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Illar

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Illar

Illar is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Terque, 20km from Tabernas Desert.

Illar is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 415, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Illar 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 Illar to your route.

About Illar

Illar is a municipality in the Almería province, an autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain.

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Where is Illar located?

Illar is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 36.9856 latitude, -2.6387 longitude.

What is the population of Illar?

Illar has a population of approximately 415 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
415
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
36.9856, -2.6387

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 Illar

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.

20 km · about 25 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.

34 km · about 40 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.

35 km · about 40 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.

49 km · about 55 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.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Illar

  • 34 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.
  • 35 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.
  • 49 kmFaro de Cabo de GataA clifftop lighthouse above the jagged Arrecife de las Sirenas reef, a stunning sunset stop on Almería's volcanic coast.
  • 65 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.
  • 72 kmMojácar PuebloA cascade of brilliant-white cubic houses tumbling down a hill above the Almería coast, with sweeping sea views.

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

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