Archez, Malaga

Archez lies 51 kilometres from Malaga and 25 kilometres from the coast at Torre del Mar, at an altitude of 435 metres. The village is located on the foothills of the Sierra Almijara within the area of Axarquia, on the scenic Mudejar Route, and has a population of 400.

Archez lies within a beautiful valley setting with a natural arena. Within this arena various fiestas are held throughout the year and also a very popular summer blues festival.

Adjoined to the parish church of Nuestra Senora de la Encarnacion, which is a 16th century Mudejar building on the previous site of a mosque, is a minaret dating from the 13th century preserved in perfect condition.

Getting there:

You can get to Archez by the Mediterranean Expressway (A-7) from any point on the Costa del Sol. Near Velez Malaga turn towards Algarrobo on the A-6203 and continue on to Sayalonga and immediately afterwards take the MA-115, which goes to Archez.

Sightseeing:

Church of Nuestra Senora de la Encarnacion
Plaza Andalucia market
Dona Fidela Mill

Tourist Information:

Address: Town Hall, Calle Clara Campoamor, 1 (29753), Archez, Malaga
Telephone: 34 - 952 55 31 59 Fax: 34 - 952 55 30 19
Web: www.archez.es

Important Tel Nos:

Council 34 - 952 55 31 59
Bomberos 34 - 952 50 05 29
Guardia Civil 34 - 952 51 60 25