Can an expatriate start a Business in Nerja? Or is this not easy for British people?

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I am looking at the possibility of becoming self-employed in Spain. I would like to open a hairdresser/barbershop for men in Nerja. And if this works. Next year my daughter will come to join the business. She is still studying hairdressing in London. Do you think an expatriate has any opportunity to start a business in Nerja? Or is it not an easy market for British people? Thanks.

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Where do British people invest in Spain?

Hello Tom! Everyone has their chance. If you take a walk through Nerja you will see that there are many international businesses. Many expatriates decide to move their residence to Nerja and open a new business.

Here are some articles that can help you:

Hairdressers, restaurants, real estate agencies, etc. Everyone has a place in Nerja to invest or start a new business.

In Nerja and anywhere on the Costa del Sol it is easy to open a business. There are English, Swedish, German, French lawyers and managers… etc. 🙂

Nerja is a perfect place to invest.
Good luck!

I am looking for a long-term apartment in Nerja. €800 per month maximum

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Hello, I am looking for a rental apartment in Nerja. My budget is €700-800 per month to rent an apartment. I am one person. And I am renting for 1 year or more. Can anybody help me?

Hi Yes. In Nerja there are many apartments for rent directly from the owners. Search these pages. They are the best pages to find apartments in Nerja.

You can try searching online agencies or ad pages. Or you can see the options in the forum. In the Nerja Lovers forum, the owners put up long-term rental apartments. And you can rent directly from them. Without intermediaries. – Nerja Lovers Forum

How do people get free entry to the Nerja cave?

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I visited Nerja during Holy Week with my family. We spent €16 per person visiting the Caves. (€64 for 4 people). The truth is that it is a recommended visit. Our visit to the Nerja cave was organized for 10:00 a.m. on Good Friday. Already inside the Cave and just before reaching the souvenir shop. I was going up the stairs and I heard someone say. “The people who had free tickets at 9:30 a.m. have already left.” Why do they have free tickets? Can someone explain it to me?

Hello! Yes, 60 free tickets are given out every day. So you can enter the cave for free. But you can only reserve online.

You can reserve your free ticket here on the official website: nerja cave – free tickets

Here I explain everything in detail.

FREE Nerja CAVE

To visit the Nerja Cave for free it is necessary to obtain tickets two days in advance. You can only enter for free at 9:30 a.m. The free visit is valid for any day Monday to Friday at 9:30 a.m. with limited capacity of 60 tickets daily for members of the European Union. 

Free tickets can only be purchased online, at 9:30 a.m. 48 hours before the day of the visit, with a maximum of 2 tickets per person. For example: if you want to go on a Friday, you can obtain them the Wednesday before at 9:30 a.m. They are valid to enter exclusively during the 9:30 a.m. shift. hours. If you wish to enter later, after that hour, on another shift on a holiday or non-working day. You will have to buy the ticket online.

Here another @nerjalovers user explains how to get the cheapest tickets on the internet. (cheaper than at the box office or on the official website).

Discount entrance to the Nerja Cave

To enter the Nerja cave for free, you can visit it on an open day, which is usually announced in advance on the cave’s official website or in the local media. You can also participate in a tourist promotion that includes free entry to the cave or look for discounts for groups or students. Another option is to visit the surrounding area and enjoy the exterior views of the cave without entering its interior.

I have found work in Nerja. I’m very happy!

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Happy with my new job in Nerja. Every year in the summer I came for a two-week vacation with my friends. My dream would be to one day return to Nerja to work. And live in Nerja for a long period of time. Now I am fulfilling my dream. I am working in a real estate agency and I am very happy. I encourage all people to fight for their dreams. There is work here for everyone who wants to work. You can start a temporary job from April to October. The service sector is in high demand. (real estate, restaurants, hotels). Thank you for publishing my comments on this website. 💖

Congratulations! We hope you enjoy your work and can make a good life in Nerja. We also encourage other people to look for work in Nerja. In the forum we have a section to look for work in Nerja.

Jobs in Nerja

Impossible to find parking in Nerja

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There is no parking. Impossible to park in the center of Nerja. You have to park in the Plaza España parking lot and it is a very expensive parking lot. The other option is the Huertos de Carabeo parking lot. But it is a dirt parking lot and it is not guarded.

Free Parking in Nerja

Parking in Nerja is free. But you have to search. ¿Donde aparcar en Malaga?. There are many streets: Near Verano Azul park, near Torrecilla, near Burriana. It is free on all streets. It should be noted that it is difficult to find free parking in high season. But in Nerja there is no blue zone and it is possible to park for free on all streets.

It is difficult to find free parking. But we do reserve paid parking. This is easy. Parking in a paid parking lot or renting a garage is possible and easy. You can reserve online.

