Cómpeta is a traditional white village 18 kilometres inland on the Costa del Sol , east of Málaga – near the sea but away from the bustle of the holiday coast . Situated between the Almijara mountain range and the Mediterranean. In the surrounding countryside, raisins, olives, almonds and sub-tropical fruits are produced.

Many northern-Europeans have settled in the area as residents enjoying the Spanish culture and lifestyle. The village is well equipped for all the needs of foreigners providing several general supermarkets, two chemists, banks, a 3-star hotel, a post office and a doctors’ surgery. The local school, situated in the heart of the village is quite accustomed to the intake of foreign children, and poses not problem to those who decide to make Cómpeta their home. There are many tapas bars and the restaurants in the village, some with open roof terraces, serve good quality meals.

 

The hills around Cómpeta are laced with unmade tracks which are ideal for walking. You can also drive or walk into the National Park mountains behind the village where you can find bar-be-que areas and natural springs. Nearby on the coast is the well known resort of Nerja, which has several attractive beaches and the internationally famed Nerja Caves are just outside the town, where orchestra and ballet performances can be seen in summer. There are several golf courses within easy reach of the village. The Sierra Nevada ski resort lies approximately 3 hours drive to the east, passing the village of Lanjarón well known for its spring water and baths. The weather is generally good all the year round and Spring and Autumn are especially pleasant.

Cómpeta is about an hour from Málaga airport. A hire car can be arranged to meet arrivals at the airport if necessary.