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.

Torrox launches first ever tapa and cocktail trail across 16 of the best local venues

14. 4. 2026 @ 15:12

Visitors to this popular Costa del Sol destination can now enjoy an exciting new gastronomic trail that brings together tapas and creative cocktails from 16...

Cost of living: 6 out of 10 in Andalucia say this year is a lot more expensive than last year

14. 4. 2026 @ 12:18

People in Andalucia are expressing deep worries over rising expenses. Recent findings from the Fundación CENTRA Barómetro Andaluz reveal that 63.9 per cent of residents...

Axarquia residents to gain park-and-ride spot outside Rincon de la Victoria for stress-free metropolitan journeys

13. 4. 2026 @ 18:48

Residents across Axarquia and Rincon de la Victoria stand to unlock faster, greener commutes once an ambitious transport interchange opens its gates. Drivers will be...

Social media goes wild for this discovery in Torre del Mar: El Quintero fresh fish & seafood & cheap as chips

13. 4. 2026 @ 17:56

Social media has been on fire recently with the discovery by influencers of El Quintero, a fishmonger and fish restaurant where the fare is fresher...

Motril Fiesta de la Primavera 2026: Epic weekend of music, food trucks and family fun

13. 4. 2026 @ 17:04

Crowds of residents from Motril and its surroundings are due to flock to the Parque de los Pueblos de America for three days of entertainment...

Motril Port accelerates zero-emission vision with major solar-powered development

10. 4. 2026 @ 17:23

Progress is full steam ahead with the ambitious Green Motril plan as contractors begin work to transform the facility into a fully sustainable maritime centre...

Passion for Vespa: Salobreña to fill with massive classic scooter rally

8. 4. 2026 @ 18:38

Vespa enthusiasts across southern Spain can look forward to an unforgettable celebration as the Vespa Club Salobreña launches its first-ever Vespa Spring Party on Sunday,...

Free olive oil, ancient olive groves and non-stop fiesta: Periana’s 25th Verdial Olive Oil Festival

7. 4. 2026 @ 15:01

Periana is planning one of its most iconic events. Organisers have lined up two days packed with activities to celebrate the Verdial extra virgin olive...

New openings and expansion for El Ingenio shopping centre in Axarquia

7. 4. 2026 @ 14:32

El Ingenio shopping centre in Velez-Malaga has expanded its commercial and gastronomic selection with the recent arrivals of Harper & Neyer and Lizarran. Harper & Neyer...

Spain’s Burger Cup 2026 invades Velez-Malaga: Dates, line-up and free fun revealed

7. 4. 2026 @ 13:25

Spain’s absolute best in burgers and street food are coming to Velez-Malaga for the biggest event of its kind in the land. Spain's Burger Cup...

Granada emerges as Spain’s fastest-rising housing market

6. 4. 2026 @ 22:52

Spain’s housing market has shown signs of renewed activity in recent years, but one city in particular is drawing attention for how far it has...

Prize-winning Spanish Elvis tribute star Blue Angel brings The King’s legacy to stage in Almuñecar

6. 4. 2026 @ 18:20

Young Malaga sensation Blue Angel, following his victory at the prestigious 2024 Porthcawl Elvis Festival in Wales, prepares to deliver an electrifying tribute to the...

Discover the stunning Mar-Maroma hiking challenge: 47km adventure from mountains to sea in Axarquia

6. 4. 2026 @ 17:38

For the more daring hikers out there, registrations have now opened for the seventh year of the Mar-Maroma, a spectacular two-day hiking event planned for...

Nerja’s Pasión Ecuestre Festival returns with thrilling equestrian spectacle on stunning beach

4. 4. 2026 @ 23:04

Anticipation grows steadily among residents and visitors for the VI edition of the Pasión Ecuestre event with a display of beautiful horsemanship at the beach....