Lorca Castle to open new pedestrian access in 2026
The new eastern path will cut the walking distance from the city to the fortress by one kilometre Work has begun on a new pedestrian access linking Lorca Castle with the neighbourhood of Santa María. The €2.8 million..

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Brace yourself for the booms: Supersonic flights return to Lorca skies
Residents warned of possible noise as Tactical Leadership Programme runs supersonic exercises from November 17 to 27 If you live in or near Murcia, southern Alicante and eastern Almería, you might want to keep your windows..

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Helicopters and firefighters tackle blaze in Lorca countryside
Teams from across the Region joined forces to control the flames near Zarcilla de Ramos We might be in the thick of winter, but sadly wildfire season has been extended in the Region of Murcia thanks to a very dry autumn..

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Guardia Civil breaks up Murcia gang behind 50 home burglaries
Operation Twilight ends a year-long crime spree across Murcia and Alicante A spree of burglaries across Murcia and Alicante have been solved after the Guardia Civil dismantled a criminal gang operating in the regions.  ..

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Shop smart this Black Friday at Parque Almenara
Find early deals, style inspiration and unbeatable offers all under one roof Right in the heart of Lorca’s El Campillo district, Parque Almenara is where shopping meets enjoyment. Open since 2008, it’s become a favourite..

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Three new miniature sculptures for the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca
19th-century works by Augustin Moreau-Vauthier have been restored in Lorca The already impressive decoration at the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca has been made still more attractive this week with the addition of three new sculptures..

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Lorca tourist office returns to the Palacio de Guevara
The old premises in the building were closed following damage in the 2011 Lorca earthquakes After an absence of 14 years a branch of the Lorca tourist office is reopening on the ground floor of the Palacio de Guevara, otherwise..

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Restoration work begins at the church of Santa María in Lorca
The church is one of the oldest still standing in Lorca and dates back to the late 15th century Work has begun in the city of Lorca to restore the main façade of the former church of Santa María, now the home of the CiuFRONT..

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Never too late to learn: Caser Residencial brings digital skills to older adults
Innovative Applícate project helps residents in Lorca and Murcia gain confidence with technology   Technology isn’t only for the young. It can be a powerful way to connect, learn and feel empowered at any stage of life..

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New shops opening at Parque Almenara in the coming weeks
The Lorca shopping centre is on course for some new arrivals very soon Parque Almenara in Lorca is experiencing a new wave of commercial growth, with five more businesses preparing to open in the coming weeks. The shopping..

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The amazing murals you can visit in Río, Almendricos and Campillo, the villages surrounding Lorca
A new visitable wall mural in Lorca’s Río area is just one of a series of actions to revitalise areas outside of the city centre The outlying rural villages that lie around Lorca already had plenty to offer visitors..

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The massive Thursday market in Lorca prepares for a Three Kings bonanza edition on January 4
Almost 200 stalls are set up every week at the Huerto de la Rueda venue in Lorca Tourist attractions come in many shapes and sizes, and while Lorca is blessed with a castle and a hugely impressive array of baroque architecture..

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Lorca tourist office to re-open in the Palacio de Guevara
The refurbished palace welcomes back Lorca tourist office After the long refurbishment and restoration of the monumental Palacio de Guevara in Lorca the tourist office will be moving back to the building, offering services..

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4 historic monuments and heritage sites in Murcia at risk of disappearing
The state of ruin of the structures has prompted their inclusion on the Red Heritage List Four architectural buildings in the Region of Murcia are very different from each other in terms of time period and design, but..

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Lorca unveils spectacular new rural walking route in Zarzadilla de Totana
Magnificent views over the countryside in the north of the municipality of Lorca The Town Hall of Lorca has unveiled a new and spectacular fully signposted walking route in the north of the vast municipality (the second largest..

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Illegally modified electric scooters cause more road accidents
Young riders in the Region of Murcia are modifying their scooters to go faster, and they are becoming more fashionable amongst drug dealers Police sources in Murcia have reported that more people are trying to pimp their..

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