Cabo de Gata Almeria
Cabo De Gata has the largest terrestrial-maritime reserve among the European countries with
breathtaking natural reserve near Almeria in Spain. The Nijar natural Park in Cabo De Gata is in
the European Western Mediterranean Sea which easily covers 460 kms and includes the mountain
ranges of Sierra De Cabo De Gata the town of Carboneras and the 120 km stretch of the sea as
part of the Marine Reserve.
Cabo de Gata Wildlife
The strong personality of the natural reserve beautifies this volcanic origin. Because of
its volcanic origin and demanding local climatic conditions you will find variations in the
landscape like sharp points, peaks, domes and crests. Cabo De Gata is a stopping place for
almost 140 migratory birds like the flamingoes, fishing eagles among the others.
These migratory birds stop while on their way between Europe and Africa.
Because of its volcanic soil, it is a haven for natural vegetation of bioclimatic thermo Mediterranean soil.
Some of the protected areas listed are, "Wetland of International Importance, a Area of special
protection for birds, in 1997 was declared as a Biosphere reserve and in the year 2001 "Protected
Area Mediterranean Importance".
Torism and Cabo de Gata Almeria
You can take part in various activities like hiking, visiting diving centers, biking and boat
trips. One of the attractions that you will enjoy at the nature park is under sea diving.
Cabo de Gata has a semi-arid climate with the average temperature hovering at 18 degrees
celsius along with the lowest rainfall in the whole of Europe. Despite its harsh climatic
conditions and isolated location, it is a tourist's paradise. Although there are thousands
of tourists visiting the area The Natural Park curbs and keeps residential growth under
control.
The closest towns are Carboneras which is at the eastern side of the park; Nijar is outside
the protected area and inland from the coast and the main village on the coast is San Jose
de Nijar.
We recommend using Almeria Car Hire to visit this beautiful area.
