One of the famous pueblos blancos of inland Andalucia. Inhabited since pre Roman times the village is spectacularly situated, perched on a large rock beneath a ruined 13th century Moorish castle.
The village has breathtaking views over the surrounding hills and Genal riverbed to the rock of Gibraltar and the mountains of North Africa beyond.
Gaucin
Castle - The 13th Century Moorish Castillo del
Aguila (Eagle's Castle) is open to visitors most
days and the walk to it passes some of the loveliest
views of the village. The views from the castle
span 360 degrees with fantastic vistas towards Africa
and Gibraltar.Hot summers and mild winters. Sun almost every day from June to September with highs of 35c and lows of 15c. Very mild winter temperatures, rain can occur and can be very heavy but lasts only a day or two at most. Highs during the day of around 20c and lows during cooler winter nights rarely below 10c. For today’s weather and forecast for Andalucia Click Here
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