Spanish villages

This Andalusian village in Malaga province is known for its Moorish heritage and prime location in the Axarquia region. Its cobbled streets and houses with colourful flower pots draw you into its rich history and culture.

Spain's villages and rural areas have been suffering depopulation for decades, threatening to leave their streets and houses deserted and empty. This is why this problem has been aptly named: "Empty Spain". Around 40% of villages are at risk of depopulation.

More than 260 villages from 60 different countries applied for the United Nations Tourism Agency's 2024 'Best Tourism Villages'. Casares (Malaga), Ainsa (Huesca), Sos del Rey Catolico (Zaragoza), Cudillero (Asturias), Mura (Barcelona) and Pals (Girona) have been nominated for the Best Tourist Town award, as they are committed to responsible, sustainable and accessible tourism.

If you've ever dreamed of taking the plunge, leaving the big city, buying an old village house and renovating it, now is your time (as long as you live in Catalonia). The Generalitat has just launched a grant for renovating homes located in small villages. Its aim is to encourage residents or families who want to move in permanently to live in the area by renovating old, often vacant or dilapidated buildings. Grants can be up to €40,000.

Four years have passed since Covid fully hit our lives and began a long period of lockdowns and limited mobility, which awakened a desire in many Spaniards to leave the city behind and move to live in the countryside. This phenomenon reached its peak in the spring of 2021, when 5.8% of all contact with advertisers on idealista was for properties in towns with less than 5,000 inhabitants.

Embark on a journey to the heart of Spain's pastoral landscapes and uncover the top rural destinations that promise an authentic and enriching experience.

I feel compelled to preface this article by stressing that buying rural property in Spain has associated higher legal risks as opposed to buying urban property; specifically when it comes to buying a dwelling.

Given the difficulties finding stable and well-paid work, the high cost of housing, and the stress of living in the big city, more and more young (and not so young) people are considering leaving the big urban centres and making a radical change in their lives, moving to one of the many small villag

It is no news that Castellon is a major attraction for tourists, especially foreigners.

Do you know which village has the lowest temperature in Spain?

The depopulation of rural areas in Spain has been a growing concern in recent decades, giving rise to what is known as "empty Spain". Faced with this demographic challenge, the government and various institutions have implemented measures to encourage village life, including subsidies and grants fo

Considered a gem in the heart of Andalusia, Antequera is emerging as an ideal destination for those looking to relocate. This town, rich in historical and natural heritage, offers a lifestyle that combines tradition and city comforts.

The north of Spain is a popular destination for Spanish and international travellers.  Asturias especially has unrivalled scenic beauty, with greenery abounding throughout the year.

The Community of Madrid, spanning 8,028 km2, offers a world of contrasts from the most cosmopolitan to rural and natural environments.

Spain is the perfect country to visit any time of the year, thanks to its extraordinary culture and stunning landscapes.

Some look forward to retirement as the perfect time to fulfil their life's dreams. Buying a house on the beach or in a beautiful, quiet village where you can enjoy your retirement is becoming increasingly common.

Have you ever wondered which is Catalonia's oldest village? Its name is Ullastret, a small but captivating town of 250 inhabitants in Girona province, Catalonia. This charming spot is especially famous for its historical and cultural wealth and is a magnet for tourists and archaeology lovers.

Spain is a country rich in cultural, historical and natural diversity. Among its many attractions are its villages, which preserve the charm, tradition and beauty of yesteryear.

It could very well be the plot of a blockbuster film: an almost deserted village sees how, due to neglect and the passing of time, one of its historic and most emblematic buildings is deteriorating without anyone doing anything about it.

The British newspaper The Telegraph recommends Spain for summer travel. The favourite holiday destination for Brits with more than 15 million visitors by 2022, it has compiled this ranking of the 20 best coastal cities in Spain.

Portugal and Spain are gaining ground at the Iberian summit, which kicked off on Tuesday, 14 March 2023 in Lanzarote, in the Canary Islands, on a joint project to "revitalise and recover" border towns, according to the Portuguese Minister for Territorial Cohesion, Ana Abrunhosa. "The idea is to rev

If you are looking for a flat for sale in Spain and are open-minded, let us propose an alternative. How about buying yourself an entire Spanish village? A village in the Spanish region of Galicia has just been put up for sale and costs less than a flat in Madrid or Barcelona.

Which part of Spain is the most beautiful? What is the prettiest part of Spain? Spain is a country that is full to the brim with stunning natural landscapes, beautiful historic buildings, and quaint little villages that have not changed in decades, making these questions pretty difficult to answer.

Rupit (Barcelona), Alquézar (Huesca) and Guadalupe (Cáceres) have been the Spanish destinations awarded as the 'Best Tourism Villages' of 2022, according to the second edition of the 'Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO' initiative of the World Tourism Organisation (WTO).

We've reached the end of what will be one of the most talked about real estate operations of the year 2022 in Spain and abroad. The abandoned Spanish village of Salto de Castro in Zamora that went on sale for 260,000 euros, as reported by idealista/news, already has an owner.