{"id":1398,"date":"2026-02-26T13:54:21","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T13:54:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/route-by-motorhome-nerja-granada-sea-and-mountains\/"},"modified":"2026-02-27T10:19:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T10:19:36","slug":"route-by-motorhome-nerja-granada-sea-and-mountains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/route-by-motorhome-nerja-granada-sea-and-mountains\/","title":{"rendered":"Route by motorhome Nerja \u2013 Granada (sea and mountains)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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This Nerja to Granada motorhome route<\/strong> is for when you\u2019re craving a real change of scenery: you start out looking over the Mediterranean and end up surrounded by Nasrid palaces, tapas, and mountains<\/strong>. In just a few days you can combine sea + city + Sierra<\/strong>, with that constant feeling of travelling \u201cfrom one world to another\u201d without doing impossible distances.<\/p>

It\u2019s designed for 2\u20134 days<\/strong>, depending on the pace you like: you can do a quick sea\u2013Granada\u2013return<\/strong> version, or stretch it out to enjoy the city and the surroundings of Sierra Nevada<\/strong> properly.<\/p>

Quick route summary<\/h3>

\ud83d\udd52 Duration:<\/strong> 2\u20134 days
\ud83e\udded Ideal for:<\/strong> combining sea + city + mountains
\ud83c\udf81 What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> culture, tapas, and landscapes<\/p>

The Nerja \u2192 Granada motorhome route<\/strong> links the eastern Costa del Sol with one of the most special cities in Andalusia. Granada mixes Arab heritage, historic neighbourhoods, viewpoints, tapas bars<\/strong>, and in the background, the silhouette of Sierra Nevada<\/strong>.<\/p>

Day 1: Leaving Nerja for Granada<\/h2>

We set off from Nerja, which you already know from the other routes. It\u2019s a great place to:<\/p>

  • Do a final supermarket shop.<\/p><\/li>

  • Check water, gas, and the motorhome basics.<\/p><\/li>

  • Take one last quick stroll along the Balc\u00f3n de Europa<\/strong> if you fancy a coastal farewell.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

    From Nerja, take the A-7 towards Almer\u00eda<\/strong> and then connect to the A-44 towards Granada<\/strong>. The drive is roughly 1 hr 15 \u2013 1 hr 30<\/strong>, with good roads for almost the entire journey.<\/p>

    Arriving in Granada by motorhome<\/h2>

    When you get to Granada, the key is not to drive your motorhome into the historic centre<\/strong>. The best plan is:<\/p>

    • Look for motorhome areas<\/strong> or large car parks<\/strong> on the outskirts or mid-zone.<\/p><\/li>

    • Get into the centre by bus, light rail (metro), or on foot<\/strong>, depending on distance.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

      Granada is a busy university and tourist city, and parking a large vehicle right in the centre simply isn\u2019t worth it. Your Nerja \u2192 Granada motorhome route<\/strong> will be much more comfortable if you separate \u201cdriving\u201d from \u201cexploring on foot\u201d.<\/p>

      Day 1 (afternoon\/night): First taste of Granada<\/h2>

      Once you\u2019re settled, it\u2019s time to start enjoying the city:<\/p>

      • Walk around the centre: Cathedral area<\/strong> and shopping streets.<\/p><\/li>

      • First tapas round: in Granada, you often order a drink and a tapa comes included<\/strong>, which makes tapas-hopping almost a local sport.<\/p><\/li>

      • Evening stroll around Gran V\u00eda, Reyes Cat\u00f3licos, and Plaza Nueva<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

        This first day is about feeling the city<\/strong>, getting your bearings, and starting strong with what this route promises: culture and tapas<\/strong>.<\/p>

        Day 2: The Alhambra and the Albaic\u00edn<\/h2>

        Day two of your Nerja \u2192 Granada motorhome route<\/strong> is for the essentials:<\/p>

        The Alhambra<\/h3>

        The Alhambra is Granada\u2019s most famous monument and one of the most visited places in Spain: Nasrid palaces, gardens, walls<\/strong>, and views over the city with Sierra Nevada<\/strong> behind it. Ideally:<\/p>

        • Book tickets in advance (always).<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

        • Block out almost half a day<\/strong> for the visit.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

          After the Alhambra, you can walk down towards the city through the Alhambra forest<\/strong>, which is a really pleasant route.<\/p>

