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Winter storms leave Murcia with a €6 million repair bill as emergency road works beginWork has already started in Lorca, Cartagena and Jumilla on 228 kilometres of damaged road surface Emergency repair works are underway on more than 228 kilometres of state roads across the Region of Murcia after a series of storms between December.. 06/04/2026

Local and national bank holidays in the Region of Murcia this AprilAlongside Holy Thursday and Good Friday, towns including Ceutí, Jumilla, Murcia City, and Blanca have extra local holidays this April As today is April 1, it's a good time to take a look at the bank holiday days in the Region of Murcia.. 01/04/2026

Caravaca park welcomes a new monument to Santa Teresa de JesúsA vindication of Gothic stone construction techniques in the Caravaca park of Mayrena The new public park of Mayrena in Caravaca de la Cruz is now adorned with a stone construction named “La Primera Morada” in tribute to one of the leading.. 01/04/2026

11 Free guided tours available in inland MurciaEnglish language guides are available for these visits in Murcia, Caravaca, Cieza, Jumilla and Yecla Away from the magnificent beaches of the Region of Murcia, visitors can absorb thousands of years of history, architecture and local tradition in any.. 31/03/2026

Free entry for children at Cehegín bullfight sparks fresh controversyFoundation warns of harm to minors as debate over tradition and attendance continues A planned bullfighting event in Cehegín this June has come under fire after it emerged that children under 12 will be allowed to attend for free, prompting criticism.. 31/03/2026

WATCH! Wildfire tears through 400 hectares of protected park land in Sierra EspuñaA scout group of 80 children had to be evacuated as the blaze tore through Totana and Aledo   #IFSierraEspuña Durante la noche, los militares desplegados han realizado tendidos de linea húmeda en misiones de consolidació.. 30/03/2026

Eight new Murcia eateries shine with Repsol's 'Soletes'Eight local bars and restaurants in the Region of Murcia have been awarded Soletes, bringing the community’s total to 112 recommended spots The Repsol Soletes, or “Little Suns”, recognise places where quality and warmth meet an affordable..

Visit the rice fields of Calasparra this year!Calasparra in north-western Murcia celebrates its main culinary and agricultural speciality There are many attractions in and around the town of Calasparra, in the north-west of the Region of Murcia, including the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Esperanza.. 20/03/2026

Murcia will have front row seats to the spectacular Trio of Eclipses beginning this AugustYecla and Águilas are expected to offer some of the best views of this once-in-a-lifetime celestial spectacle The entire world is gearing up for the once-in-a-lifetime Trio of Eclipses (Tri-E) that is headed our way over the next few years.. 19/03/2026

Until April 12 The world-famous Prado art museum comes to the streets of Cehegín!50 artistic masterpieces at the Convento de San Esteban in Cehegín The touring exhibition “El Prado en las Calles” is set for a few months in various locations in the Region of Murcia this spring and early summer, beginning with the town..

You can now play Pokémon with a Murcia map, for free online!A new demo game that has just been launched reimagines the Region of Murcia in classic Pokémon style, blending pixelated nostalgia with real-world landmarks and local pride What started as a dream project among a few friends has evolved into.. 02/03/2026

Tickets now on sale for the Noches de Camino music festival in Caravaca in JuneA wide range of artists such as David Bisbal and Ana Torroja head the bill at the biggest summer event in the north-west of Murcia Although its’ being held for only the third time this year the “Noches del Camino” music festival in Caravaca.. 02/03/2026

Cycling in Caravaca: an intermediate 50-km route to the villages of Barranda and ArchivelThis Caravaca cycling tour includes optional stops at two archaeological sites One of two recommended short cycling trips for those who are not accompanied by small children, this route is entitled “Culture, Water and Roots” and covers a distance.. 25/02/2026

Country cottages and rural properties to let in LorcaCottages and rural accommodation for rent in Lorca Lorca is best known as a historic city behind which stands the impregnable medieval castle, and as home to some of the most colourful and spectacular Easter Week processions in the whole of Spain, but the..

The mountains of Sierra de la Pila in north-eastern MurciaA protected Regional Park which has barely been altered by human activity over the millennia The Regional Park of the Sierra de la Pila is an area of 8,836 hectares in the north-east of the Region of Murcia, occupying parts of the municipalities of Abará..

7 historical treasures found underground in the Region of MurciaTrace more than 2,000 years of history in Murcia with visits to these impressive archaeological digs and museum sites! While there is no doubting the marvellous sights and recommended visits to be found above ground in the Region of Murcia, from mountains..

8 romantic getaways in inland Murcia to celebrate Valentine's Day! ARCHIVED ARTICLE - The warmth of romantic settings more than makes up for the cold winter nights in the north of Murcia… It seems as though the extended Spanish Christmas, New Year and Three Kings festivities have only just ended, but already it..

Spring 2026 visiting timetable at Jumilla castleThe 15th-century castle of Jumilla has been restored to close to its original condition During the spring of 2026 the castle of Jumilla is open to visitors at weekends and on public holidays between 10.00 and 14.00, enabling you to visit this faithfully restored..

Cycling in Caravaca: an easy route for all the family between Cehegín and CaravacaThis Caravaca cycling tour follows part of the Camino de Levante pilgrimage route One of two recommended short cycling trips for beginners and families of all ages, this route follows the steps of the pilgrims who have come to Caravaca de la Cruz to venerate..

Cycling in Caravaca: an easy route for families in and around the historic cityEnjoy monuments in the centre of Caravaca and the natural beauty spot of Las Fuentes del Marqués! This 14-kilometre circular cycling route, taking you to many of the most iconic locations in the holy city of Caravaca de la Cruz, is a very easy one and..