Nearest {0} Ferry:
Almeria at 15 Kilometres
Nearest {0} Motorway:
Exit 429 on to the N 340 at 5 Kilometres
Nearest {0} Beach:
beach at 100.0 Metres
Car:
not necessary
Roquetas de Mar is situated 25 km west of Almeria and 160 km East of Malaga. To the west are the Sierra Nevada Mountains, these protect the area from bad weather so the climate is pleasant all year round and great for snow skiing in the winter months. Rainfall in this area is scarce and so the sun shines for 320 days a year!Roquetas de Mar is also popular among golfers of all standards and has some great courses within a 15 minute drive time. The promenade in Roquetas is popular with walkers. For the more energetic there is a cycle path ideal for roller bladers and joggers. The local port offers trips including the glass bottom boat and has an early morning fish market for seafood fans. Excursions are popular including ancient Granada and the spectacular Alhambra palace. The Cabo de Gata area of natural beauty is only a short journey away. For the children and young at heart there is Mini Hollywood theme park, made famous by the Clint Eastwood westerns, which has an amazing zoo.