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Níjar-Cabo de Gata

The volcanic landscapes of the Cabo de Gata region on the Costa de Almería are unique to southern Spain and walks here have a haunting beauty all of their own. In all but the summer months you can expect to meet with few other walkers and the small coastal villages of Agua Amarga, Las Negras and San José have a great range of accommodation for all budgets. The best time of year to be here is spring, when the desert-like landscapes briefly take on a hue of green while in winter this is the region of Andalucía where you’re most likely to see warm and sunny weather.

Plants and wildlife

Two major highlights of any walk in southern Spain come in the form of the flowers and birds you see along the way.

Andalucía is among the best birding destinations in Europe and ornithological tourism has grown rapidly in recent years. The best time for birdwatching is during the spring and autumn migrations between Europe and North Africa, but at any time, in all parks covered in this guide, you can expect rich bird life. As well as seasonal visitors there are more than 250 species present throughout the year.