Las Cunas is a quiet settlement surrounded by the characteristic rolling hills of the Levante Almeriense. Specific landmarks to consider when planning include the Desert Springs Golf Club, a hiking route featuring the Ermita de las Cunas, and local routes through the wider surrounding area.

Choosing a route: Coastal Route and Itinerario III

The local coastal route through the hamlets of Cuevas del Almanzora includes Las Cunas. It connects beaches, coastal landscapes, historic sites, culture, nature, history and the sea. These themes describe the route as a whole: the beaches and historic sites are not all located in Las Cunas. As a travel-planning resource, it therefore provides a broader coastal context, not a collection of destinations all located directly in the settlement.

Another option is the tourist route “Itinerario III” through the area around Cuevas del Almanzora. It passes through Las Cunas and is recommended for travel by vehicle. This addresses a different planning question from the coastal route: the vehicle recommendation is explicitly stated for Itinerario III, while the coastal route mainly describes its thematic scope. If you plan this drive, take the local recommendation into account.

Golf Course and Hiking Route

The Desert Springs Golf Club is located on the Las Cunas–Palomares road in Las Cunas, Cuevas del Almanzora. The regional golf association describes it as Europe’s first golf course in the Arizona desert style. For golf enthusiasts, both its location and the course’s distinctive design provide specific points of interest. Check access arrangements before travelling, before making the club a firm part of your plans.

The hiking route featuring the Ermita de las Cunas is 19.5 km long, technically moderate, and follows a one-way route rather than a circular one. The ermita is a point of interest along it. When planning your own hike, it is worth distinguishing between the distance, technical grading and route type: the kilometre figure describes the length, “technically moderate” is the grading, and the one-way route is a separate consideration. Check trail conditions before setting off, as they can change.

If you want to choose a hike based on specific details, you can consider the distance, technical grading and route type together; if you are looking for a broader picture of the coast, nature and history, the local coastal route provides that context. The vehicle recommendation for Itinerario III offers a separate planning criterion, while the golf club, with its Arizona desert style, provides its own point of interest.

Restaurant in Las Cunas

Restaurante Sierra Club is located in the Desert Springs development on the Palomares–Villaricos road in Las Cunas. If you are planning to stop there for a meal, check whether the restaurant is currently operating before travelling.

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For the broader travel overview: Almeria.