Lorca cleans up its beaches after torrential rains
The work is focused on the beaches of Puntas de Calnegre, Ramonete and Garrobillo The recent torrential rains that battered the Region of Murcia have left Lorca’s beautiful beaches covered in reeds, weeds and other washed..

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Tickets for the first Semana Santa processions in Lorca go on sale on March 31
A chance to see the renowned Easter processions of Lorca, an event of International Tourist Interest The spectacular Semana Santa processions of the city of Lorca are almost upon us once again and although tickets for seats..

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The church of San Juan in Lorca requires urgent repair after recent rain damage
Plans had been announced to restore the Gothic church as a venue for cultural events in Lorca As recently as November 2023 the Town Hall of Lorca announced a 2.6-million-euro plan to restore the old church of San Juan and..

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Storm damage in Lorca estimated at €30 million
The City Council has added losses of €13 million euros due to 1,000 hectares of crops being devastated to its previous estimate of €14 million The recent storms in Murcia that struck Lorca particularly hard have left..

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New museum in Lorca devoted to the Via Crucis held during Easter Week
The procession of the Stations of the Cross has been held in Lorca on Good Friday for over 400 years In March 2025 a new museum was opened in Lorca devoted entirely to the “Via Crucis” which is held every year during the..

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Archaeological excavation in Lorca uncovers 5,000 years of history
The discovery coincides with plans for new public housing in the historic centre   The latest archaeological excavation in Lorca has revealed a fascinating historical sequence spanning over 5,000 years. Located on Calle..

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Lorca invests over €300,000 in improvements across rural districts
The City Council is making a concerted effort to promote and improve its outlying districts Lorca’s Ayuntamiento has announced a significant investment of €310,613 in infrastructure improvements across several rural..

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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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Renovation of Lorca castle expected to be completed by March 2026
Work is taking place within the castle walls to ensure the monument’s conservation   The castle in Lorca is one of the largest and most important historical tourist attraction in the whole city. Dominating the entire..

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New audio guide tour of the church of San Patricio IN ENGLISH
Visit and learn about the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio at your own pace A new tour is being offered in Lorca this summer of the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, enabling both visitors and locals to enjoy..

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Lorca restaurant wins prize for innovative pork doughnut presentation!
Restaurante La Cepa takes the top spot as Lorca promotes Chato Murciano pig meat The “Jornadas Gastronómicas del Chato Murciano” gastronomic event in Lorca which aims to promote the meat of the traditional “chato murciano..

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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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