Finding free parking in Nerja can be difficult, especially during the peak summer tourist season. Places near the beaches, the town center and tourist spots are usually full and it is necessary to look for a further place and walk to the desired destination. In addition, there are regulated parking areas where it is necessary to pay to park the vehicle. It is recommended to arrive early to find a spot more easily. Or reserve parking online before the holidays.

When is it difficult to find free parking?

At Easter: especially in the old town area and near the beach. This date it is very difficult to park.

Summer months: especially on weekends and holidays. Difficult parking. Finding a parking space in the center is difficult. (but not impossible).

During special events: When there are concerts in Nerja, the Nerja Cave Festival and the Nerja Carnival.

During local popular festivals: such as the night of San Juan or the celebration of the Virgen del Carmen in July, La Feria de Nerja in October or San Isidro in May.

Park in the Nerja cave. In this area it is easy. Parking costs 2 euros.

Yo pagando la entrada a la Cueva de Nerja. Y otros han entrado gratis!¿?

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He visitado Nerja en Semana Santa con mi familia, Nos hemos gastado 16€ por persona en visitar las Cuevas. (64€ para 4 personas). La verdad que es una visita recomendada. Nuestra visita a la cueva de Nerja estaban organizada para las 10.00h del Viernes Santo. Ya dentro de la Cueva y justo antes de llegar a la tienda de souvenirs. Estaba subiendo las escaleras y escuche a una personas decir. “Ya han salido las personas que tenían entradas gratis a las 9.30h”. ¿Por qué tienen entradas gratis? ¿Alguien me lo puede explicar?

Hola! Si, cada dia se reparten 60 entradas gratis. Por lo que se puede entrar gratis a la cueva. Pero solo se puede reservar por internet.

Puedes reservar tu entrada gratis aqui en la web oficial: entradas cueva gratuita

Aquí explico todo detallado.

CUEVA de Nerja GRATUITA

Para visitar la Cueva de Nerja gratis es necesario obtener las entradas dos dias antes. Solo se puede entrar gratis a las 9.30h. La visita gratis es valida para cualquier dia de lunes a viernes a las 9:30 horas con aforo limitado de 60 entradas diarias para los miembros de la Unión Europea. 

Las entradas gratuitas únicamente se pueden adquirir online, a las 9:30 horas de 48 horas antes del día de la visita, con un máximo de 2 entradas por persona. Por ejemplo: si se desea acudir un viernes, se pueden obtener el miercoles anterior a las 9:30 horas. Son válidas para entrar, exclusivamente, en el turno de las 9:30 horas. Si desea entrar después, pasada esa hora, en otro turno un dia festivo o no laborable. Tendrás que comprar la entrada online.

Aqui explican otro usuario de @nerjalovers explica como obtener las entradas mas baratas en internet. (mas barata que en taquilla o en la web oficial).

Descuento entrada Cueva de Nerja

Para entrar gratis a la cueva de Nerja, puedes visitarla en un día de puertas abiertas, que suelen ser anunciados previamente en la página web oficial de la cueva o en los medios locales. También puedes participar en alguna promoción turística que incluya la entrada gratuita a la cueva o buscar descuentos para grupos o estudiantes. Otra opción es visitar la zona de los alrededores y disfrutar de las vistas exteriores de la cueva sin entrar en su interior.

In Nerja there is nothing! I recommend, take the bus and visit Malaga.

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If you think you are going to find massive parties, shopping centers, a marina port with large luxury yachts or a cruise destination, restaurant chains such as McDonalds or Starbucks, or large all-inclusive hotel chains. He doesn’t know anything about Nerja.

No, Nerja is not that… Nerja is a small town on the Costa del Sol. Well known for its beaches, its tranquility, its gastronomy, its trails, its caves and its mountains. Also for Verano Azul…. If you are looking for that on your vacation, we recommend other beautiful places on the Costa del Sol, the Costa de la Luz or the Costa Brava.

Things to see in Nerja

Here are some things you can see and do in Nerja

What to see in Nerja

You can see the complete list of things to do in Nerja

  1. The Caves of Nerja: a complex of natural caves with stalactites and stalagmites, where important archaeological remains are found.
  2. The Balcony of Europe: a viewpoint with impressive views of the sea and the area’s beaches.
  3. Burriana Beach or Torrecilla Beach: these are two of the most popular beaches in Nerja, both beaches with a wide range of restaurants and bars.
  4. Acueducto del Águila: a 19th century aqueduct that served to transport water to the old sugar factory in the area.
  5. Church of El Salvador: a 17th century church with a beautiful baroque façade.

You can also visit the town of Maro and its beach, the church of Maro.

What to do in Nerja

Enjoy the beaches

Nerja has several beaches with transparent waters and fine sand where you can sunbathe, swim or practice water sports.

Visit the Balcón de Europa

this iconic viewpoint is the perfect place to walk and enjoy the views of the sea and the mountains.

