Axarquía · White village
Canillas de Aceituno
A mountain village beneath the Sierra Tejeda, with walking from the door.
- Population
- 1,722
- Area
- 42.1 km²
- Málaga Airport
- ~76 min
- Málaga city
- ~57 min
- Coordinates
- 36.87°N · 4.08°W
The feel
Canillas de Aceituno is a white village on the southern slopes of the Sierra Tejeda, with views across the Axarquía to the sea. It is a well-known base for walking, including the route to the summit of La Maroma, and the surrounding countryside is full of olives, almonds and cork oaks. The village has a handful of bars and a strong community.
Why consider it
- Access to La Maroma and the Tejeda walks
- Panoramic views from the village
- A quiet base with the coast within reach
The property
The village is resale and renovation; country houses and plots are available. New-build is limited; access and water are key for rural land.
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