Axarquia
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Axarquia is a region of southern Spain in Andalucia famed for its sub-tropical climate, dramatic mountain scenery and unspoilt white washed villages. Some of the villages in Axarquia include Sedella, Totalan, El Borge, Competa, Benamargosa and Arenas. The Euro Weekly News is the longest running news source in Axarquia, covering Nerja, Torrox, Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar and Motril.
Village pride: Six Axarquia pueblos compete for 2027 title of best village
Six villages in Malaga's Axarquia region are hoping to win a prestigious regional tourism title, but their appeal goes beyond whitewashed houses and mountain views....
Almachar gets ready for a delicious day of Moscatel, music and village traditions
Dig out your stretchy waist bands for a feast, as Almachar is preparing to welcome food lovers, families and visitors to the tenth edition of...
Salobreña’s beloved autumn party returns with roasted chestnuts, live music and a warm, cosy welcome
A cosy November evening, live music and the scent of freshly roasted chestnuts drifting through the air. That is what Salobreña has planned this Thursday,...
Local mountain routes buzz with energy as Nerja celebrates a triumphant day of trail running
Local residents, eager sports enthusiasts, and visiting families gathered in force across Nerja and Maro to cheer on hundreds of determined athletes tackling one of...
Triana’s hand-painted tiles will turn 14 streets into a love letter to the Axarquia
Velez-Malaga's peaceful village of Triana is about to make its farming heritage impossible to miss. Plans are to place beautifully hand-painted ceramic tiles beside the...
Beer and cheese: Almuñecar prepares for a three-day food festival
Almuñecar is getting ready for a weekend of artisan food, craft beer and live entertainment as the Craft Beer & Cheese Festival 2026 arrives at...
Frigiliana cats: New scheme tackles stray population
An organised effort to sort out Frigiliana's stray cat population is getting underway after the town hall joined forces with a local animal welfare association...
Torrox improves safety with 11 new defibrillators for schools and senior centres
New emergency life-saving equipment has been installed across the town to help save lives in the event of sudden cardiac arrest. Torrox is stepping up its...
Salobreña housing row: Almost 1,500 signatures challenge major development
More than 1,300 people have signed a petition opposing plans for 108 new homes at the entrance to Salobreña, as a local residents' association steps...
Halloween plans change: Axarquia and Costa Tropical events moved
Council-run Halloween celebrations have been cancelled or rearranged across the Axarquia and Costa Tropical following three days of national mourning after a fatal train accident...
Share a taste of autumn and a night of village music at Alcaucin chestnut festival 2026
Warm chestnuts, local treats and music in the village square will bring neighbours and visitors together when Alcaucin celebrates its chestnut festival on Saturday, November...
Rules dam breakthrough: Granada reservoir finally generates clean power
The long-delayed hydroelectric station at the Rules dam has started producing renewable electricity, more than two decades after the reservoir was completed. A hydroelectric power station...
Double the spooktacular fun. Torrox and El Morche bring twin Halloween street parties
Residents across the Axarquia are in for a double dose of trick-or-treat magic this Halloween as Torrox prepares for simultaneous celebrations on Saturday, 31 October...
Get your costumes ready as Maroween brings spooky family fun, live music and a brand new parade
Maro is getting ready yet again to transform its quiet village streets into a stage of mystery, fantasy and family entertainment as the highly anticipated...