Axarquía · White village
Arenas
A white village with a castle and views down to the sea.
- Population
- 1,249
- Area
- 26.3 km²
- Málaga Airport
- ~71 min
- Málaga city
- ~52 min
- Coordinates
- 36.82°N · 4.04°W
The feel
Arenas sits on a ridge in the Axarquía, with the remains of a Moorish castle at its highest point and views that stretch from the Sierra Tejeda to the Mediterranean. The village is quiet and traditional, with narrow streets, a parish church and a strong agricultural surrounding. It is a good base for walking and for exploring the eastern Axarquía.
Why consider it
- Castle ruins and panoramic views
- A quiet, traditional village
- Close to Vélez-Málaga and the coast
The property
The village is resale and renovation; country houses and land are available on the edges. New-build is limited and should be checked against local planning rules.
Best for
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