Villarícos

Follow the coast road north from Garrucha for about  10km and you find the small, quaint town of Villarícos, a lively fishing harbour in the process of development with villas, hostels and hotels, as well as some fine seafront fish restaurants. Market day is Sunday!

Villarícos is situated in a unique position o­n the mouth of the Rio Almanzora and the coast. There is a strong fishing community here, as well as several unspoiled beaches. The surrounding countryside is stunning with the entire stretch of coastline sheltered by the dramatic Sierra Almagrera mountain offering great views and private beaches in both directions.

Nearby is the truly stunning international golf resort of Desert Springs and more golf lies to the north in the picturesque beachside town of San Juan de los Terreros. This quaint town has some superb beach bars and a real Spanish way of life although it can become very quiet in the winter months.