Where next after camping Mar Menor feb 22?

[Mousy]

We are currently at camping Mar Menor, not due home for another 5 weeks. We have our dog, electric bikes and scooter with us in a 8.6m Hymer which is off grid capable.

Any suggestions for places to go next? We love to cycle but not off road.
We enjoy peace and quiet but like a morning stroll sightseeing or a bike ride etc.

Happy to try inland but no idea where.

Come on Funster’s please give us some ideas of places, campsites or special parking places. I feel we are missing out!

My blog of our trip so far is called Mousy takes Lithium to Spain.

 

[63720]

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Anibals camperstop. How far south do you want to drive?

 

[Ven]

Although probably not for your next stop (it’s over 250 miles), if you follow the coast north we would Highly recommend El Poble Nou del Delta if you haven’t been before. There’s a restaurant Casa de Fusta where you can stay free which does lovely regional food including wild duck and frog legs It’s also amongst the nature reserve, wetlands and paddy fields so great for nature, walking and cycling.

 

[Ven]

I’ve just realised you’re going south Ignore my post

 

[jumar]

Might be worth booking your next stop...it's a Tad busy on the coast...even where we stayed last night at Archena it had 34 Motorhomes in situ.... haven't experienced those numbers before.

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[Parrot Face]

If you are travelling back , north along the coast have you tried the ACSI site at Bravo Playa

Torre de La Salle. Facilities are fantastic and its ideal for large outfits. Great cycle paths along the front.​

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[Bobandfay]

Have a look at Los Olives camper park lovely place near Cartagena.

 

[Armytwowheels]

You could try the Camperstop Sierra Espuna, we are here at the moment but leaving tomorrow. It is very beautiful countryside and views with flat cycling along the canal road. A bit lacking in resturants but there is one called Venta Del Rata. A flat cycle ride from the Camperstop.

Campercontact

www.campercontact.com

 

[Mousy]

Thanks all, not sure how far south we will get. Think we will try inland as Armytwowheels suggested. We are aware of the increase in Motorhomes although all sites we’ve been on so far have had spaces.

 

[cliffanger]

Thanks all, not sure how far south we will get. Think we will try inland as Armytwowheels suggested. We are aware of the increase in Motorhomes although all sites we’ve been on so far have had spaces.

Hope you find somewhere nice Dawn. I thought you wanted to visit the Alhambra?

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[Mousy]

Hope you find somewhere nice Dawn. I thought you wanted to visit the Alhambra?

Good shout Ger, I’d forgotten that have to get my new shoes worn in by then!

 

[138go]

Campercontact

www.campercontact.com

We stayed here, it's a good aire. The seafront isn't far and we cycled all the way along.

 

[Neilfg]

If you are travelling back , north along the coast have you tried the ACSI site at Bravo Playa

Torre de La Salle. Facilities are fantastic and its ideal for large outfits. Great cycle paths along the front.​

We stopped here for a couple of nights, ended up staying 2 weeks, bit of a holiday park, but out of season and quiet it was spot on, walks and cycling very easy.

Although probably not for your next stop (it’s over 250 miles), if you follow the coast north we would Highly recommend El Poble Nou del Delta if you haven’t been before. There’s a restaurant Casa de Fusta where you can stay free which does lovely regional food including wild duck and frog legs It’s also amongst the nature reserve, wetlands and paddy fields so great for nature, walking and cycling.

Love this place and always try to stop if passing, never managed to eat at the restaurant, (closed refurb already eaten etc..) but the bike rides are great, take the van out morning to breakfast on the excellent deserted beach nearby.

Saved Camperstop Sierra Espuna for our next tour, not been to Alhambra but bookmarked https://goo.gl/maps/mJdgV17i8pFc1rJt7 as a place to stop nearby if needed.

 

[Jenben]

Have a look at Los Olives camper park lovely place near Cartagena.

You could try the Camperstop Sierra Espuna, we are here at the moment but leaving tomorrow. It is very beautiful countryside and views with flat cycling along the canal road. A bit lacking in resturants but there is one called Venta Del Rata. A flat cycle ride from the Camperstop.

Campercontact

www.campercontact.com

We also recommend both these spots, great for a bit of flat cycling which is what you asked for , you could do both these as they are near each other. I think Ber090 is also currently at Totana.

 

[Ven]

We stopped here for a couple of nights, ended up staying 2 weeks, bit of a holiday park, but out of season and quiet it was spot on, walks and cycling very easy.


Love this place and always try to stop if passing, never managed to eat at the restaurant, (closed refurb already eaten etc..) but the bike rides are great, take the van out morning to breakfast on the excellent deserted beach nearby.

Saved Camperstop Sierra Espuna for our next tour, not been to Alhambra but bookmarked https://goo.gl/maps/mJdgV17i8pFc1rJt7 as a place to stop nearby if needed.

It really is good, so worth returning. We’ve had a few really good meals and it really is regional including the black (red) wine

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[royandsharont]

We really enjoyed the stay at Camping Sierra de Espuna in the village of El Berro which is just 55 miles inland NW from you. The village is small but the nearest town, Alhama de Murcia is nice & I see one of our fun Sterk lives there. The Park is great to visit at this time of year, especially on electric bikes, and it is definitely tranquil. Check it out on ACSI & read up about access if your going

 

[Lenny HB]

Although probably not for your next stop (it’s over 250 miles), if you follow the coast north we would Highly recommend El Poble Nou del Delta if you haven’t been before. There’s a restaurant Casa de Fusta where you can stay free which does lovely regional food including wild duck and frog legs It’s also amongst the nature reserve, wetlands and paddy fields so great for nature, walking and cycling.

