Cabezo Gordo, Protected mountain summit in Torre Pacheco, Spain
Cabezo Gordo is a limestone and marble mountain standing 312 meters high in the coastal lowlands of the Murcia region. The peak stretches across roughly 3 kilometers with visible layers of rock formations shaped by ancient geological processes.
The mountain took shape around 250 million years ago when African and Eurasian tectonic plates collided and pushed marine sediments upward. This collision created the geology of the entire region and shaped the landscape we see today.
The Sima de las Palomas cave here holds remains of ancient people who lived in the area tens of thousands of years ago. This makes the mountain a place where we can learn about human history in the region.
The mountain is reachable from the RM-19 freeway between Murcia and San Javier, then via the RM-F22 exit toward Torre Pacheco. Expect uneven terrain and changeable weather, especially if planning longer hikes across the summit.
The mountain is home to five protected bat species that live in the cave and rock crevices. These bats are characteristic of the nighttime ecology in this region and show the wildlife diversity that thrives here.
Location: Region of Murcia
GPS coordinates: 37.80160,-0.90807
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42
The Murcia region combines natural landscapes with historical sites from different periods. The Salto del Usero natural pool in Bullas, the beaches of Calblanque Natural Area, and the Almadenes gorge near Cieza demonstrate the geological variety of the region. The coast offers sheltered coves like Cala Cortina and remote beaches such as El Portús, while the Gredas de Bolnuevo erosion formations show the power of natural processes. The historical architecture ranges from medieval fortifications to baroque cultural sites. Monteagudo Castle from the 11th century and Castillo de Lorca document the Moorish and Christian past. Coastal towers like Torre de Santa Elena and Torre del Cope date from the 16th century and served as defenses against pirates. The Santa Clara Monastery and Museo Salzillo in Murcia city preserve 18th-century religious art, while the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca represents baroque urban architecture.
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