          Albaic\u00edn & San Nicol\u00e1s viewpoint<\/h3>

          In the afternoon, continue to the Albaic\u00edn<\/strong>, Granada\u2019s historic Arab quarter, with cobbled streets, white houses, and lots of steep climbs. Perfect for:<\/p>

          • Getting lost in its little alleys.<\/p><\/li>

          • Ending at the Mirador de San Nicol\u00e1s<\/strong>, with Granada\u2019s most iconic views of the Alhambra facing Sierra Nevada, especially at sunset.<\/p><\/li>

          • Grabbing a drink on a terrace with views\u2014if you manage to find a free table.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

            With this day, the \u201ccity\u201d side of the Nerja \u2192 Granada motorhome route<\/strong> is nailed: Alhambra + Albaic\u00edn + viewpoints<\/strong>.<\/p>

            Day 3: A mountain touch (optional but highly recommended)<\/h2>

            If you\u2019ve got time and you really want that sea + city + mountains<\/strong> combo, dedicate day three to heading towards Sierra Nevada<\/strong>.<\/p>

            You don\u2019t have to drive the motorhome all the way up to the highest areas if you don\u2019t feel like it. It\u2019s enough to:<\/p>

            • Head towards the road up to the ski resort area.<\/p><\/li>

            • Stop at mid-level viewpoints.<\/p><\/li>

            • Do a short hike if the season and weather allow.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

              In winter, if you plan to go high up, check road conditions and snow. In spring or autumn, the mountains are perfect for slow walks and fresh air after a day or two in the city.<\/p>

              This day gives your Nerja \u2192 Granada motorhome route<\/strong> that \u201ccomplete trip\u201d feeling: sea at the start, city in the middle, mountains at the end<\/strong>.<\/p>

              Day 4: Easy return or a coastal stop<\/h2>

              If you have 4 days, use the last one to:<\/p>

              • Drive straight back towards Nerja\/M\u00e1laga<\/strong> via motorway only, or<\/p><\/li>

              • Make a stop on the Costa Tropical<\/strong> (Salobre\u00f1a, Almu\u00f1\u00e9car) for a quick swim or a seaside lunch before wrapping up.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                The idea is for the route to adapt to your schedule: 2 days for express<\/strong>, 3 days to enjoy it<\/strong>, 4 days to take it very easy<\/strong>.<\/p>

                Practical tips for the Nerja \u2192 Granada motorhome route<\/h2>

                To keep this route smooth:<\/p>

                • Book the Alhambra<\/strong> in advance if you know your dates. It\u2019s the cultural centrepiece of the trip.<\/p><\/li>

                • Don\u2019t try to enter the city centre with the motorhome. Use large car parks and public transport.<\/p><\/li>

                • Wear comfortable shoes: Granada means hills, cobblestones, and lots of walking.<\/p><\/li>

                • Expect temperature changes: even if you\u2019re coming from the coast, Granada is cooler\u2014and even more so if you head towards the mountains.<\/p><\/li>

                • Balance your days: mornings more \u201ctouristy\u201d (monuments), afternoons more \u201ctapas and strolling\u201d so you don\u2019t burn out.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                  This is a perfect route if you\u2019ve been doing several coastal days by motorhome and want something different without going too far.<\/p>

                  \ud83e\udded How to fit this route with the others<\/h2>

                  Within your Caravan Hill Routes<\/strong> blog, this Route 3 \u2013 Nerja \u2192 Granada<\/strong> works really well as:<\/p>

                  • A \u201cchange of mindset\u201d after Routes 1 and 2 (Nerja + Maro \/ Nerja \u2013 Frigiliana \u2013 C\u00f3mpeta).<\/p><\/li>

                  • A bridge into longer routes through eastern Andalusia (Granada, Alpujarra, Sierra Nevada\u2026).<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                    You can internally link to it from:<\/p>

                    • Your coastal routes (Nerja + Maro, Costa del Sol).<\/p><\/li>

                    • The mountain \/ Sierra Nevada route we already created.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                      This Nerja to Granada motorhome route is for when you\u2019re craving a real change of scenery: you start out looking over the Mediterranean and end up surrounded by Nasrid palaces, tapas, and mountains. In just a few days you can combine sea + city + Sierra, with that constant feeling of travelling \u201cfrom one world […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1387,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[39],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1398","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nerja"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1398","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1398"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1398\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1403,"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1398\/revisions\/1403"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1387"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1398"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1398"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caravanhill.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1398"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}