Road Along the Sea, the Salt Flats and the Beautiful Village of Nijar

A place with a lot of history in the interior of Cabo de Gata. This now abandoned farmhouse was the inspiration for the writer Garcia Lorca to publish his book Bodas de Sangre (Blood Wedding), one of the best publications made by the author.
The place was also the setting for the filming of several movies, among them The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.
Apart from the fact that it is in ruins, reaching the farmhouse allows you to see the rugged landscape of the interior of Cabo de Gata, where for many years there was a proliferation of mines for the extraction of minerals.

The second viewpoint inside Cabo de Gata where it is worth a stop. Walking just a couple of meters from the car park of the viewpoint, you can reach the tip of the hill and see the Mediterranean coast, small coves and the volcanic lava flows from eruptions that took place millions of years ago.

A few kilometers from the viewpoint, another stop. La Isleta del Moro is a small village by the sea that stands out for its whitewashed buildings and for being a small piece of land that juts out into the sea.
From the open air parking you can already see the beach of Peñón Blanco with its fine dark sand of volcanic origin, clear water and the small rocks on the side.

On the other side of the village and at the highest point, this viewpoint offers a different view. From here you can see the village of Isleta del Moro on one side, and the ancient volcanic hills next to the coast on the other.
On clear days and with good visibility, the panoramic views are perfect.

Overlooking the sea and located on the promenade, fresh fish is guaranteed in this restaurant.
You can start with a seafood starter such as steamed mussels or octopus, and then order a seafood fideuá, a rice dish or fish. Let the waiter suggest what to eat!
If you go with children, the restaurant has a children's menu.
Open Hours: Tuesday - Wednesday: 12:30 - 17:00, 20:00 - 23:00 Thursday: 12:30 - 17:00, 20:00 - 00:00 Friday - Saturday: 12:30 - 17:00, 20:00 - 22:30 Sunday: 12:30 - 23:00 Monday: closed
There is parking space in the streets around the restaurant.

As if all the things seen in Cabo de Gata were not enough, there are still surprises to come, such as this salt marsh. Just meters from the sea and on the road, there is a viewpoint where you can watch birds such as herons and flamingos enjoying the salt mine.
The old infrastructure of the place is also preserved, with the beautiful church and the houses of the staff working in the salt mine, originally from the beginning of the 20th century.
The salt mine is still in operation today. A small part of the salt extracted is sold to restaurants in the area, so if you season your food, you will know that the salt comes from this salt pan.

The last place to visit in Cabo de Gata is the lighthouse, situated at the southern end of the park. It is accessed by a road that runs alongside the sea and has views.
On arrival, there is a small parking area where you can leave your car and walk a few metres. From the viewpoint, next to the lighthouse, you can see the so-called reef of the mermaids, an ancient volcanic chimney jutting out into the sea.

The last place on the 4-day route is the village of Nijar, another of the most beautiful villages in Andalusia.
There is a parking in the lower part of the village where you can leave your car and start the walk.

Ascending through the streets of the village, you come to the small market square.
Surrounded by low houses with balconies and white façades, what stands out is the Museo Memoria del Agua, which is free to enter.
During the tour, there are explanatory panels about the use of water in the village from the Arabs to the present day.
Open Hours: Mornings: 10:00 - 14:00, except Monday & Wednesday. Evenings: 15:00 - 19:00, except Saturday & Sunday.

Tower of Arabic origin, located in the highest part of the historic center. It can be reached by a flight of concrete steps, without requiring great physical effort.
The tower has been reconstructed, and you can even go inside via a staircase. From the viewpoint you can see the park of Cabo de Gata with its hills and even the sea.

Ideal place to eat tapas with a cold beer, especially if you visit Nijar in summer when it is very hot.
It has a wide variety of tapas, the portions they serve are large, with two or three tapas you can eat two people. The value for money is excellent.

After travelling along the Mediterranean coast from Cartagena to Cabo de Gata, the route comes to an end.
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