FamxplorCabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park
What to expect
The Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is a protected area in the province of Almería, Andalucía, Spain. It is a unique landscape of volcanic origin, with 63 km of coastline featuring cliffs and marine floors of high quality. The park is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including over 1000 species of terrestrial plants and 250 marine species. The park's location and climate create a unique environment where species from the Mediterranean and North Africa coexist. The area has a rich cultural and historical heritage, with evidence of human activity dating back to ancient times. The park offers a range of activities and attractions for visitors, including hiking, birdwatching, and exploring the park's natural and cultural treasures
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Activities: We visited the park during a very windy weather. We visited the salt flats to watch the birds, saw the lighthouse and took a walk to the beach Playa de los Genoveses. We went for a hike from the Rodalquilar gold mine ruins to the Cortijo de los Frailes filming location
Highlights: We enjoyed the unspoiled coast and volcanic desert landscapes. "An evening walk to the dream beach Playa de los Genoveses and a hike from the ruin of the gold mine of Rodalquilar to the film set Cortijo de los Frailes." ✨