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Mojacar
Andalusia, Spain · Europe
About Mojacar
Mojacar is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Turre, 53km from Tabernas Desert.
Mojacar is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 5,154, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Mojacar 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 Mojacar to your route.
About Mojacar
Mojácar (Spanish pronunciation: [moˈxakaɾ]) is a municipality situated in the southeast of the Province of Almería (Andalucia) in southern Spain, bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It is 90 km from the capital of the province, Almería. It is an elevated mountain village displaying the traditional white colour from itsRead more
earlier days. There is also a tourist resort to the south of the town, on the coast, called Mojácar Playa.
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Where is Mojacar located?
Mojacar is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 37.1402 latitude, -1.8510 longitude.
What is the population of Mojacar?
Mojacar has a population of approximately 5,154 people, making it a town in Spain.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 5,154
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Spain
- Region
- Andalusia
- Timezone
- Europe/Madrid
- Coordinates
- 37.1402, -1.8510
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Spain
Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.
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Worth the detour from Mojacar
6 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.
51 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.
53 km · about 60 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.
55 km · about 65 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.
55 km · about 65 min drive
film location
Tabernas Desert, Almeria (Spaghetti Westerns)
Europe's only desert hosted The Good, the Bad and the Ugly and A Fistful of Dollars; the Fort Bravo and Oasys sets survive as attractions.
55 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Mojacar
5 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 51 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.
- 55 kmFaro de Cabo de GataA clifftop lighthouse above the jagged Arrecife de las Sirenas reef, a stunning sunset stop on Almería's volcanic coast.
Driving in Spain
- Drives on
- the right
- Petrol
- ~€1.55/litre
- Motorway tolls
- ~€4.00/100km
When to drive here
April to October
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