BIOSPHERE RESERVE

CABO DE GATA-NIJAR

 

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DESCRIPTION

Nature
The Cabo de Gata-Níjar Biosphere Reserve is a sub-desert, steppe and marine volcanic complex and has been included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves for its unique physical and natural conditions in the European continent.
Its landscapes are dominated by shrub communities of jujube, Mediterranean dwarf palm and Periploca laevigata, and by scrubland grasslands where esparto grass and winter thyme take centre stage. Reptiles such as the ocellated lizard and the Greek tortoise are found in fascinating


Human activity
The inhabitants of the area lands have adapted to the complex environment, creating a traditional system of use of natural resources based around fishing, livestock, agriculture and plants for materials, such as esparto.
The mining, salt flats and Phoenician fishing industries have been present for centuries, but have modernised and improved traditional procedures in recent years, making the area ever more appealing for tourism.


Culture
There is plenty of evidence of Almeria´s cultural heritage. For example, the use of natural resources in a rather adverse environment is ingenious: water irrigation channels, mills, water wheels and wells are still standing.
Other points of interest are the castles of San Andrés and San Juan de los Terreros, in Carboneras and Pulpí, respectively; and the castles of Los Escullos and San Pedro, in Níjar. Also recommended are La Casa de los Volcanes Ecomuseum Geotourism Centre in Rodalquilar, and the Torre (Tower) de Mesa Roldán in Carboneras.


OTHER PROTECTED AREAS

DATA SHEET
  • Provinces Almería
  • Municipalities Almeria, Carboneras, Nijar
  • Total area 49.512,00 ha.
  • Declaration Date 05 - November - 1997
  • Planning tools

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ACTIVITIES

Without a doubt, one of the most popular activities in the Sierra de Grazalema is hiking. The natural park has about twenty routes, all of which show off the natural and cultural diversity of this protected area. Two particularly good routes are the signposted trail of Llanos de Líbar, which covers 19 kilometres of this striking landscape, and that of El Pinsapar, which traverses through amazingly preserved fir forests.

Water sports are available in the area: a canoe trip in the Zahara de la Sierra reservoir, for example, gliding under the watchful eye of an imposing rock face.

Another option is to explore the deepest depths of the earth, taking in the magnificent crevices formed by the action of water in this limestone landscape. Caving in the Cueva de Gato * or in the Hundidero * is also an unforgettable experience, where you will encounter stalactites, stalagmites and all kinds of underground formations. Canyoning too, is an excellent activity available here, involving thrilling descents down riverbeds. One of the best places to undertake this adventure is in the Garganta Verde *, where you will marvel at fascinating landscapes from an unbeatable perspective.

(*) Activities that require authorisation from the Natural Park.

This natural protected area is affiliated with the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism , whose associated projects can be found by clicking here .


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BRAND NATURAL PARK OF ANDALUCIA
APARTAMENTOS DELAMAR

Alojamiento en apartamento turístico, grupo conjunto, categoría 1 llave, modalidad playa, “Apartamentos Delamar”

C/ Corbeta, 2 Bis.

04140 Carboneras (Almería)

619 050 608

gestionesturisticasalsur@gmail.com

https://alsurgestion.com/

CAMPING LOS ESCULLOS

Accommodation in a top-rated campsite

Complejo Turístico Paraje Los Escullos

04118 Los Escullos. Níjar (Almería)

950389811

gerencia@losescullossanjose.com

http://www.losescullossanjose.com

CLEAR KAJAK

Active tourism

Playa de San José s/n

04000 Níjar (Almería)

info@clearkajak

http://clearkayak.es/

ECOÁGATA

Rutas de esnorkel y rutas de educación ambiental

C/ Islas Cíes, 19

04150 Almería (Almería)

600 39 07 35

info@ecoagata.com

https://ecoagata.es/

HAPPY KAYAK

Canoeing routes

Urb. Cortijos del Sotillo, C/ Luna 6-10.

04118 San José-Níjar (Almería)

680368086

info@happykayak.com

http://www.happykayak.com

HOTEL CORTIJO EL SOTILLO

(1) Hotel Cortijo El Sotillo: accommodation and catering in a 4 * rural hotel (2) Baby goat

Ctra. San José, s/n

04118 San José-Níjar (Almería)

hotel@cortijoelsotillo.com

http://www.cortijoelsotillo.es

HOTEL DE NATURALEZA RODALQUILAR

Accommodation and catering

Paraje de Los Albacetes s/n

04115 Rodalquilar (Almería)

950389838

info@hotelrodalquilar.com

http://www.hotelrodalquilar.com

HOTELES MC SAN JOSÉ

Accommodation in 4 * Hotel and Restaurant

C/ Faro, 2.

