Sights & Day Trips
Beaches, cultures, white villages and dreamlike landscapes. Andalusia is a true paradise in the south of the Iberian Peninsula. Hard to match for sheer variety, it offers you sunshine in abundance, picturesque beaches, captivating towns and countless cultural treasures.
Alhama de Granada – Hot Springs
Three natural pools just outside the spa resort are free to use. The sulphurous water emerges from the ground at over 40 degrees. Reached via the old road through the beautiful nature reserve – about a 1.5-hour drive.
Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama Nature Park
Active holidaymakers who want to enjoy nature as well as the beach should not miss this nature park. Deep gorges, rugged peaks, flowering scrubland and pine forests – ibex are the most striking representatives of its wildlife.
The Alhambra in Granada
Arguably the most beautiful sight in all of Spain. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984 and the most-visited monument in the country. More than 2 million guests come each year to admire this fascinating complex with over 1,000 years of history.
Albaicín – Granada's Oldest Quarter
Equally lovely to behold is the Albaicín, the oldest district of Granada. This quarter has kept its original charm, captivating visitors with its pretty little lanes that wind past the classic whitewashed houses.
Los Guájares
The valley of Los Guájares offers breathtaking scenery brimming with tranquillity. Three villages of classic whitewashed houses – Guájar Fondón, Guájar Faragüit and Guájar Alto – nestle against the limestone hills. Just 30 minutes from the coast.
Pena Escrita
An eco-complex set on a natural terrace at 1,100 m altitude. Panoramic views over the Sierra Nevada and the sea. A wildlife reserve home to a variety of species. Perfect for hiking, mountain biking or paragliding.
Sierra Nevada
Active holidaymakers can hit the slopes here all year round. A detour to the Carretera Granada-Veleta, Europe's highest road, is rewarded with a magnificent view from the Balcón de Canales.
Watchtowers by the Sea
The Costa Tropical is dotted with towers and military lookouts. They once served as warning posts against invasions and pirates. On a four-hour drive you can visit Cerro Gordo, Punta de la Mona, Velilla and other towers.
The Caves of Nerja
The limestone caves of Nerja – one of Andalusia's most-visited attractions. Discovered by chance in 1959. At 4,282 metres, the largest stalactite cave in Spain. The highlight: the grand concert hall hosting dance and music festivals.