Arenas

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Arenas is a municipality in the province of Málaga located in the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. It is situated in the comarca of Axarquía. By way of road it is located 12 kilometers from Vélez-Málaga, 50 km from Málaga and 577 km from Madrid. It is located northwest of the Axarquia, between the sierras of Tejeda and Almijara and the Castle of Bentomiz. ()

Alternative names: Population: 1.2 thous. (2019)Area: 10.15 mi²Coordinates: 36°48'48"N, 4°3'8"W

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Arenas – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: San Juan Bautista, Árchez, Bentomiz Castle, Algarrobo.

3.5 miSW
Church, Gothic architecture
San Juan Bautista, Vélez-Málaga
89 min walk • The Iglesia de San Juan Bautista or the Church of San Juan Bautista is a Roman Catholic church dedicated to John the Baptist, in Vélez-Málaga, in the province of Málaga, Spain. It is an art-historical monument that, over time, has undergone multiple architectural changes to its structure based on existing trends.
3.8 miNE
Village, Area
Árchez, Canillas de Albaida
98 min walk • Árchez is a small village in the province of Málaga, in southern Spain. The village is situated approximately 21 kilometres from Vélez Málaga. It has a population of approximately 408 residents, who are known as Archeros. Archez is located on the foothills of the Sierra Almijara on the scenic Mudejar Route.
0.8 miSE
Forts and castles
Bentomiz Castle
21 min walk • Bentomiz Castle is an ancient Moorish fortress built on a hill near the village of Arenas in the province of Málaga. It sits at a height of 711 metres, and lies to the northeast of Vélez-Málaga.
3 miS
Town
Algarrobo
76 min walk • Algarrobo is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. The municipality is situated in the coastal area of La Axarquía, 32 kilometers from the city of Málaga.
3.4 miSW
36°46'52"N • 4°5'54"W
Mirador del Mar, Vélez-Málaga
86 min walk • Monuments and statues
3.3 miSW
36°46'55"N • 4°5'53"W
Mirador de la Maroma, Vélez-Málaga
85 min walk • Monuments and statues
3.4 miSW
36°46'53"N • 4°5'56"W
Iglesia de San, Vélez-Málaga
87 min walk • Monuments and statues
6.7 miSE
36°45'30"N • 3°57'10"W
Iglesia Ntra. Sra. de la Encarnacion, Torrox
171 min walk • Museum
3.1 miN
Town
Sedella
79 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque Andalusia region of Spain, the charming town of Sedella offers visitors a true taste of traditional Spanish culture and stunning natural beauty. Surrounded by the dramatic backdrop of the Sierra Tejeda mountains, Sedella is a haven for...
4.5 miN
Locality
Canillas de Aceituno
114 min walk • The village itself is a sight to behold, with its narrow cobblestone streets, whitewashed buildings, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can wander through the historic center, stopping to admire the ornate church of Nuestra Señora del Rosario...
2.7 miSE
Town
Sayalonga
70 min walk • Sayalonga is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. It belongs to the comarca of La Axarquía. The municipality is situated approximately 38 kilometres from the capital of Málaga and 12 kilometres from Vélez Málaga.

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Arenas – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)