Explore Cártama, a charming village in Málaga, Spain. With its history, beautiful scenery and welcoming atmosphere, it offers an authentic taste of Andalusian life. Stroll through its picturesque streets, enjoy the delicious local food and soak up its vibrant culture.
What to visit in Cártama?
- Moorish Castle: Cártama’s Moorish castle, now in ruins but still imposing, was built to defend Málaga against invasions. Its Roman predecessor made use of the accessibility of the River Guadalhorce for strategic raids. A testament to bygone eras, this castle still evokes the region’s history and military significance.
- Church of St Peter the Apostle: The church, built on the site of a mosque following the conquest by the Catholic Monarchs in 1502, plays a central role in the life of the town. An inscription on the exterior reveals its history. On the main feast day, 22 April, it houses the image of the city’s patron saint, making it a key centre for celebrations.
- The Chapel of Our Lady of Los Remedios: The Virgin of Los Remedios, patron saint of Cártama, is venerated in the chapel throughout the year, but especially on 22 April, when the locals make a moving pilgrimage to the Church of St Paul the Apostle, carrying the image of the Virgin with them to celebrate her main feast day.
What to eat in Cártama? Gastronomy:
- Mesón de Carlos: Traditional Spanish cuisine – Click to view the address
- Restaurante Gálvez: Traditional Spanish cuisine – Click to view the address
- Nakara Sushi Bar: Sushi – Click to view the address
- Burguer Pizzeria Dallas: Pizzeria – Click to view the address
- Badulake: Burger joint – Click to view the address
- Pandaö Wok: Asian street food restaurant – Click to view the address
- Hacienda de la Torre Antiguo Tintero Campero: Traditional Spanish cuisine – Click to view the address
Places of interest near Cártama:
- Calle Larios (Málaga city centre): approx. 20 km – Click to view the address
- La Alcazaba (Málaga city centre): approx. 20 km – Click to view the address
- Torremolinos: approx. 20 km – Click to view the address
- Muelle 1 (Málaga city centre): approx. 22 km – Click to view the address
- Aqualand (Torremolinos): approx. 22 km – Click to view the address
- Puerto Marina (Benalmádena): approx. 23 km – Click to view the address
- Gibralfaro Viewpoint (Málaga): approx. 25km – Click to view the address
- Mijas Pueblo: approx. 25km – Click to view the address
- Cable car (Benalmádena): approx. 27 km – Click to view the address
- Bioparc Fuengirola (Fuengirola): approx. 32 km – Click to view the address
- Sohail Castle (Fuengirola): approx. 33km – Click to view directions
- Caminito del Rey: approx. 44 km – Click to view directions
- Marbella: approx. 45 km – Click to view directions
- Sierra de las Nieves: approx. 46 km – Click to view the address
- Puerto Banús (Marbella): approx. 52km – Click to view the address
- Torcal de Antequera (Antequera): +/- 54 km – Click to view the address
- El Balcón de Europa (Nerja): approx. 79 km – Click to view the address
- Nerja Caves (Nerja): approx. 82 km – Click to view the address
- The Tajo de Ronda (Ronda): approx. 89 km – Click to view directions
Special dates in Cártama:
- Carnival: 1 March to 9 March
- Easter: 17 April to 20 April
- Cártama Fair: 22 to 27 April
- For more information on public holidays and events in the town, we recommend visiting the following link: https://www.cartama.es/135/com1_fb-0/com1_ct-0/com1_bs-feria/agenda
Where to stay in Cártama?
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