Capileira
Spain · AndalusiaES
Municipality in Andalusia, Spain
Capileira is the highest and most northerly of the three villages in the gorge of the Poqueira river in the La Alpujarra district of the province of Granada, in Spain. It is located at latitude 36° 57' N and longitude 3° 21' W, about 1 km north of Bubión. Its altitude is officially recorded as 1436 metres, though there is a considerable altitude difference between the oldest part of the village, which is at the lower, southern end, and the highest part, where tourist-oriented development is currently concentrated. The area of the municipality is 57 km2.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 590
- Coordinates
- 36.961, -3.359
- Timezone
- Europe/Madrid
- Elevation
- 1436 m
Overview of Capileira
Located in Andalusia, Spain, Capileira is best described as a small settlement. The population is roughly 590. The altitude here is around 1,436 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Our data highlights sports, adventure and nature above everything else. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Capileira
Sports in Capileira
(3)Looking for sports? Capileira has Hiking, Hiking Trails and Walking Trails. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Capileira.
Adventure in Capileira
(1)Capileira's adventure entries include Off Road Trails. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Capileira. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Nature in Capileira
(1)Nature in Capileira covers Mountains. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Capileira.
Best time to visit Capileira
For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
Getting there & around
Reaching Capileira is easiest with a car once you are in Andalusia. Capileira runs on Europe/Madrid time.
Similar destinations
Places near Capileira that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Capileira known for?
- In Andalusia, Spain, Capileira stands out for sports, adventure and nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 590-strong destination.
- What can you do in Capileira?
- Options in Capileira run to Hiking, Hiking Trails, Walking Trails, Off Road Trails and Mountains — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Capileira?
- For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
- Where is Capileira located?
- You will find Capileira in Andalusia, Spain. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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