Alhaurin de la Torre is a large town set among the vast plantations of citrus and avocado in the province of Malaga, Andalusia.
Some portions of the town still show its Moorish past with traditional houses exuding a whitewashed terrace facade, scattered in wonderful mazes that seem like fireflies that have fallen from the evening sky.
Over the last couple of years, the town has seen a tremendous growth brought by improvements on the major highways in the area.
With a booming infrastructure, the town’s economy is undoubtedly on a flourishing phase, rapidly transforming the area as a commuter town.
As a result, Alhaurin de la Torre seemed to have lost huge evidence of its ancestral heritage unlike its neighbor, Alhaurin el Grande, which still charms visitors with its Roman and Moorish mystique.
Although Alhaurin de la Torre isn’t a sea side resort it is close enough to enjoy a beach holiday all the while with the ability to enjoy a vacation from the high rise tourist resorts of Torremolinos and Malaga.
Where is Alhaurin de la Torre?
Although the town itself is around 15 kilometers away from Alhaurin el Grande, it is actually better-located and has a comparatively bigger land area. It is situated to the east of the Mijas mountain range and boasts a natural landscape made up of lush gardens, towering pine trees and booming residential areas.
While it is true that the town itself is not on the coast, it is a short 15 to 20 minute distance away from the popular beaches of Torremolinos as well as in close proximity to Malaga City. Likewise, the suburbs of Cortijo Molina and La Alquería are also good location landmarks as far as history and its remnants are concerned.
Distances to:
Málaga Airport – 10km/6m (14 min)
Gibraltar Airport – 130km/80m (88 min)
Málaga Train Station – 18km/11m (21 min)
Beach (Torremolinos) – 13km/8m (19 min)
Below is a map of Alhaurin de la Torre so you can find your way there and explore the nearby area.
What is the nearest airport to Alhaurin de la Torre?
Alhaurin de la Torre is very near the Malaga Airport with a distance of 9.5 kilometers via Av. Malaga. Other routes are also available such as A-404 (Carretera Coin) and Av. las Americas which have distances of 11.3 kilometers and 10.9 kilometers respectively. Whichever route you take, you can expect to travel between 12 to 18 minutes from the airport so long as the roads have light traffic.
What type of transportation can I take to Alhaurin de la Torre?
Coming from the Malaga Airport, you can easily reach the town by car which can take between 15 and 20 minutes and is highly recommend for that added comfort in your journey. There are cars and SUVs that you can hire with a budget model starting at only €6 a day.
You can also opt to take a taxi from the Malaga Airport as it has a well-signposted taxi rank that you can find right outside the arrivals area of the airport’s Terminal T3. When taking the taxi, remember to ask the taxi driver to start the taximeter at the start of your journey. It is also advised that passengers request for a receipt which can come in handy should the