Agree we have been there a couple of times last was in November last year. The municiple Camper stop is now €9 (service included) was free,
CC14262.

 

[Ber090]

We are at Camperstop Sierra Espuna and confirm perfect for walking and cycling. Busy as a busy thing! Changes daily but often full. Everyone arriving says virtually everywhere is busier than ever.
Bernie and Rona

 

[Mr porky]

We freedom camped on the beaches below aguilas (playa de Los cocedores)

 

[Mr porky]

We have been camped for 2 weeks next to nerja which is a lovely area. The campsite we used is called camping Miguel or on campercontact Aula de la naturaleza cortijo San Miguel.
Amongst the avacodo trees

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[Spara4042]

Good shout Ger, I’d forgotten that have to get my new shoes worn in by then!

If you do to Granada, drink in the centre not the outskirts.

We went, a couple of years ago, & had two pints in a bar down from our hotel before we got our free Tapas. In the city centre you get Tapas with every drink; so soon learned to have a small beer & tapas, then move to the next bar Each bar has a different speciality, so you rarely get the same dish twice.

Saves on paying to eat out

 

[Armytwowheels]

We have been camped for 2 weeks next to nerja which is a lovely area. The campsite we used is called camping Miguel or on campercontact Aula de la naturaleza cortijo San Miguel.
Amongst the avacodo trees

How far from the sea Mr Porky?

 

[jumar]

If you do to Granada, drink in the centre not the outskirts.

We went, a couple of years ago, & had two pints in a bar down from our hotel before we got our free Tapas. In the city centre you get Tapas with every drink; so soon learned to have a small beer & tapas, then move to the next bar Each bar has a different speciality, so you rarely get the same dish twice.

Saves on paying to eat out

A small beer or wine is the Spanish traditional way to do the Tapas round..the Tapa is the way to cover your glass to prevent the bugs from sharing your tipple, now Tapas has become a different way of eating...similar to the Menu del Dia which originated from providing a hearty cheap meal for the workers or those on a limited budget...
Menu del Dia has since become the tourist trap...from 9€ upwards.... unfortunately this way of eating is denying the visitor the true gastronomy that exists here in Spain...each to their own in both taste and budget.

 

[Mr porky]

How far from the sea Mr Porky?

Across a road and a dusty car park then you have the sea. Its better than I have made it sound so a 4 minute walk.

 

[Karlb]

Talk with Bryan Thirkell who travels that area a lot. He is currently at Area Los Narejos and he’s a really helpful chap. Not on here though so just give him a visit.

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[Batmobile]

Bit late to this, but I can deffo recommend Sierra Espuna. We have visited the area for 20 years as my sister lives there, so we know it well. It's worth getting to Hotel Mariposa - run by English family for years. Not to stay there as such although it is a small hotel, but they run lots of adventures tours etc. The best is a quad bike safari (it's quite gentle - not a race track) through the vineyards, right upon to the tops of the Siearra E - it's like being on the moon. You then get a swim in the most amazing lake at the end before heading back. Nice menu del dia as well. Here are a couple of links:

Home | Espuña Adventure

Fun Filled Adventures & Activities in the heart of the Región de Murcia, the stunning Sierra Espuña.

www.espuna-adventure.com

Hotel La Mariposa | Bar | Hotel | Restaurant | Hospederia | Gebas, Alhama de Murcia. Located in the Sierra Espuña, this hotel is open to everyone. A home from home where you can breathe

We´re an oasis in the mountains! Hotel, restaurant and bar, Hotel La Mariposa is here for you. Whether you want a coffee, ice cold beer, breakfast, lunch, dinner or a few nights of peace, we have you covered! Located in the Sierra Espuña, we have the ideal place for walking groups, cyclists...

www.hotellamariposa.com

 

[eetsteamleader]

Have a look at Los Olives camper park lovely place near Cartagena.

I stopped there before Christmas, it was really good and friendly. The owners put on a free Paella on Saturday Lunch.

 

[MartinandBev]

if heading south try Tortuga Mora, right on the beach, but WhatsApp them first to make sure they have space as very popular at the moment

Parking Motorhomes Tortuga Mora
607 80 42 76

https://goo.gl/maps/U5Cqpo864v37n1hW9

if heading Almería way then Roquetas De Mar has a nice camper park, also some official wild spots right near the beach

Camper Park Roquetas de Mar | Almería

Tu Área de Autocaravanas – Caravanas y Campers en Roquetas de Mar, un enclave único en la costa de Almería en Andalucía

camperparkroquetas.com

and if you fancy inland then near Sorbas there is Savannah Park Resort, very nice and quiet and easy cycling on roads to nearby villages

Touring & Camping

A beautiful caravan & motorhome park in southern Almeria, Andalucia, Spain. Located close to the N-340 and only 5 minutes drive from the beautiful picturesque town of Sorbas

savannahparkresort.com

 

[Deep Owl]

Although probably not for your next stop (it’s over 250 miles), if you follow the coast north we would Highly recommend El Poble Nou del Delta if you haven’t been before. There’s a restaurant Casa de Fusta where you can stay free which does lovely regional food including wild duck and frog legs It’s also amongst the nature reserve, wetlands and paddy fields so great for nature, walking and cycling.

Another choice in that area is a campsite in L’Ampolla, on the north side of the delta. It’s just across the road from the beach and a few hundred yards into the nice little town. There’s a very good restaurant at San Jaume d’Enveja called Roca del Rui, overlooking the river! It’s also close to the Delta museums.