Summer Leisure

Municipal Swimming Pool

The cool water the village heads for when the heat sets in, with the Sierra de Gádor outlined on the horizon.

Relaxation & Family

A summer in Alhama

In Alhama de Almería the summers are long and dry, typical of the semi-arid Mediterranean climate that marks the whole province: hot afternoons, plenty of sunshine and barely any rain. Against that backdrop, the municipal pool becomes one of the village meeting points each season, where the laughter of children mingles with quiet reading in the shade and a refreshing dip to cool the day.

The village sits at around 520 metres above sea level, in the valley of the river Andarax and at the foot of the Sierra de Gádor, within the Alpujarra Almeriense region. From the grounds, the sierra fills the view while you take a swim, and the council runs a bar beside the pool so the day can stretch on at an easy pace.

Main and Paddling Pools

A large pool for swimming and cooling off, and a smaller, shallow one designed for the youngest visitors.

Green Areas

Grass and shaded areas to lay out a towel, have a picnic or rest between swims.

Poolside Bar

The bar beside the pool, with drinks and something to eat, to spend the whole day without leaving the grounds.

Before your dip

Pool information

Season
Summer — opening dates set each year by the Town Hall
Hours
To be confirmed with Alhama Town Hall
Price
Municipal admission — check current prices and season passes
Location
Alhama de Almería · 520 m altitude, with the Sierra de Gádor behind

Indicative information: best to confirm dates, hours and prices with the Town Hall before visiting.

Frequently asked questions

Summer at the pool

When does the pool open?

It operates in the summer season. The exact dates and hours are set each year by Alhama Town Hall; best to check them before coming.

How much is admission?

There is a municipal fee, with the usual reductions for children and season passes. Best to check the current rates with the Town Hall.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes: it has a large pool for swimming and a shallow paddling pool for younger children.

Is there shade and somewhere to eat?

It has green areas with lawn and shade to lay down a towel or picnic, and a bar by the pool with drinks and light food.

Where is it?

In Alhama de Almería, at about 520 m altitude, in the Andarax valley at the foot of the Sierra de Gádor.