Travel to inland Almeria with your pet
As you head away from the Almeria coast, things get very interesting. In places like Almócita, Tabernas, Laroya and Fondón, people looking to enjoy a holiday alongside their dog will be sure to find accommodation options. Do you fit into this group?
Almeria is a good hostess when it comes to welcoming strangers, whether they are intrepid travellers or relaxation-seeking tourists. this includes our best friends. This can be seen in legendary places such as the cinematographic Tabernas and in other places inland, including Almócita, Laroya and Fondón. Discovering its unique orography, stunning landscapes, customs and history is highly interesting… And the possibility of enjoying a lovely, relaxed stay with your pet is increased. What more could you ask for?
Rural accommodation in Laroya
Have you heard of a typical mountain town and Moorish past converging to change a settlement's layout into a labyrinth of asymmetrical, steep streets? Laroya would fall under this description as it is located in mountainous, rugged terrain. You can use it as a base camp to visit other villages like Lubrín, Olula del Río and Macael. Laroya, an Almeria town in the Almanzora Valley, has rural accommodation establishments including El Picachico that permits pets and is built on a balcony overlooking a picture-perfect mountainous landscape in a peaceful environment offering every comfort imaginable. Its terrace, with abundant vegetation, will provide your pet with a cosy place to sleep.
The Almeria Alpujarra
Fondón is one of these Almeria villages you can visit in good company, and this, of course, includes your pets. Relaxation comes easy at pet-friendly establishments like El Domingo en el Valle. Not only does this place accept cats, it doesn't have any surcharges for those travelling with pets. Enjoy its Alpujarra-style terraces, breathe in the fresh air of Sierra Nevada Natural Park and immerse yourself in the forest that borders the Andarax River. The views of the Fondón Valley are simply magnificent.
Lost in the desert
The town is crowned by what was once a Moorish castle. In the surrounding area, you will find the impressive film set where memorable scenes of the Western "Made in Sergio Leone "and "Lawrence of Arabia" (1962) by David Lean were filmed. If you will be travelling with your dog, there are options such as Hospedería del Páramo where pets are allowed. The hiking route in Tabernas (named Sendero del Desierto) is the perfect plan if you are looking to appreciate a natural space of extreme temperatures and enchanting beauty: a natural backdrop comprised of arid lands (the so-called "bad-lands"), ravines and gorges. It's amazing!
Campers and pets
The options for campers with pets are wide-ranging. In Almócita you will find a campsite that allows pets on the premises, which is perfect if you wish to explore this enclave in Almeria's Alpujarra, relax and enjoy active tourism (hiking, cycling routes). Whether it'sin its cabins, bungalows or tents, a getaway to this tiny village (in 2014 it had 167 inhabitants) with your furry friend will enable you to discover a wonderful place. Located in the foothills of Sierra Nevada and Sierra de Gádor, the place's Arab and Jewish past go hand-in-hand, both in terms of architectural appearances and in its ruins.
