Spain’s first Startup Village is putting empty homes back on the map
In south-eastern Galicia, one small municipality is trying to make rural life feel possible again.
Almería's "Western Leone" film village is up for sale again
A truly unique property has returned to the market in Almería. Located in the Tabernas Desert, Western Leone is a recreation of an Old West town that has served as a backdrop for films, television productions and advertising campaigns for decades. Built on land associated with legendary director Sergio Leone, the site is once again listed on idealista for €1.6 million, after a previous attempt to sell it following the pandemic at an asking price of around €2.5 million.
The most beautiful medieval villages in Spain
It's always a good time to plan a getaway, leave your usual surroundings behind and take a break from the daily routine.
4 white villages in Cádiz for a September getaway
The Sierra de Cádiz mountains offer a different kind of getaway in September, with a short yet highly photogenic route through four white villages: Zahara de la Sierra, Grazalema, Setenil de las Bodegas and Olvera.
Charming, little-known coastal towns in Spain
We take a journey along the Spanish coastline to discover a selection of coastal towns with plenty of character that may still be flying under the radar.Leaving behind some of the country's busiest seaside destinations, we explore a collection of lesser-known villages often overshadowed by more famo
Three abandoned villages left to ruin in Alicante
Alicante is best known for its beaches, pleasant climate and Mediterranean holiday destinations, but the province's inland areas reveal a very different side of its heritage.
Mediterranean-style villa with direct beach access for sale in Mojácar
Some homes are sold, while others are experienced. This villa on Mojácar’s Paseo del Mediterráneo firmly belongs in the latter category, thanks to its direct access to the beach. Listed on idealista for €1.75 million, the Mediterranean-style property combines a prime seafront location with bright, east-facing interiors that capture natural light throughout the day and offer sea views from inside the home.
Most beautiful white villages in Andalusia and southern Spain
Southern Spain has plenty going for it: long summers, layered history and some of the most characterful towns in the country.
Arbancón: bargain housing and rural repopulation an hour from Madrid
Arbancón, in the province of Guadalajara, is a small Spanish village that is actively looking for new residents.
Beautiful historic villages in Spain with homes from €25,000
Besalú, La Alberca, Aínsa and Albarracín share more than just beauty – all are listed historic-artistic sites with some of Spain’s most striking old quarters. Selected properties in these locations start at €25,000 – offering a rare chance to buy in places rich in heritage and rural charm. Ideal for a lifestyle change or investment in a unique setting.
Catalonia’s northernmost village has fewer than 100 residents
Catalonia is a land of varied landscapes – stretching from the Mediterranean to the Pyrenees across more than 32,000 km².
Montsonís: the medieval village with an inhabited castle
This small Catalan town, with barely 70 inhabitants, preserves stone streets, a fortress over a thousand years old and legends that remain alive underground.Follow idealista/news on the WhatsApp channel (in Spanish)Some places still retain the essence of the past.
Bagà, the medieval village in the Pyrenees, 1 hour from Barcelona
Disconnecting and stepping back in time is closer than you might think.
Spain’s southernmost town is past Tarifa and further south than Cairo
Spain is one of the most geographically diverse countries in Europe. More than 2,000 kilometres separate the Atlantic landscapes of the north from the volcanic terrain of the Canary Islands. When thinking of the southernmost town in Spain, many point to Tarifa.
Spain’s historic villages where you can buy a home from €25,000
Spain is packed with picturesque villages, but not all hold official Historic-Artistic Site status.
4 abandoned villages in Málaga left without residents
The province of Málaga is known for its coastline and vibrant white villages, but it also has a less visible side: that of abandoned villages that, for various reasons, were left without inhabitants.
Tabarca Island: the perfect Costa Blanca day trip
Tabarca Island is the only inhabited island in the Valencian Community and sits around 8 kilometres off the coast in Alicante province. It’s small enough to walk across in under an hour, yet packed with history, clear water and low-key Mediterranean charm.
Alicante’s most beautiful towns on the coast
The province of Alicante stretches along more than 200 kilometres of Mediterranean coastline, forming what’s known as the Costa Blanca.
The tiny Spanish village offering a free house, a job and a new life
In sparsely populated inland Spain, the village of Arenillas is testing a very direct response to rural decline.
Seeking more than sunshine: why buyers are flocking to Spain’s villages in 2026
For decades, Spain’s property market has been synonymous with sunshine, sea views and resort living. But in 2026, a noticeable shift is taking place.
The Galician town with the best food, according to "Viajar" magazine
Named by Viajar magazine as the Galician village with the best food, Combarro sits on the Pontevedra estuary and has fewer than 1,500 inhabitants. Here, there are no tourist menus or fancy presentations.
The little Basque Manchester near San Sebastián
Just a 15-minute drive from San Sebastián is a town known as the "little Basque Manchester".
Two Spanish towns among the best in the world for tourism
Two Spanish communities made the UN’s Best Tourism Villages for 2025.
Four new villages added to Spain’s Most Beautiful Villages list
One of the great joys of living in Spain is that the country is full of charming villages. The downside is that with so much variety, it can be hard to decide which ones to visit.
Five charming medieval Spanish villages with affordable properties
Some people enjoy weekend breaks in medieval villages – others dream of living in one or buying a second home. If that sounds like you, read on. Here we highlight a selection of medieval villages with affordable houses for sale, including Alpuente in Valencia, once a Taifa stronghold defended by El Cid, and Cacabelos in the heart of El Bierzo in León.