Make a holiday rental home or villa in Pizarra, Spain your home away from home

Pizarra is a small farming village that sits on the Guadalhorce River in the Malaga province of Spain, and has so far successfully managed to avoid being absorbed by the sprawling of its bigger and more famous neighbour. This means holidaymakers in Pizarra can enjoy the best of both worlds – a traditional Spanish village base set amongst glorious rural scenery, but also the amenities and attractions of busier tourist areas just a short distance away.

Things to do in Pizarra, Spain

With stunning mountain views and a serene atmosphere which is a far cry from the hectic lifestyle of other nearby towns and cities, Pizarra is a great destination for those seeking a laid-back break. The area is extremely rural and ideal for those who are happy to spend large chunks of their vacation relaxing in their holiday rental apartment or villa, soaking up the great weather that the region is famous for.

Despite its relatively small size Pizarra still possesses a good array of amenities, with bars, restaurants, supermarkets, shops, a post office and an information bureau all to be found within the village. There is also a regular food market, and those seeking an independent self-catering holiday will be particularly at home here.

The main attraction in the centre of the village is the Municipal Museum, a fifty year old collection of local and archaeological artefacts, some of which date back to the Roman and Moorish eras. The collection was formerly the property of American painter Gino Hollander, who once lived in the village and gave away his entire collection when he left and returned to his home country.

Places to visit on holiday in Pizarra, Spain

Those seeking somewhere a little more vibrant have just a short distance to travel. The centre of Malaga is just 32km from Pizarra, and the sixth largest city in Spain has plenty of shopping, dining, drinking and historic attractions. The packed beaches and family fun of Torremolinos is also a similar distance away. Closer to base, consider a day trip to Coin (20km), which offers both modern attractions and a rich history.

Weather in Pizarra, Spain

Pizarra is privy to the famous 300 plus days of sunshine that the Malaga region receives, with summer high temperatures of around 30C, and a winter average of 15C. Rainfall is low, especially between May and September, with November and December the wettest months.

Flights to Pizarra, Spain

Pizarra is situated just 29km from Malaga Airport (AGP), a journey which can be made in little over half an hour. The airport is the main transport hub for visitors to the Costa Del Sol, so receives a large number of flights from the UK and beyond. UK airlines flying to Malaga include Jet2, Flybe, Easyjet, Ryanair and Thomas Cook Airlines.