Star Gazing In GaleraGalera, and the surrounding local area, are a star gazers paradise, and as star gazers know that to enjoy astronomy, you've got to get away from city lights. Situated high in the Altiplano (the high plato) at about 3000 feet the air is very clear and dry, there is no light pollution from large cities, and has endless clear nights which is just ideal for observing the....
About The Area
Introduction - Galera and the surrounding area
Welcome to Galera. The information set out in this section is to hopefully give you, the visitor, an idea of the places to see, restaurants to eat in and things do in and around Galera and the surrounding countryside. It was inspired by the many people that come to visit this area for holidays or in search of a property. As with many areas, all the best places are not necessarily....
The Weather and Climate Around Galera
There is a general myth that because you are in Southern Spain it is warm all year round. This is not so. The Altiplano has very clear and distinct seasons - hot summers and cold winters. Summer - During the months of July and August the evening temperatures are a pleasant 18ºC to 23ºC and during the day the highest temperatures are 40ºC to 42ºC. During July and August it....
Medical Care
All the surrounding small towns such as Galera and Orce have a medical centre open between 9 am-12 pm Monday to Friday. The appointment system is a challenge but medical care is good. Huéscar (7km/4 miles away) has a 24-hour medical service. The main hospital is in Baza which is situated 44 km/27.5 miles from Galera.
Insects and Creepy Crawlies
There are flies in the area. The area does not suffer too much with mosquitoes due to the low humidity, however there are plenty of midges which can give nasty bites. So if you are prone to insect bites using insect repellent is a good idea. This is a rural area so there will be creepy crawlies in the shape of spiders and scorpions. The scorpions can give a nasty sting but these tend to be....
Natural Parks Around Galera
Galera is perfectly situated for visiting any of the four natural parks in the area. The stunning natural parks of Sierra de Baza, Sierra de Castril, Sierra de Cazorla and Sierra de Maria. Maps can be obtained from the local tourist offices (Alojamiento) either in the parks themselves or in the nearby town. All the Sierras are well signposted as they are the main tourist attractions in the....
Restaurants and Places to Eat
Places to EatChildren are welcome in all bars and restaurants. The welcomes are warm and the food delicious. In many of the restaurants you can go there just for a drink with tapas, a snack or a meal. These listed below come highly recommended. If you have find any others that you recommend on your explorations of the area then do let us know.GALERARestaurante El Parador. Specialises in....
Places to Swim
SwimmingGALERAOutdoor swimming pool, ideal for diving, depth ranges from 0.7m down to 2.2m, shallow area for small children. Bar available & changing rooms. Only open July and AugustCost for 2004: €2 per person per day - Mon - Fri, €2.50 (weekends). Family ticket for 2 adults and 1 child, €32 for July and Aug. Directions: This pool is only a 2 min walk from La....
Other Activities
You´ll be spoilt for choice - markets, walking, computing, fishing, paragliding, riding, cycling, quad biking and canoeing to name but a few! Market DaysMarket day is not only a time where the locals do their weekly shop of local produce but it is a social event to catch up with friends and gossip. In Galera market day falls on Wednesday but you could go to the market every day of....
Museums
With such a wealth of history in the area all the museums are full of interesting artefacts.Museo Arqueológico de GaleraThe museum holds archaeological finds dating back to the Bronze Age. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday. Entrance fee adults: €2; Children under 10 yrs: €1.Address: C/ San Marcos, 9 GALERA; Tel: 958 73 92 76Winter Opening Hours: 11.00h - 13.00h & 17.00h -....