MURCIA NEWS

New Consum supermarket to open in Alhama de Murcia town centreThe supermarket chain already runs 53 stores across the Region of Murcia, with more on the way Consum is set to open a new supermarket in Alhama de Murcia, with more than 1,000 square metres of sales space and an expected 30 new jobs for the local.. 12/08/2026

Four foreigners arrested in Murcia for selling a 2-year-old girlTotana police say the girl’s parents allegedly sold her to another family for €20,000 Four Honduran nationals have been arrested in Murcia over the illegal adoption of a two-year-old girl in a case involving an alleged €20,000 payment. &..

Lorca hotels expecting a bumper AugustThe “main cultural and heritage destination in the Region of Murcia” is expecting hotel occupancy rates of over 80% It is, of course, usual for hotels in the Region of Murcia to enjoy a couple of months of bumper business during July and August.. 07/08/2026

Lorca beaches protect loggerhead turtle nesting sitesThe unspoilt beaches of Lorca are typical of those which attracts female loggerheads Over recent years there has been a significant return to the beaches of some parts of the Spanish Mediterranean coast of the loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta), not.. 06/08/2026

Buying in Spain? Choosing a firm that's both a Gestoría and a law firm could save you time, money and stressGestoría Carvajal explains why combining legal and administrative expertise can make buying a Spanish home far less stressful For many people moving to Spain, buying a home here is one of life's biggest milestones. It's exciting, but.. 04/08/2026

Free parking in Lorca city centre during AugustThe Town Hall in Lorca lifts parking restrictions for the entire month One of the few disadvantages of visiting the city of Lorca is, for the most part of the year, the lack of parking spaces in and around the centre, but of course in August the whole.. 03/08/2026

Major road repairs costing €25 million approved across the Region of MurciaThe four-year programme will cover the RM-15 motorway and dozens of regional roads across 15 Murcia municipalities Drivers across the Region of Murcia can expect improvements to the RM-15 motorway and dozens of regional roads after the government.. 30/07/2026

International manhunt launched in Camposol double murder investigationDetectives believe a Colombian national left Spain shortly after the killings and are now seeking his arrest The investigation into the gruesome double murder at Camposol has taken another dramatic turn, with an international search launched for a.. 30/07/2026

Camposol breathes a sigh of relief as Council approves restrictions on biogas plantsThe Camposol Legal Platform against Biogas welcomes the new bylaws and looks forward to the final part of the procedure to confirm the legislation Item two on the agenda of Mazarrón Council’s pleno meeting on Tuesday July 28, 2026.. 29/07/2026

Sierra Espuña shuts its roads for the solar eclipse but Alhama has a plan BThe Alhama de Murcia council is closing access roads on August 12 and setting up an official viewing spot near Condado de Alhama instead The mountain range that dominates Alhama de Murcia's skyline will be off limits on the day Spain gets to experience.. 09/07/2026

Important update from Camposol's Legal Platform against BiogasRepresentatives meet with Councillor to discuss progress in legislation controlling biogas plant location Camposol Legal Platform against Biogas representatives met with Mazarrón Town Hall’s Councillor for Camposol, Carmen Navarro to.. 09/07/2026

Alhama has decided! These are the new social projects that locals have voted to spend taxpayer money on this year...Less than 4% of the electorate turned out to vote in the direct democracy scheme In a recent public voting process, the Town Hall of Alhama de Murcia allowed residents of the municipality to have their say on how the town's money gets spent and.. 02/07/2026

Águilas snorkel guide: Shallow pools and seaweed-loving wrens at La CarolinaAn exciting route through four coves, with a stone arch and damselfish along the way Tucked away within a coastal setting of four coves, La Carolina in Águilas is a lovely spot for snorkelling, with a route along the right-hand side that.. 30/06/2026

Snorkelling in Águilas: The Los Cocedores easy beach route for all agesA family-friendly route on the Murcia-Almería border with shallow water throughout Right on the border between Murcia and Almería, south of Águilas, lies Los Cocedores, a beautiful beach that offers up two different snorkelling.. 30/06/2026

La Cresta, Isla del Fraile: An Águilas dive site of rocky mazes and resident groupersFrom shallow seagrass meadows to a dazzling 17-metre ridge, this Águilas dive site has it all Off the coast of Águilas, the waters around Isla del Fraile hide one of the area's most rewarding dive routes, known as La Cresta. The.. 30/06/2026

Six beautiful Spanish islands you can visit this summer without catching a flightFrom Murcia to Galicia, these island getaways offer crystal-clear waters, history and spectacular scenery Isla del Fraile / Wikipedia   When people think of island holidays in Spain, the Balearics and Canaries usually come to mind first.. 23/06/2026

Murcia's beaches fall short on accessibility for people with reduced mobilityOnly 17 of 74 beaches assessed offer full independent access, leaving thousands unable to enjoy the sea on equal terms For thousands of people with reduced mobility in the Region of Murcia, getting to the beach means dragging themselves across scorching.. 01/06/2026

Águilas instals awnings along the seafront Blue TrailRespite from the summer sun for those walking along the Águilas coastline this summer The Town Hall of Águilas has completed work to install awnings at two points located along the “12.000 Pasos Tres Bahías” Blue Trail.. 29/05/2026

Coastal property prices in Murcia are surging and savvy buyers are moving fastWith Los Alcázares up 30% and San Javier among the Region's biggest risers, Spainora is helping international buyers find the right move Spain's property market is going through a significant shift in 2026 and nowhere is that more visible.. 19/05/2026

This Murcia seaside town has been named Europe's best place for a boat tripÁguilas has topped a new ranking thanks to its calm Mediterranean setting, beaches and easy access to the water A little-known coastal town in the Region of Murcia has been named the best destination in Europe for a boat trip, putting Águilas.. 04/05/2026