Competa is nestled 700 metres above sea level in the Sierra Almijara, the snow capped range of mountains between Malaga & Granada that stretch down to the warm Mediterranean. A delightful medium-sized white Spanish village, with white washed walls that reflect the beautiful summer
sun, on doors, windows and walls throughout Competa town. Common features in Competa are the decorative colours of the facings and the details of the balconies, grilles and tiles are especially magnificent against the white surfaces.
Competa village is surrounded by a 4,000 hectares wide wildlife reserve, the Sierra Almijara, with peaks as high as 2,068 metres. A stunningly beautiful natural park where you can go for walks to encounter mountain goats, eagles and a very rich vegetation. Yet, the sandy beaches and coastal villages of Axarquia are also very near. Competa has 35 bars and restaurants offering excellent tapas and meals at low prices.
The area of Competa has one of the best climates in Europe, and the land surrounding the village and down to the coast is filled with vineyards, olive, almond and lemon groves, tropical fruits such as avocado, mango and kiwi, all idealy suited to this sub tropical climate. The locally produced Moscatel wine is famous throughout the region. You can visit one of the bodegas and taste it yourself!
The region is renowned for it's muscatel grape and the infamous Vino de Competa. For this reason the routes through the villages are named 'The Route of the Wine'. This takes you through the villages of Torrox, Algarrobo, Sayalonga, Competa, Canillais de Albaida, Nerja and Frigliana. To the north of this Provence of Malaga lies the Provence of Granada.
Further south there is a beautiful stretch of coastline with cliffs and small bays as well as wide well cared for beaches. The hillsides are dotted with vines and small farm houses where they harvest the wine such as the Vino de Competa whose fame dates back to Roman times.
The Andalusian culture offers a mix of Mediterranean and Arab customs dating from earlier times. Glorious cities like Malaga, Granada, Cordoba and Sevilla are nearby.
The region around Competa has an average of 320 days of sunshine a year, even February and November can resemble the best summer days to be found in northern Europe. Almost nine months of perfect weather for walking, hiking and riding. This leaves July and August which are hot (an average of 30
degrees) although being 700 meters above sea level is often tempered with mountain breeze.
The annual rainfall is low. Andalusia is said to be the least polluted region in Southern Europe.
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