, make the steep climb up more than worthwhile.
The fountain in the Plaza Zalia, Alcaucin.
History
Very near the village of Alcaucín are the remains of an ancient Moorish town, Zalia and castle.
The fortifications, situated on a small hill, were originally constructed by the Phoenicians, then used by the Moors, and finally used by the Christian Kings as a prison for their Arabic predecessors.
The town of Alcaucín is also the site of many archeological finds including remains of Neanderthal civilisation, such as the cave where human remains were found, Boquete de Zafarraya.
HAndicRafts and gastronomy
Alcaucin is known for its traditional esparto grass handicrafts, while its gastronomy includes tortillas de bacalao con miel (honey and cod omelettes), porridge with garlic, and squash with sardines, accompanied by local sweet moscatel wine,a s well as olive oil biscuits. Alcaucin is situated on the scenic gourmet Olive Oil and Mountains Route.
Wildlife
In terms of wildlife, this area is one of the richest in Andalucia - you can see mountain goat, weasel, bobcat, badger and genet; birdwatchers might catch a glimpse of linnet, blackbird, warbler, redstart, skylark and nightingale.
Festivals
If you wish to celebrate with the locals head to Alcaucín on any Spanish holiday or experience one of this village’s unique festivals: the cultural week is held annually in the spring, usually in May; the San Isidro Pilgrimage in the Fortress is held in mid-May; the “Virgin de la Inmaculada” festival takes place at the end of June; the Flamenco Singing Festival is held in summer, usually in August; and the Chestnut Festival held in the autumn
Hotels in and around Alcaicin
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Casa Estrella de Salia in Alcaucín provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a bar and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of the picnic area or the year-round outdoor pool, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden.
Boutique B&B El Refugio is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Alcaucín, where guests can makes the most of its pool with a view, garden and shared lounge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The rooms include a patio with views of the mountain.
Harmony Home is a recently renovated country house in Alcaucín, where guests can makes the most of its infinity pool, garden and shared lounge. Boasting private check-in and check-out, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The country house also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.
Hotel Las Piedras has a restaurant, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Alcaucín. The property features a garden, as well as a terrace. The accommodation offers a hot tub, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.
Offering mountain views, Casa Molina in Alcaucín offers accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and barbecue facilities. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.
Featuring mountain views, El Nispero Dulce in Alcaucín features accommodation, a bar and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast has a private pool, a garden and free private parking. The bed and breakfast features family rooms.
Featuring an outdoor pool and terrace, Hotel Rural Sierra Tejeda is located in Alcaucín, just 300 metres away from Sierras de Tejeda Natural Park. Free WiFi access. free and paid parking, depending on availability.
Casa Arts guest rooms features a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Alcaucín. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service.
Set in Alcaucín, Los Naranjos offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool.
Providing mountain views, Boutique Bed & Breakfast Casa Utopia in Alcaucín offers accommodation, an open-air bath, a garden and a bar. This property offers access to a terrace, darts, free private parking and free WiFi.
Situated the Alcaucín Valley, Hotel Cortijo de Salia is set in a restored Andalusian farmhouse with an outdoor pool and gardens. Its terrace offers fantastic views of the mountains.
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