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    From Cartagena to Cabo de Gata: Roman Vestiges and Beautiful Villages by the Sea

    From Cartagena to Cabo de Gata: Roman Vestiges and Beautiful Villages by the Sea
    Starts from

    Murcia

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    43

    Duration

    4 days

    Length

    272 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Murcia

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    4 days

    Length

    272 mi

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    Flor Vallejo

    Flor Vallejo

    Travel Expert

    • Discover Mojacar, one of the most beautiful white villages of Andalusia.
    • Take a swim at the beach of Los Muertos, a paradise in Cabo de Gata.
    • Visit the Roman vestiges in Cartagena, mainly its ancient theater.
    This route runs along Costa Cálida (Warm Coast) and Costa de Almería, by the Mediterranean Sea. You will pass through historic sites, lighthouses on the edge of the cliffs, charming villages like Mojacar and Nijar, and viewpoints, until you reach the Cabo de Gata, a protected park of great beauty.
    Along the way you will visit ancient Roman ruins in Cartagena, fortresses by the sea with fabulous views and even an old silver mine.
    But undoubtedly the protagonist will be Cabo de Gata with its paradisiacal beaches, salt flats and scenic routes along the coast of the sea. Are you ready?

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    This route runs along Costa Cálida (Warm Coast) and Costa de Almería, by the Mediterranean Sea. You will pass through historic sites, lighthouses on the edge of the cliffs, charming villages like Mojacar and Nijar, and viewpoints, until you reach the Cabo de Gata, a protected park of great beauty.
    Along the way you will visit ancient Roman ruins in Cartagena, fortresses by the sea with fabulous views and even an old silver mine.
    But undoubtedly the protagonist will be Cabo de Gata with its paradisiacal beaches, salt flats and scenic routes along the coast of the sea. Are you ready?
    Flor Vallejo

    Flor Vallejo

    Travel Expert

    • Discover Mojacar, one of the most beautiful white villages of Andalusia.
    • Take a swim at the beach of Los Muertos, a paradise in Cabo de Gata.
    • Visit the Roman vestiges in Cartagena, mainly its ancient theater.

    Travel itinerary

    Following the Roman Ruins in Cartagena and a Disused Military Fortress
    11 Activities

    Day 1

    99 mi2 mi

    Following the Roman Ruins in Cartagena and a Disused Military Fortress

    The first day of the route runs through the Region of Murcia, starting at the most important lighthouse on the coast of the Mar Menor, at Cabo de Palos. The second stop is in the city of Cartagena, with its Roman ruins in perfect condition. A walking tour of the amphitheater and an ancient manor house awaits you. The last stop of the day is at the old military fortress used during the Spanish Civil War to guard the bay of Cartagena. The views from the top of the cliff are not to be missed.
    21:15
    Aguilas Castle and a Foray to the Silver Mine
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    Day 2

    65 mi0.3 mi

    Aguilas Castle and a Foray to the Silver Mine

    The second day of the route still starts in the Region of Murcia, more precisely in the coastal town of Aguilas. Be amazed by the castle overlooking the sea and the town, and by the lively atmosphere of the port. In Andalusia, the route will continue by an old military battery that guarded the town of San Juan de Terreros and a visit to a silver mine to see the geode. Finally, there will be time to reach the white village of Mojacar and see its most important fountain with its many water jets.
    21:45
    The White Village of Mojacar, Scenic Route and the Beach of Los Muertos
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    Day 3

    36 mi2 mi

    The White Village of Mojacar, Scenic Route and the Beach of Los Muertos

    The third day of the route will take you into the park of Cabo de Gata, but first you will visit the beautiful historic centre of Mojacar. Then, along a road surrounded by hills and running along the edge of the sea, there will be time for several stops at viewpoints and turquoise water beaches until you reach the village of Las Negras. The Cabo de Gata Park is a true paradise for nature lovers.
    21:15
    Road Along the Sea, the Salt Flats and the Beautiful Village of Nijar
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    Day 4

    72 mi1 mi

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

    On the last day you continue your tour around Cabo de Gata, but today you'll see other landscapes such as the salt flats just a few meters from the sea, the lighthouse located at the southernmost point of the park and a viewpoint that will leave you open-mouthed. Finally, the visit to another of the most beautiful white villages of Andalusia, Nijar. Its whitewashed buildings and its location in the middle of the hill make it a great attraction.

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