04118 San José-Níjar (Almería)

950611111

reservas@hotelesmcsanjose.com

http://www.hotelesmcsanjose.com

INDALOSUB

Diving centre and school, 18 underwater routes

C/ Babor, 8

04118 San José-Níjar (Almería)

950380004

info@isubsanjose.com

http://www.isubsanjose.com

J-126, RUTAS DE NATURALEZA

31 hiking trails, 9 off-road routes, 10 bus routes

Avda. de San José, 27

04118 San José-Níjar (Almería)

950380299

info@cabodegata-nijar.com

https://visitacabodegata.com/

KAYAKSUR CABO DE GATA

Rutas en kayak, snorkel, rutas de senderismo

Calle Austria, nº35, portal 2,2ºA.

4009 Almería (Almería)

info@kayaksur.es

https://www.kayaksur.es/

MEDIALUNAVENTURA OCIO Y AVENTURA S.L

Active tourism

C/ del Puerto, 7.

04118 San José-Níjar (Almería)

950380462

medialunaventura@gmail.com

https://medialunaventura.com/

NATURES.S.COOP.AND

Geo-Hiking and astrotourism routes

Centro de visitantes El Robledo, Ctra. Constantina- El Pedroso, Km 1. Punto de información Las Sirenas. Faro de Cabo de Gata-Níjar, Almería. Aula de Naturaleza Cortijo Paredes, Ctra. AL-3404 Abla-Ohanes, Km.20.

41450 Constantina, Sevilla. 04100 Níjar, Almería. 04520, Abrucena, Almería (Sevilla-Almería)

954711456

natures@natures.es

http://www.natures.es

PITA AVENTURA TURISMO ACTIVO

Active tourism

Plaza del Mar, Local n.º 7

04131 El Toyo. Retamar (Almería)

95752050

info@pita-aventura.com

https://www.pita-aventura.com/

PRODUCTOS ECOLÓGICOS DEL SUR

Fruit and vegetables

C/ Sevilla, 84

04410 Benahadux (Almería)

950952997

informacion@ecosur.com

http://www.ecosur.com

SUBPARKE

Multi-adventure climbing, 10 hiking routes, 3 by vehicle, 2 by boat, 22 submarines and 2 in canoes.

Alambique nº.6. Planta 1ª Puerta B.

04115 Rodalquilar Níjar. Almería (Almería)

670341564

subparkecomercial@gmail.es

http://www.subparke.es

TOYO AVENTURA

Rutas en kayak

Ctra. Cuevas de los Úbeda, parcela 160

04130 El Alquian (Almería)

699431602

toyoaventura@gmail.com

https://www.toyoaventura.es/

ZONAKTIVA

Active tourism

Camping Náutico La Caleta

04116 Las Negras Níjar (Almería)

info@zonaktiva.com, reservas@zonaktiva.com

http://www.zonaktiva.com

AGENDA

Go to our visitor centres, information points and ecomuseums to get the most out of your visit.

Follow the recommendations and comply with the regulations at all times

Respect the facilities put at your disposal. We all pay for its maintenance.

Help prevent fires. Do not throw cigarettes or any other object that produces combustion.

Trash doesn't come back alone. Take it with you to the nearest container. Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Noise is another form of pollution. In silence you will enjoy your experience more.

Live respectfully with the locals and other users. Respect private property.

Facilitate use for people with special needs.

By consuming local products and counting on local companies, you will contribute to rural development.

Practice responsible tourism and committed to the environment. Be a true ecotourist!

Never leave your pet in the wild. It would endanger the flora and fauna of the place.

Get around in a sustainable way: public transport, bicycle, on foot, electric or shared vehicle ... Park in the designated places

Do not leave a trace of your passage through nature. The best memory you can take with you is your own photograph.

Your safety is our concern, but it is your responsibility.

The conservation of natural spaces is also in your hands. Thank you for your collaboration!

GOOD PRACTICES
PUBLICATIONS
ALMERIA (ALMERÍA)

Feria y fiestas en honor a la Virgen del Mar Finales de agosto
CARBONERAS (ALMERÍA)

Fiestas de Moros y Cristianos 10 al 13 de junio
NIJAR (ALMERÍA)

Fiestas Patronales en honor a San Sebastián 20 de enero

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