Melanie’s Guidebook to Competa Area
City/town information
A beautiful whitewashed Andalusian village set amidst the majestic mountains of the Sierra Almijara, with its Moorish roots, evident in the style of the architecture, with its winding, narrow cobbled streets and ancient squares, spend time wandering around the village & discover its magical tranquility.
The Heart of the village is dominated by its 16th Century Church of La Asuncion which is surrounded by the delightful Plaza Almijara with its street cafes & restaurants.
Two further plazas can be found further up the village, Plaza Vendemia, where a small number of bar /restaurants are located, and it smaller counterpart, Plaza del Carmen nestled in the maze of narrow streets , where two lively local bars are located. (Cafe Bar Chico, Bar David), both serve great tapas.
Competa village has a large municipal swimming pool, and sports hall for indoor sports such as badminton, as well as paddle and tennis courts, hire-able at a small fee.
Many traditional events take place in this busy village throughout the year including the famous grape festival (Noche del Vino) in August and its Feria (Fair) during July .
The village is a 20-minute drive from the coast (Algarrobo Costa), and a 50 minute car journey to/from Malaga airport.
Its neighbouring, popular towns and villages of Torrox Pueblo, Frigiliana, Nerja, Velez Malaga and Rincon de La Victoria and of course Malaga city are all close by and accessible.
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Cómpeta
A beautiful whitewashed Andalusian village set amidst the majestic mountains of the Sierra Almijara, with its Moorish roots, evident in the style of the architecture, with its winding, narrow cobbled streets and ancient squares, spend time wandering around the village & discover its magical tranquility.
The Heart of the village is dominated by its 16th Century Church of La Asuncion which is surrounded by the delightful Plaza Almijara with its street cafes & restaurants.
Two further plazas can be found further up the village, Plaza Vendemia, where a small number of bar /restaurants are located, and it smaller counterpart, Plaza del Carmen nestled in the maze of narrow streets , where two lively local bars are located. (Cafe Bar Chico, Bar David), both serve great tapas.
Competa village has a large municipal swimming pool, and sports hall for indoor sports such as badminton, as well as paddle and tennis courts, hire-able at a small fee.
Many traditional events take place in this busy village throughout the year including the famous grape festival (Noche del Vino) in August and its Feria (Fair) during July .
The village is a 20-minute drive from the coast (Algarrobo Costa), and a 50 minute car journey to/from Malaga airport.
Its neighbouring, popular towns and villages of Torrox Pueblo, Frigiliana, Nerja, Velez Malaga and Rincon de La Victoria and of course Malaga city are all close by and accessible.
Food scene
Beautiful traditionally designed restaurant with open air terraces in the summer. Fabulous food and host , Paco and his team.
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El Cortijo
6 Av. de CanillasBeautiful traditionally designed restaurant with open air terraces in the summer. Fabulous food and host , Paco and his team.
Lovely, tasteful and traditional restaurant, hosted by Dani and his team. Fabulous Sunday lunch in cooler months. Always good quality food and service.
The restaurant has different levels and views over the village.
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Restaurante El Pilón
1 Calle LaberintoLovely, tasteful and traditional restaurant, hosted by Dani and his team. Fabulous Sunday lunch in cooler months. Always good quality food and service.
The restaurant has different levels and views over the village.
Situated in the main square, Casa Paco. Nice for breakfast, lunch and diner.
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Taberna Restaurante Casa Paco
6 Plaza AlmijaraSituated in the main square, Casa Paco. Nice for breakfast, lunch and diner.
Another nice restaurant. Great Menu del Dia!
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Restaurante El Pampano
52 Av. de NerjaAnother nice restaurant. Great Menu del Dia!
Busy little bar serving great reasonably priced food and tapas sharing plates. Very busy on market day, Saturday.
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Bar Restaurante La Esquina de Miguel
Plaza de la AxarquiaBusy little bar serving great reasonably priced food and tapas sharing plates. Very busy on market day, Saturday.
First bar/restaurant as you come in to the village of Competa. Lovely tapas sharing plates. Fabulous Menu del Dia. Always a good chefon duty!
Bar Restaurante Lorena
8 Avenida de SayalongaFirst bar/restaurant as you come in to the village of Competa. Lovely tapas sharing plates. Fabulous Menu del Dia. Always a good chefon duty!
A great little local bar situated on the smaller square of Plaza del Carmen. Always busy, especially on Saturdays. Serve great tapas.
Café Bar El Chico
1 Plaza del CarmenA great little local bar situated on the smaller square of Plaza del Carmen. Always busy, especially on Saturdays. Serve great tapas.
Sightseeing
Great for a visit for lunch to see the famous colourful umbrellas in Summer.
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Torrox
Great for a visit for lunch to see the famous colourful umbrellas in Summer.
Famous Nerja caves are well worth a visit to see this impressive site.
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Fundación Cueva de Nerja
Carretera de Bajada a Playa de MaroFamous Nerja caves are well worth a visit to see this impressive site.
A pretty traditional Andalusian white washed village. Enjoy the local wines and take in the views. 20-30 minutes from Competa .
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Frigiliana
A pretty traditional Andalusian white washed village. Enjoy the local wines and take in the views. 20-30 minutes from Competa .
Another set of breathtaking caves located on the coast.
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Cueva del Tesoro
21 Av. de PicassoAnother set of breathtaking caves located on the coast.
Well worth a trip . La Herradura is located in Costa Tropical. A lovely horse shoe shaped bay with lovely beaches and traditional beach restaurants, very different scenery. Around the next headland , stroll along the marina to look at the lovely boats.
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La Herradura
s/n P.º Andrés SegoviaWell worth a trip . La Herradura is located in Costa Tropical. A lovely horse shoe shaped bay with lovely beaches and traditional beach restaurants, very different scenery. Around the next headland , stroll along the marina to look at the lovely boats.
La Maroma national park (2,065m). Hiking with breathtaking views. Guided walks recommended. as its a serious climb. Circular walk , 21 km takes around 6 hours. Personal health and Safety awareness essential; especially with regard to clothing and footwear and knowledge of the terrain and localized weather.
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La Maroma
La Maroma national park (2,065m). Hiking with breathtaking views. Guided walks recommended. as its a serious climb. Circular walk , 21 km takes around 6 hours. Personal health and Safety awareness essential; especially with regard to clothing and footwear and knowledge of the terrain and localized weather.
Consejos para la ciudad
No te pierdas
COMPETA Street market every Saturday in the car park.
Road access/car park closed off . So get into the village early for parking!