where is competa in spain

Cómpeta is a small mountain town in southern Spain, in the province of Málaga, in the region of Andalusia.

Quick Scoop

• Cómpeta sits in the comarca (county) of Axarquía , a hilly area to the east of Málaga city.

• It is about 52 km from the city of Málaga and roughly 18 km inland from the Costa del Sol (nearest coast around Torrox Costa).

• The town is in the foothills of the Sierra Almijara / Sierra de Tejeda, around 630–640 metres above sea level, which gives it big views down to the Mediterranean.

How to Picture It on the Map

• Think of Málaga on Spain’s south coast; from there, Cómpeta is northeast, up into the mountains behind the coastal town of Torrox.

• It lies on the southern slopes of the Sierra Almijara, overlooking the Costa del Sol, and is often described as one of the classic “white villages” of the area.

Extra Geographic Details

• Coordinates are roughly 36.83° N, 3.97° W, placing it firmly in inland eastern Costa del Sol.

• The municipality is known for its whitewashed streets, mountain walks, and views over the Mediterranean from its elevated position.

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