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Purchena

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Purchena

Purchena is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Sierro, 34km from Tabernas Desert.

Purchena is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 1,598, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Purchena 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 Purchena to your route.

About Purchena

Purchena is a small town in Almería, southern Spain. It is situated at the foot of the Sierra de los Filabres, in the middle of the Almanzora River Valley, surrounded by woods which ascend towards the mountains, an environment which contrasts with the rest of the municipalities of the area which are set in much more

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Where is Purchena located?

Purchena is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 37.3474 latitude, -2.3608 longitude.

What is the population of Purchena?

Purchena has a population of approximately 1,598 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
1,598
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.3474, -2.3608

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 Purchena

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.

13 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Tabernas Desert

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

34 km · about 40 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.

50 km · about 60 min drive

beach

Playa de los Muertos

A pristine pebble-and-sand cove framed by volcanic cliffs in Cabo de Gata, reached by a steep cliff path.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Purchena

  • Right hereAlto 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.
  • 50 kmMojácar PuebloA cascade of brilliant-white cubic houses tumbling down a hill above the Almería coast, with sweeping sea views.
  • 61 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 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

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Purchena.

Suflí

🇪🇸 Spain

3 km awayPop. 228

Sierro

🇪🇸 Spain

4 km awayPop. 452

Armuña de Almanzora

🇪🇸 Spain

4 km awayPop. 315

Somontín

🇪🇸 Spain

5 km awayPop. 552

Macael

🇪🇸 Spain

6 km awayPop. 6,090

Urrácal

🇪🇸 Spain

6 km awayPop. 365

Olula del Río

🇪🇸 Spain

6 km awayPop. 6,244

Laroya

🇪🇸 Spain

6 km awayPop. 141

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