Volunteers and Council join forces to safeguard Alhama's stray cats
Funding, adoption support and a long-term strategy to keep Alhama de Murcia’s cat population healthy and under control
Alhama de Murcia has taken another step forward in animal welfare by signing its first collaboration agreement between the Town Council and a local protection group. The deal, sealed with the Engatúsate Alhama de Murcia Association, will ensure that the town’s feral cat colonies are managed ethically and that the CER method – Capture, Sterilisation and Release – is firmly established as the way forward.
The agreement formally recognises the enormous work carried out by volunteers and non-profit groups. The commitment will initially run until September 2026, with the option to extend it further.
For the first time, feral cat colonies in Alhama will be properly mapped and registered, giving the authorities a clearer picture of where help is needed most. The Council has pledged to install shelters and feeding stations, fund essential veterinary care and run awareness campaigns to encourage the public to understand and support the initiative.
A dedicated space will also be set up on the municipal website to promote responsible adoption of sociable cats.
Engatúsate, meanwhile, will take the lead on the ground. The group will continue to manage colonies day to day, rescue abandoned litters and ensure that cats who can live happily in homes are given the chance to be adopted. Their work will also extend to education, with talks and courses aimed at raising awareness across the community.
The agreement is backed by a grant of €2,000 in 2025 to help cover expenses.
For more information about Alhama, including news and upcoming events, visit the local tourist office or go to the home page of Alhama Today
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Address
Tourist Office Alhama de Murcia, Plaza Constitucion. Frente Auditorio, nº 10, 30840, ALHAMA DE MURCIATel: 968 633 512
Oficina de Turismo de Alhama de Murcia
Alhama de Murcia Tourist information office is located on the edge of the Plaza de la Constitución, just a few metres away from the underground car park and the Town hall of Alhama de Murcia.
The tourist office offers free guided audiotours in English which take visitors around the historical sites of interest in Alhama. These be loaned at any time, although allow an hour and a half to complete the tour, and when loaning the audio equipment visitors are asked to leave passports or ID cards with the tourist office.
The office also carries a full range of leaflets for the archaeological museum of Los Baños, which is built around the historic spa which gives Alhama its name, and the mountains of Sierra Espuña, which is also an important area within the municipality of Alhama. Areas such as El Berro and Gebas have a number of interesting routes which can be followed and there are several picnic areas and good walking routes within the Sierra Espuña natural park.
The tourist office also carries leaflets for the many cultural events and fiestas which take place in Alhama throughout the year, including Los Mayos, Semana Santa, Christmas,the Romería of La Candelaria and the Auto de los Reyes Magos in El Berro.
Opening Hours
Winter (September 16 – May 31)
- Tuesday to Friday: 9am-2pm and 4.30pm-7.30pm
- Saturdays: 10am-1pm
- Sundays and Mondays: closed
Summer (June 1 to September 15)
- Tuesday to Friday: 08.30 to 14.30
- Saturdays: 10.00 to 13.00
- Sundays and Mondays: closed
For more local information, including news and forthcoming events, visit the home page of Alhama Today.
