Beaches in Rodalquilar (Andalusia) Spain - advise, map and photos

Old gold mine land (built by the British), Rodalquilar is located in the center of the natural park of Cabo de Gata-Nijar. The end of mining (1960, the brownfields can be visited) made Rodalquilar a ghost village. In the 60s, thanks to the courage of his mayor, the city took a new take off. Today and despite his ghost district at the entrance, it became a fashionable destination with several restaurants in its main street and many gites.

A big beach at Rodalquilar, undoubtedly to put in the top of the most beautiful beaches of Andalusia. The coast of Rodalquilar is aside the village (about 4 km) and is very rugged with high cliffs. The beach of Playazo is located in a plain close to a private fort. Magic atmosphere with the volcanoes of the park as a backdrop. Note that many films were shot in this area and in particular in 1986 « Indiana Jones and the last crusade ».

This north part of Andalusia is remarkable for its wild side. Several days are necessary to discover it.  San José is to our sense the best point of fall for lodging and having a little animation. We also appreciate the fishermen’s village close to La Isleta del Moro. North, Las Negras more attracts fans of May 68 with a very relaxed atmosphere …