Touring the old town

stroll through the narrow streets of Nerja and discover its whitewashed houses, quiet squares and charming corners.

Try the local cuisine

in Nerja you can taste typical dishes of Andalusian cuisine, such as fried fish, gazpacho or sardine espeto.

Take hiking routes

the Nerja area offers numerous hiking routes that allow you to discover the natural beauty of the region, such as the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park.

Nerja is a quiet town. Ideal for a relaxing holiday in summer or winter. If you don’t know it yet, you’ll love it.

En Nerja no hay nada

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Si piensas que vas encontrar fiestas multitudinarias, centros comerciales, un puerto deportivo con grandes yates de lujos o un destino para cruceros, cadenas de restauración como McDonalds o Starbucks, o grandes cadenas de hoteles todo incluido. No sabe nada sobre Nerja.

No, Nerja no es eso… Nerja es un pequeño pueblo de la Costa del Sol. Muy conocido por sus playas, por su tranquilidad, su gastronomía, sus senderos, sus cuevas y sus montañas. También por Verano Azul…. Si buscas eso en tus vacaciones te recomendamos otros lugares bonitos en la Costa del Sol, la costa de la Luz o la Costa Brava.

Aqui algunas cosas que puedes ver y hacer en Nerja

Qué ver en Nerja:

  1. Las Cuevas de Nerja: un complejo de cuevas naturales con estalactitas y estalagmitas, donde se encuentran importantes restos arqueológicos.
  2. El Balcón de Europa: un mirador con vistas impresionantes al mar y a las playas de la zona.
  3. Playa de Burriana o la Playa Torrecilla: son dos de las playas más populares de Nerja, ambas playas con una gran oferta de restaurantes y bares.
  4. Acueducto del Águila: un acueducto del siglo XIX que servía para transportar agua a la antigua fábrica de azúcar de la zona.
  5. Iglesia de El Salvador: una iglesia del siglo XVII con una bonita fachada barroca.

Tambien puedes visitar el pueblo de Maro y su playa, la iglesia de Maro.

Qué hacer en Nerja:

  1. Disfrutar de las playas: Nerja cuenta con varias playas de aguas transparentes y arena fina donde se puede tomar el sol, nadar o practicar deportes acuáticos.
  2. Visitar el Balcón de Europa: este icónico mirador es el lugar perfecto para pasear y disfrutar de las vistas al mar y a las montañas.
  3. Recorrer el casco antiguo: pasear por las estrechas calles de Nerja y descubrir sus casas encaladas, plazas tranquilas y rincones con encanto.
  4. Probar la gastronomía local: en Nerja se pueden degustar platos típicos de la cocina andaluza, como el pescaíto frito, el gazpacho o el espeto de sardinas.
  5. Realizar rutas de senderismo: la zona de Nerja ofrece numerosas rutas de senderismo que permiten descubrir la belleza natural de la región, como el Parque Natural de las Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama.

Nerja es un pueblo tranquilo. Ideal para unas vacaciones de relax en verano o invierno. Si todavia no lo conoces, te encantará.

The rain ruins my holiday in Nerja

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I have been touring Spain since February. I had planned to visit Nerja during Holy Week (Wednesday to Sunday). But the forecast has been for rain and storm. And we have decided to stay in Alicante. Hopefully next year I can return.

This Holy Week in Nerja it rained. Although the rain does not invite you to go to the beach. We can organize other cultural visits and do other things.

What to do in Nerja when it rains?

We can take the opportunity to visit the Cave, the museum, the church, go shopping, eat at restaurants, or go to the movies… etc.

Visit the Nerja Museum: This museum offers a fascinating look at the history and culture of the region, with exhibits including archaeological remains, historical artifacts and temporary exhibitions.

Shopping: Nerja has a wide variety of shops where you can buy souvenirs, clothing, decoration items, etc. You can take advantage of the rainy day to walk through the stores and do some shopping.

Enjoy local cuisine: Visit a restaurant or tapas bar to enjoy delicious local cuisine. Try typical dishes such as fried fish, gazpacho or paella, accompanied by a good wine from the region.

Visit the Church of El Salvador: This impressive baroque building is one of the landmarks of Nerja and is worth visiting on a rainy day. Admire its architecture, paintings and religious sculptures.

Relax at a spa: If you prefer to stay dry and relax, you can opt for a spa day. Nerja has several spas and wellness centers where you can enjoy relaxing treatments such as massages, Turkish baths, saunas, etc.

Watch a movie: If you feel like spending some time in a movie theater, you can go to the Velez Malaga cinema to watch a movie. Check the billboard and choose the movie you like the most.

Visit the Nerja Cave: Although it is located outdoors, the Nerja Cave offers protection from the rain and is an essential visit in the city. Discover the impressive geological formations, cave paintings and archaeological remains found inside.