June 11 Free Marina de Cope walking tour on the coast of Aguilas

Explore the wonderful coastline of the unspoilt plain in eastern Águilas

This walk takes place in the spectacular countryside of the regional park of Cabo Cope, allowing participants to enjoy the natural scenery on offer, as well as walking past nesting areas for different bird species, Roman remains and even a natural warm water spring.

Comfortable clothing and footwear, a hat, sun cream and drinking water are recommended.

The 4.7-kilometre walk begins at 9.30 at the Restaurante El Pocico in La Marina de Cope (coordinates 37.469325, -1.499722, at kilometre 11 on the RM-D14 road), and usually lasts approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. The first leg is a short drive to Playa Galera, and the walk then runs south to Playa Pocico del Animal.

Bookings should be made online through the regional tourist board here as of approximately one month prior to the date of the event. Further information is available from Carlos Rael on +34 662 047 864.

Further information is available from the tourist office (Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, telephone +34 968 493285, email turismo@aguilas.es), where staff will also be happy to offer advice on where to enjoy a good lunch out in the town!

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