Ardales, Malaga

Ardales is situated in an area that borders on the Ronda Mountains, the Antequera countryside and the Guadalhorce Valley, and is very rich in architecture, archaeological remains and natural resources. The town has a medieval flavour about it, dominated by a castle and a church in the typical mountain village style, and is rich in architecture and archaeological remains, both in and around the town.

The village, of Arabic origin, lies at the foot of the rock which bears its name and is typically Andalusian, with its narrow streets and white houses.It is 62.5 kilometres from the city of Malaga and its urban district is 454 metres above sea level. It's population is approximately 2,700.

Getting there:

To get to Ardales leave Malaga by the A-357 in the direction of Cartama, which is the first village you will pass through. No turn is necessary as this road leads straight to Ardales.

Sightseeing:

Castillo de la Pena
Church of Nuestra Senora de los Remedios
Parque Ardales Museum
Los Gaitanes Gorge
Ardales Cave
Bobastro ruins - rock church

Tourist Information:

Address: Town Hall, Plaza de la Constitucion, 1 (29550), Ardales, Malaga
Telephone: 34 - 952 45 80 87 Fax: 34 - 952 45 81 69


Important Telephone Nos:

Council 34 - 952 45 80 87
Guardia Civil 34 - 952 45 82 75
Ambulatorio 34 - 952 45 82 75