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Baza

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Baza

Baza sits on the route: 15 minutes from Caniles, 50km from Sierra de Cazorla Natural Park.

Baza is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 23,359, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Baza sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Baza to your route.

About Baza

The Co-Cathedral of Baza, also known as the Colegiata de Nuestra Señora Santa María de la Encarnación, is the main Roman Catholic church in Baza, Province of Granada, Spain. Begun in 1529 atop the site of a mosque, the initial Gothic architecture building collapsed after an earthquake two years later. It was

Read more elaborately rebuilt in a Renaissance style by 1549. The church has a tall bell-tower with an octagonal lantern.

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Baza offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Baza located?

Baza is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 37.4907 latitude, -2.7726 longitude.

What is the population of Baza?

Baza has a population of approximately 23,359 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
23,359
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.4907, -2.7726

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

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Worth the detour from Baza

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

mountain pass

Alto de Velefique

A twisting road through the semi-desert landscape of Almería province, gaining fame as a Vuelta a España climb and a hidden gem for motorcycle touring.

44 km · about 50 min drive

mountain pass

Puerto de la Ragua

The highest paved pass in Andalusia at 2041m, crossing the Sierra Nevada between the Alpujarras and the Marquesado with arid Mediterranean mountain scenery.

46 km · about 55 min drive

national park

Sierra de Cazorla Natural Park

Spain's largest protected area, a rugged maze of pine-forested peaks and the source of the Guadalquivir river.

50 km · about 60 min drive

natural wonder

Tabernas Desert

Europe's only true desert, the spaghetti-western backdrop where Sergio Leone filmed the Dollars trilogy.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Baza

  • 44 kmAlto de VelefiqueA twisting road through the semi-desert landscape of Almería province, gaining fame as a Vuelta a España climb and a hidden gem for motorcycle touring.
  • 46 kmPuerto de la RaguaThe highest paved pass in Andalusia at 2041m, crossing the Sierra Nevada between the Alpujarras and the Marquesado with arid Mediterranean mountain scenery.
  • 71 kmPico Veleta RoadEurope's highest paved road climbs from Granada past the Sierra Nevada ski station toward the 3,396 m Veleta summit, with hairpins above the clouds and views to the Mediterranean.

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Baza.

Caniles

🇪🇸 Spain

7 km awayPop. 4,060

Zújar

🇪🇸 Spain

8 km awayPop. 2,597

Freila

🇪🇸 Spain

13 km awayPop. 1,051

Benamaurel

🇪🇸 Spain

14 km awayPop. 2,293

Cortes de Baza

🇪🇸 Spain

18 km awayPop. 2,354

Cuevas del Campo

🇪🇸 Spain

19 km awayPop. 2,040

Gor

🇪🇸 Spain

22 km awayPop. 1,025

Alcóntar

🇪🇸 Spain

23 km awayPop. 669

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