Iznate, Malaga

Iznate lies 29 kms from Malaga and 5 kms from the coast at Benajarafe which is midway between Rincon de la Victoria and Torre del Mar, at an altitude of 311 metres. It is situated within the area of Axarquia, on the scenic Route of Sun and Avocadao, and has a population of 1,000.

The village is surrounded by small hills and is irrigated by the River Iznate. It has wonderful panoramic views over the mountain ranges.

Of Moorish origin, the village layout has steep, narrow streets. The parish church of San Gregorio VII was built in the 16th century and houses several valuable paintings.

Getting there:

If you are coming from the Costa del Sol, take the Mediterranean Expressway A-7 (N-340) from Malaga in the direction of Motril. About 20 kms short of Velez Malaga follow the signs towards Cajiz and get onto the MA-177, which will take you to Iznate. If you are coming from Velez Malaga take the A-335 and after just two kms turn onto the MA-135 and go to Benamocarra. From that village continue on the MA-136 to Iznate.

Sightseeing:

San Gregorio VII church
Natural surroundings


Tourist Information:

Address: Town Hall, Calle Velez, 20 (29792), Iznate, Malaga
Telephone: 34 - 952 509 776 Fax: 34- 952 509 798
Web: www.iznate.es

Important Telephone Nos:

Emergency Doctor: 061
Emergency Police: 091
Council 34 - 952 50 97 76
Ambulatorio 34 - 952 50 35 05
Bomberos 34 - 952 50 05 29
Ambulance 34 - 952 50 11 71
Taxi 34 - 952 50 09 14
Guardia Civil 34 - 952 50 01 48