Algarrobo Fiesta of the Quema 2024
The Fiesta de la Quema in September in Algarrobo
Here’s what you’ll find out about the Fiesta de la Quema in Algarrobo :
- A few words about Algarrobo
- The dates of the Fiesta
- The Fiesta programme
- Where is Algarrobo?
- What to do in Algarrobo
- Booking accommodation
- Useful links
A few words about Algarrobo
Algarrobo is an authentic white village in Axarquia, in the province of Malaga. Saint John’s Eve is traditionally celebrated in Algarrobo Costa.
If you want to know more about the village, you can find all the information on the link visit Algarrobo.
Dates of the Fiesta de la Quema of Algarrobo
The Fiesta will take place from 20 to 22 September 2024.
This Fiesta de la Quema in Algarrobo commemorates a historical event: the rebellion of the inhabitants against the Napoleonic troops.
At the time, Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte appointed his brother Joseph Bonaparte King of Spain (and Naples). This occupation at the beginning of the 1800s was to prove an ordeal for Napoleon’s troops.
Following an ambush on the Napoleonic troops, the French governor of Malaga gave the order to burn down the village… which was saved in extremis by a villager.
The 2023 programme for the Fiesta de la Quema in Algarrobo
Where is Algarrobo?
What to do in Algarrobo?
In the surroundings of the village, it is possible to find very nice activities:
- horse riding, on the beach or in the mountains
- diving in Nerja and Torrox
- white villages Tour from Nerja
- via ferrata (Caminito del Rey,…)
- hiking (El Saltillo with the hanging bridge,…)
- tropical fruit Tour from Nerja, Torrox and Torre del Mar
- canyoning in the rio Verde
- astrotourism
- snorkeling in Nerja and Torrox
- visit of caves
Use the following link to access all the activities to do. during your holidays. This link provides you with all the details of each activity.
Book accommodation
Below, you will find live rentals or accommodation available in Algarrobo and the surrounding area
Booking.com
Some useful links (car hire, ideas for visits)
Easy and economical bookings
And finally, here are some other experiences to do around Algarrobo
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