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FORGET Benidorm or Barcelona – a new interactive map by RTVE reveals that some of Spain’s tiniest towns and most unexpected spots are seeing a bizarrely high number of international visitors.
Here are some of the most hidden corners in Spain, with their strangely loyal fans from all over the world. From a remote mountain village packed with French hikers to a Andalusian Marble Village full of Brits.
The Brits in Lubrín, Almería
Population: 1,453 | Tourists: 1,667 | British: 1,077 (64.6%)
Nestled in the rugged folds of the Sierra Los Filabres, Lubrín isn’t your usual British tourist haunt. The sleepy village of Lubrin has attracted more than 1,000 Brits despite the lack of a beach and pubs named The Queen’s Arms. The town offers a peaceful rural getaway, with narrow Andalusian street, marble miner sculptures and tapas served by Los Molinos. Fiesta del Pan and the August Festival of Lights could also explain this quirky British relationship.
Nueno, Huesca: The French
Population: 570 | Tourists: 1,624 | French: 1,110 (68.3%)
Nueno, at the foot of the Pyrenees Mountains, leans against a steep hillside. It’s not hard to understand why nature-loving French tourists are drawn to this charming town. Add in the proximity to the Sierra y Cañones de Guara and Ordesa National Park, and you’ve got a rustic hiking haven that feels like a slice of the French Alps, only Spanish and cheaper.
Germans in Utrera and Sevilla
Population: 52,279 | Tourists: 15,536 | Germans: 9,542 (61.4%)
Utrera: Flamenco walls, German tourists, and fortress walls. This idyllic Sevillian village with its deep historical roots has managed to capture the hearts of thousands Germans. It could be the genuine Andalusian appeal, the tapas filled plazas or that it is only a short train ride away from Sevilla, without the tourist chaos. They’re here in large numbers for whatever reason.
The Dutch in Ogassa Girona
Population: 218 | Tourists: 286 | Dutch: 138 (48.3%)
Tiny Ogassa in Spain is as off the beaten trail as it gets. The village was once a coal miner’s hub and is now surrounded with lush forests, streams in the mountains, and natural springs. The Dutch nature-lovers have found the perfect destination. They enjoy the fresh mountain air and cycling tours, as well as the blissful silence. It must be nice to get away from the busyness of Amsterdam.
Italians on Formentera in the Balearic Islands
Population: 11,483 | Tourists: 141,967 | Italians: 66,784 (47%)
Formentera’s secret is out. It is amazing how much Italians love this island: more than half the tourists who visit are Italian. Why? Perhaps it’s because of the boho vibe, the turquoise water that rivals Sardinia and the scooters on a terrace at sunset. Or maybe they love Aperol, scooters and the laid-back beach atmosphere. In August, you will hear more “ciaos” than “holas”.
The Americans in Rota, Cádiz
Population: 29,960 | Tourists: 33,510 | Americans: 15,553 (46.4%)
Rota is a quiet Andalusian coastal town that attracts a lot of American visitors. The reason for this is strategic: Rota houses a major US Naval Base. Most of the Americans who visit Rota are either visiting family or stationed at the base. Rota is also home to beautiful beaches, historical architecture and local charm, making it worth a stop for tourists.
The interactive map is available on RTVE here.
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