Vejer de la Frontera Travel Guide

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Vejer de la Frontera
Vejer de la Frontera
Vejer de la Frontera
Vejer de la Frontera
Vejer de la Frontera

Travel to an Andalusian hilltop town of whitewashed and ancient buildings and a history that goes back thousands of years.

Sitting on a hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Straits of Gibraltar is the Vejer de la Frontera, an ancient fortified town of labyrinthine roads, brilliant whitewashed buildings and a long history. Explore the historic heart of a place that was once home to Phoenicians and Romans among other civilizations and venture into the surrounding countryside.

Vejer de la Frontera comprises two parts: a newer outer district and the walled old town. Enter the medieval center through one of the arches in the 15th-century defensive walls, such as the Arco de la Villa. Wander along cobbled streets and through flower-filled courtyards to visit ancient monuments and buildings. Tour the battlements of the Castle of Vejer, which dates back to the 10th and 11th centuries. Go to the Church of El Divino Salvador for its 16th-century carved image of the Virgin Mary. Visit the 16th-century Convent of the Conceptionist Nuns.

Take a break from your sightseeing with refreshments in the bars and cafés lining the Plaza de España, the main square. At its center is a beautiful fountain decorated with tiles from Seville.

Vejer de la Frontera lies close to La Breña y Marismas del Barbate Natural Park. Hike through its meadows and pine groves and go bird spotting for species such as mallards and Eurasian cranes by the marshes and lagoons.

Drive a few minutes from the town for the long sandy beaches of La Costa de la Luz. Swim and sunbathe at El Palmar and try kite surfing at Historic Cape Trafalgar. It was off this coast that Admiral Horatio Nelson achieved victory against Napoleon in 1805, but died from a gunshot wound.

In the evening, dine on the gastronomic specialties Vejer de la Frontera is known for. Sample Spanish oyster thistles and spicy sausages called chorizos.

The nearest major international airports to Vejer de la Frontera are Seville Airport and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport, which are 102 miles (165 kilometers) and 122 miles (196 kilometers) away respectively. Pick up a rental car from either of these locations or come by bus to this historic hilltop town.

Casa Reyes El Palmar

Casa Reyes El Palmar

3 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo, Vejer de la Frontera
Stay at this 3-star beach hostal in Vejer de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Playa de El Palmar and ...
"The staff was great! The pillows were the old fashioned single Pillow for 2 and uncomfortable. They could also replace the towels. Otherwise great! Location couldn’t be better!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2023

Casa Reyes El Palmar
Casa Aura

Casa Aura

3 out of 5
corredera, 21, Vejer de la Frontera, cadiz-
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Vejer de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Church of the Divine Saviour ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"My 2nd stay at Casa Aura and again it was completely faultless. The hotel is absolutely beautiful and so tastefully designed down to every detail. The staff are extremely helpful and went out of their way to organise airport transfers for me. Restaurants and shops are within a few minutes walk and ..."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

Casa Aura
Hostal La Janda

Hostal La Janda

1 out of 5
C/ Antonio Machado, 10, Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz
Stay at this hostal in Vejer de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa de El Palmar and Castillo are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
"All the staff were very helpful. None more so than the manager, who having telephoned for a taxi, rang and cancelled it and told me to come with him and his family in his car, he’d drop me off. His young family were a delight and it was a lovely, unexpected exchange. This simple, thoughtful, generosity ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2022

Hostal La Janda
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri

Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri

4 out of 5
Carretera Loma de Sancti Petri, Chiclana de la Frontera, Cádiz
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Chiclana de la Frontera. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, breakfast (surcharge) and a free beach shuttle. Popular attractions La ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (168 reviews)
"Expedia could have done a better job representing this property. Was budget, old, dirty and not in a good location. Staff were helpful , lots of better places available in this area to choose from."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2024

Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
TAIGA Conil

TAIGA Conil

3 out of 5
Carril Hijuela de la Mirla 86, Conil de la Frontera, Cádiz
Stay at this 3-star campsite in Conil de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa de El Palmar and La Barrosa ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
EN FAMILIA , TRANQUILO Y RECOMENDABLE
"Comunicacion y trato del personal perfecto . Ubicacion buena por su conexion proxima , a salida en cualquier direcccion. Tranquilidad para el descanso , por lo menos en enero . Viaje en familia , que recomiendo y repetiria, hasta otra."

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025

TAIGA Conil
TAIGA Tarifa Valdevaqueros

TAIGA Tarifa Valdevaqueros

2 out of 5
Carretera Nacional N-340, KM 75.5, Tarifa, Cádiz
Stay at this campsite in Tarifa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bolonia Beach and Ensenada de Valdevaqueros are located ...
TAIGA Tarifa Valdevaqueros
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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