MURCIA REGION

Is this the best walking and hiking route in the Region of Murcia?A 14-kilometre route in Sierra Espuña, a spectacular rock wall, pine forests and views as far as the Mediterranean! There are many ways to experience and enjoy the beauty of nature first hand, whether it’s on land, in the water or even by air..

Spain's pay rises still aren't reaching many workersAverage salaries are increasing, but millions in Spain are still earning close to €1,000 a month and regional and gender gaps remain wide Spain’s wages are continuing to rise on paper, helped in part by repeated increases to the minimum wage.. 29/05/2026

Cartagena Port gains ground despite global uncertaintyDespite all the noise in global trade, Cartagena continues to perform well compared to other Spanish ports, with increases in cargo volumes and exports At the end of the first four months of 2026, activity at the Port of has continued to hold its.. 29/05/2026

Why does living in the sun not automatically mean feeling less stressed?There’s a fantasy most Northern Europeans have, that moving somewhere sunny fixes everything. For Brits and Germans its Spain and Australia. For Parisians, it’s the Riviera. There’s certainly a happiness that can be found in blue skies and..

Until June 28 Art exhibition by Kihong Chung in San JavierSUM (Aliento) shows a blend of oriental and contemporary styles at the San Javier museum Korean artist Kihong Chung, who now resides in Cartagena, is exhibiting a selection of her work under the title SUM (Aliento) at the Museo de San Javier until 28th June..

Spanish morning show mistakes Irish comedy sketch for genuine sunburn competitionAnyone who has spent a summer in Spain will understand exactly why Spanish television thought the sketch might actually be real Ireland is experiencing a heatwave at the moment, and in between articles about how the country is somehow hotter than.. 29/05/2026

Águilas instals awnings along the seafront Blue TrailRespite from the summer sun for those walking along the Águilas coastline this summer The Town Hall of Águilas has completed work to install awnings at two points located along the “12.000 Pasos Tres Bahías” Blue Trail.. 29/05/2026

Foreign workers in Murcia earn €8,500 less than Spanish employeesOne in six workers in the Region of Murcia is now foreign, according to Social Security figures Foreign workers in the Region of Murcia are earning an average of €8,500 less per year than their Spanish counterparts, according to newly released.. 29/05/2026

San Javier unveils new green area designed to help prevent floodingThe Vereda del Vinco project combines flood protection with accessible green spaces and play areas San Javier has just completed a new €550,000 flood prevention project designed to help manage heavy rainfall and reduce flooding in one of the.. 28/05/2026

Rescued loggerhead turtle heads back into the sea at CalblanqueThe first adult loggerhead turtle of the year treated at the El Valle Wildlife Recovery Centre was returned to the Mediterranean The adult female turtle was spotted swimming at the surface near the La Azohía tuna trap fishery. Staff raised.. 28/05/2026

Re-wilding completed on the path up to the Pico del Aguilica in ÁguilasA charming walk with an immensely rewarding view over the beaches and town centre of Águilas A project has just been completed by the Town Hall of Águilas concerning the re-wilding of the path leading up to the Pico del Aguilica, a charming.. 28/05/2026

What do Real Madrid do after the season ends? Hint: it's in a small Murcia town!Alhama de Murcia will host the Real Madrid Foundation's summer camp for the first time The Real Madrid Foundation will officially bring its summer camp to Alhama de Murcia for the first time. The summer camp will run from June 29 to July 3.. 28/05/2026

Calima and temperatures up to 37 degrees: Murcia weekend weather forecast May 28-31Be sure to keep that suncream to hand – you’re going to need it every day from now on! To close out the month of May in style, there will be torrid night-time temperatures this weekend for the Region of Murcia, along with soaring temps.. 28/05/2026

Caring for elderly relatives in Spain could unlock extra financial supportFrom monthly payments to pension protection and home adaptation grants, carers may be entitled to more help than they realise Looking after an elderly or dependent family member can place huge emotional and financial pressure on families, especially when.. 28/05/2026

New sports facilities on the beaches of ÁguilasBetter equipment and infrastructures could lead to more Águilas beach sports tournaments The local Town Hall has completed a project to improve the sports equipment on beaches in Águilas, encouraging healthy activities among both residents.. 28/05/2026

Muslim community in Murcia forced to pray in car park again after sports centre banThe Jumilla Islamic community described the situation as “shameful and humiliating” after being barred from using municipal sports facilities Hundreds of Muslims living in Jumilla were once again forced to celebrate one of the most important.. 28/05/2026

Cheap fuel craze continues in Murcia with the opening of new low-cost filling stationsThe budget Plenergy fuel brand is aiming to expand to 500 stations across Spain by 2027 The low-cost petrol station boom in the Region of Murcia shows no signs of slowing down, with Plenergy opening two more service stations in Murcia and Cartagena.. 28/05/2026

Murcia government to clamp down on wastewater dumping and coastal pollutionThe long-awaited regulation will tighten controls on pollution entering the sea, covering wastewater plants, desalination facilities and industrial sites Murcia is preparing a new regional law to regulate pollution that flows into the sea from.. 27/05/2026

British landlords in Spain may have overpaid tax since BrexitHere's how to claim back before it's too late Thousands of British property owners renting out across Spain may have been overpaying tax since Brexit – not through any error of their own, but due to a rule that a Spanish.. 27/05/2026

Espacio Mediterráneo brings K-Pop magic to Cartagena for its 19th anniversaryA colourful month of workshops, dance, prizes and a big finale show is underway at the shopping centre The K-Pop universe has landed in Cartagena, and Espacio Mediterráneo is the place to be. The shopping centre is celebrating its 19th anniversary.. 27/05/2026