Yecla

Yecla is a town in the Murcia region positioned at 602 meters elevation, surrounded by mountains and extensive vineyards that dominate the landscape. The settlement spreads across the northern area, with agriculture shaping much of the visible terrain.

Settlement in this location began with the fortress of Hisn Yakka in the 11th century, which gave rise to the Arabic name Yakka that would define the place. The site later transformed into a Christian community as the region changed hands.

The Basilica de la Purísima dominates the town's landscape with its neoclassical facade and cross-shaped layout, serving as a central landmark for visitors. You can feel the religious importance of this place when you walk through its spacious interior.

You can explore the local wine route connecting around thirty establishments including wineries, places to stay, and restaurants, with regular buses linking the town to major Spanish cities. The transport connections make it straightforward to travel through the region or arrive from outside.

The area manages around 6,500 hectares of vineyards specializing in Monastrell grapes, with wines certified under the Yecla Designation of Origin. This particular grape variety and its protected status are especially characteristic of the place's identity.

Location: Region of Murcia

Capital city: Yecla

Elevation above the sea: 602 m

Part of: Mancomunitat Turística del Nordeste de la Región de Murcia

Shares border with: Villena, El Pinós, Jumilla, Montealegre del Castillo, Almansa, Caudete

Website: http://yecla.es

GPS coordinates: 38.61000,-1.11447

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:35