MURCIA NORTH & NORTH WEST

Jumilla is saving money and energy with sunshineThe town hall has fitted solar panels to numerous public buildings Jumilla town hall has been making investments to save taxpayers’ money and reduce the amount of electricity it uses, by installing solar panels on municipal buildings, particularly.. 01/10/2025

Man investigated for animal abuse after sick dog found in Ulea scrapyardGuardia Civil and Policía Local intervene as dog suffers untreated illness in poor conditions   The owner of a dog found in distress at a scrapyard in Ulea, Murcia, is under investigation for animal abuse following a Guardia Civil operation.. 30/09/2025

The best young Spanish wine is from Murcia and only €7 a bottle“Energetic and complex” red from Jumilla proves a favourite among experts and ordinary wine enthusiasts The people have spoken, and not just the experts: according to the thousands of readers of the Guía Vinos Gourmets (gourmet.. 30/09/2025

Caravaca's Museo de la Fiesta unveils immersive 360 degree experienceVisitors can experience the origins of the Fiestas de la Cruz as part of the World Tourism Day celebrations in Caravaca de la Cruz The Caravaca Museo de la Fiesta (Festival Museum) has unveiled a new immersive room that takes visitors on a journey.. 26/09/2025

Scared and grounded: Guardia Civil rescues a young griffon vulture in MulaA vigilant neighbour’s call leads to a hopeful rescue for a struggling bird in Murcia A young griffon vulture left stranded and unable to fly was rescued in the Casas Nuevas area of Mula thanks to a concerned neighbour’s quick action. The.. 25/09/2025

Yecla Fiestas de la Virgen declared a Festival of International Tourist InterestThe centuries-old celebration in Yecla joins Spain’s most prestigious fiestas with international recognition The mayor of Yecla, Maria Remedios Lajara, has officially received the diploma declaring the town’s Fiestas de la Virgen in honour.. 25/09/2025

The Ricote Valley, a natural paradise in the Region of MurciaA host of reasons to take a trip to this hidden valley just half an hour from the city of Murcia The Ricote Valley, with its green countryside and naturally isolated location, is in the heart of the Region of Murcia and is also sometimes referred to as the..

Tree of friendship: Elche dedicates palm to Caravaca de la CruzGesture emphasises cities’ religious and cultural connections during Jubilee Year The mayors of Caravaca (L) and Elche (R) The city of Elche has paid homage to Caravaca de la Cruz by dedicating one of its emblematic palm trees in the.. 24/09/2025

Murcia's wine sector receives €8 million boost as 2025 grape harvest beginsCouncillor Sara Rubira praises regional wineries exporting to over 100 countries and highlights investment and promotion aid The grape harvest is underway in Murcia and this year’s crop could reach around 45,000 tons, even after some rough storms.. 23/09/2025

Round off summer with unique experiences and activities at Guatazales, BullasExplore the fascinating world of beekeeping, sample incredible wines, olive oil and honey or immerse yourself in nature Summer may be drawing to a close, but at Guatazales in Bullas there is still so much to discover. Known for its regenerative organic.. 22/09/2025

One of the hardest decisions of your life??Placing a relative in a residence for the elderly can be traumatic, but DomusVi make it far easier with their guarantee of person-centred care The decision that an elderly relative or loved one is better off in a residence where they are constantly safe and..

7-course gourmet taster menu on a short walk in Caravaca de la Cruz for just 25.50 euros!Enjoy the city centre as you discover some of the favourite snacks of Caravaca! In 2025 the Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has joined forces with local restaurants to launch a series of five easily affordable gastronomic routes in and around the city under..

New evening bus service from Yecla to JumillaServices are extended to provide safe and reliable transport for students from Jumilla attending a Yecla secondary school The Town Hall of Jumilla has announced that an additional bus service is to be supplied from Yecla to Jumilla, setting out at 21... 17/09/2025

Mercadona expands in Region of Murcia with a brand new, customer-friendly store in CiezaA modern supermarket opens with a €6.7 million investment and plenty of thoughtful touches Mercadona keeps growing its presence in the Region of Murcia, opening a fresh new supermarket this Monday in the Los Olivos district of Cieza. This latest.. 16/09/2025

Murcia's vineyards fight back against climate changeWinegrowers in Murcia are reshaping their vineyards to survive heat, drought and extreme weather The vineyards of Murcia are on the frontline of climate change. Rising temperatures and years of drought have forced local winegrowers to change how they.. 15/09/2025

Jumilla's Hoya de la Sima fossil site takes a big step toward official cultural protectionThis new status will help safeguard and showcase one of Europe’s most extraordinary fossil footprint sites Jumilla is marking a huge milestone as the remarkable paleontological site of Hoya de la Sima begins its journey to becoming a recognised.. 11/09/2025

Caravaca updates tourist signs with smart tech and multilingual audio guidesNew signs and a mobile app offer personalised routes and accessible info to enhance visitor experience Caravaca de la Cruz is rolling out a fresh wave of tourist signs across its historic centre and surrounding districts, designed to offer visitors.. 02/09/2025

Getting away from it all in the mountains of Sierra EspuñaThe “green heart” of the Region of Murcia is a must for lovers of the great outdoors all year round! The Regional Park of Sierra Espuña is one of the great natural treasures of the Region of Murcia, with its marvellous landscapes, innumerable..

Yecla announces guided visits for the remainder of 2025From history to wine-tasting, from rural hikes to the famed December fiestas, Yecla welcomes all visitors to these fascinating tours between August and December! The Tourism department of the Town Hall of Yecla in the north of Murcia has published its.. 05/08/2025

9 natural swimming pools in inland Murcia!Northern Murcia is dotted with heavenly locations in water ranging from jacuzzi temperature to icy cold! We are now in the middle of the “dog days” of summer, the month from mid-July to mid-August when the heat is relentless, the beaches are more..