About Cómpeta: Local Activities & Facilities

Activities

Horse riding, swimming, hang gliding, go-karting and tennis are all available close to the village. Numerous world class golf courses are within a short drive. Water sports are a 25 minute drive away on the coast while winter sports are within 2 hours in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains.

The surrounding countryside is an area renowned for its varied and interesting walks in the National parks. It offers some of the best walking in Europe, with routes for all abilities. Walking is especially lovely when the spring flowers are in bloom. The nearby white villages of Canillas de Albaida, Sayalonga and Torrox are also popular walking destinations. Local walking guides can be found in the village.

The mountain walks close to Cómpeta are breathtaking

Sight Seeing In & Around Cómpeta

The Church of Nuestra Señora de La Asunción is the most important building in the town, situated in the Plaza de Pantaleón Romero. Its interior is divided into three naves with octagonal pillars. One of the most valuable pieces inside is the mural of the Asunción, painted by local artist Francisco Hernández and finished in 1972. The exterior of the building was restored following earthquake damage in 1893. Work began a year afterwards with the building of the double access to the spire, and a tower on the neo-Mudejar style was built in 1935. The whole building has recently undergone a facelift with a new roof and entrance.

Less than 30 minutes away are the coastal resorts of Torrox Costa, Nerja and Torre del Mar, offering fine beaches, markets and many more bars, restaurants and shops, and world class golf courses.

Granada is a short drive away, where a visit to the Alhambra is not to be missed.

Alhambra de Granada

Tickets available online.

http://www.alhambradegranada.org

Cómpeta Village Information

Information from Andalucia.com.

http://www.andalucia.com/province/malaga/competa/home.htm

Books, maps and more local information can be found in your accommodation.

Climb the church's bell tower for great views of the village and surrounding countryside