El Torcal de Antequera

#158 among destinations in Spain

Rock, Nature, Natural attraction, Unesco

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El Torcal de Antequera is an otherworldly landscape, etched into the heart of Spain's Andalusia region. Known for its unique karst formations, this natural reserve boasts some of the most striking limestone rock sculptures in Europe. Formed over millions of years, the geological park spans approximately 17 square kilometers and is situated just south of the city of Antequera.

The park is divided into three main sections – El Torcal Alto, the most accessible and visited area; El Torcal Bajo, which features some of the park's most intriguing rock formations; and the Las Escaleruelas area, known for its rich fossil deposits. Visitors to El Torcal de Antequera can enjoy a network of marked trails that navigate through the maze of towering spires, balanced rocks, and deep gorges, providing a glimpse into Earth's distant past.

El Torcal is not only a geological wonder but also a sanctuary for a variety of flora and fauna. The park is home to a diverse range of plant species, many of which are endemic to the region, and it is a haven for wildlife, including the Spanish ibex, foxes, and a variety of birds such as the griffon vulture.

Local name: Torcal de Antequera Unesco: from 2016Area: 8.42 mi²Coordinates: 36°57'53"N, 4°32'50"W

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El Torcal de Antequera – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tholos de El Romeral, Alcazaba de Antequera, Dolmen de Viera, Antequera Dolmens Site.

4.8 miN
, Prehistoric site
Tholos de El Romeral
124 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Andalusia, Spain, the Tholos de El Romeral stands as a testament to the ingenuity and mystique of prehistoric architecture. This ancient megalithic site, dating back to the Bronze Age, is part of the Antequera Dolmens Site, a UNESCO World...
3.5 miN
Historical place, Forts and castles
Alcazaba de Antequera, Antequera
89 min walk • The Alcazaba of Antequera is a Moorish fortress in Antequera, Spain. It was erected over Roman ruins in the 14th century to counter the Christian advance from the north. The fortress is rectangular in shape, with two towers.
4 miN
Underground Copper Age burial chamber
Dolmen de Viera, Antequera
104 min walk • The Dolmen de Viera or Dolmen de los Hermanos Viera is a dolmen—a type of single-chamber megalithic tomb—located in Antequera, province of Málaga, Andalusia, Spain.
4.1 miN
37°1'27"N • 4°32'50"W
Antequera Dolmens Site, Antequera
105 min walk • The Antequera Dolmens Site is a cultural heritage ensemble comprising three cultural monuments and 2 natural mountain features in and near the city of Antequera in Andalusia, Spain. The cultural institution responsible for its protection is the CADA. It was declared a World Heritage Site in 2016.
4.1 miN
Ancient megalithic burial site
Dolmen of Menga, Antequera
105 min walk • The Dolmen of Menga is a megalithic burial mound called a tumulus, a long barrow form of dolmen, dating from the 3750-3650 BCE approx. It is near Antequera, Málaga, Spain. It is one of the largest known ancient megalithic structures in Europe.
0.9 miS
36°57'9"N • 4°32'42"W
Centro de Visitantes del Torcal de Antequera, Antequera
22 min walk • Visitor center, View point, Field
4.2 miN
Sport, Sport venue
Pabellón Polideportivo Municipal Fernando Argüelles, Antequera
106 min walk • Pabellón Polideportivo Municipal Fernando Argüelles is an arena in Antequera, Spain. It is primarily used for team handball and is the home arena of BM Antequera. The arena holds 2,575 people.