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Oria

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Oria

Oria is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Partaloa, 50km from Tabernas Desert.

Oria is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 2,402, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Oria 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 Oria to your route.

About Oria

Oria is a municipality of Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain. Oria has a basilica, built in 1767. https://es.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Bas%C3%ADlica_de_Nuestra_Se%C3%B1ora_de_las_Mercedes_(Oria)&oldid=163717822

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Where is Oria located?

Oria is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 37.4853 latitude, -2.2929 longitude.

What is the population of Oria?

Oria has a population of approximately 2,402 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
2,402
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.4853, -2.2929

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 Oria

3 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.

30 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Tabernas Desert

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

50 km · about 60 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Mojácar Pueblo

A cascade of brilliant-white cubic houses tumbling down a hill above the Almería coast, with sweeping sea views.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Oria

  • 30 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 kmMojácar PuebloA cascade of brilliant-white cubic houses tumbling down a hill above the Almería coast, with sweeping sea views.
  • 74 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.

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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