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Gérgal

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Gérgal

Gérgal is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Olula de Castro, 12km from Tabernas Desert.

Gérgal is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 1,080, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Gérgal 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 Gérgal to your route.

About Gérgal

Gérgal is a municipality of Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain. The town is located at the foot of the southern side of the Sierra de Los Filabres.

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Where is Gérgal located?

Gérgal is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 37.1189 latitude, -2.5401 longitude.

What is the population of Gérgal?

Gérgal has a population of approximately 1,080 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
1,080
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.1189, -2.5401

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 Gérgal

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Tabernas Desert

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

12 km · about 25 min 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.

18 km · about 20 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.

40 km · about 45 min drive

national park

Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park

A volcanic desert coastline of hidden coves, dunes and ochre cliffs that's one of Spain's wildest unspoiled shores.

54 km · about 60 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Faro de Cabo de Gata

A clifftop lighthouse above the jagged Arrecife de las Sirenas reef, a stunning sunset stop on Almería's volcanic coast.

54 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Gérgal

  • 18 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.
  • 40 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.
  • 54 kmFaro de Cabo de GataA clifftop lighthouse above the jagged Arrecife de las Sirenas reef, a stunning sunset stop on Almería's volcanic coast.
  • 61 kmMojácar PuebloA cascade of brilliant-white cubic houses tumbling down a hill above the Almería coast, with sweeping sea views.
  • 74 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 Gérgal.

Olula de Castro

🇪🇸 Spain

9 km awayPop. 148

Castro de Filabres

🇪🇸 Spain

11 km awayPop. 158

Alsodux

🇪🇸 Spain

14 km awayPop. 127

Velefique

🇪🇸 Spain

15 km awayPop. 246

Alhabia

🇪🇸 Spain

15 km awayPop. 681

Tabernas

🇪🇸 Spain

15 km awayPop. 3,241

Terque

🇪🇸 Spain

16 km awayPop. 447

Santa Fe de Mondújar

🇪🇸 Spain

16 km awayPop. 429

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