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Uphill battle Fruit-filled festival
race’s second stage on Thursday, June 1. The final 15 kilometres of the race will include a firstcategory mountain climb up the southern slope of Sierra Almijara to the town which is 700 metres above sea level, making it a challenging and exciting finish to the stage.
The mayor of Competa, Obdulio Pérez, expressed his enthusiasm for the
41 CLUB NERJA has welcomed a new President, Brian Karet. The retired Doctor from Leeds took over the reins at the group’s AGM, which was held on Wednesday, April 19, and says he is ready to lead the club to even more exciting times.
Brian thanked outgoing Chairman Peter MacLeod for leading the club through the challenging Covid years and is excited to continue building on his great work. He believes that with the strong team around him, the 41 Club Nerja is in a good position and ready for the future.
With members from nine different countries, the 41 Club Nerja is a diverse and dynamic group that enjoys a variety of activi town to host such a significant event. He also highlighted the beauty of the town and its location near to the sea, making it a fantastic destination for tourists.
Race organisers, Deporinter, have designed an incredible route to make history in Spanish women’s cycling, which has included the addition of a fifth stage.
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ties and gatherings. From private tours of the Cueva de Nerja caves to sailing trips, jeep safaris, cultural and historical tours, friendly lunches, and BBQs with friends and family, there is something for everyone.
41 Club Nerja has several exciting events planned including a Coronation Party which is set to take place on Saturday, May 6. The group is always open to new members.
More information is available online at: http://41clubnerja.org/index.htm
Betty Henderson
SAYALONGA is preparing for an exciting event on Sunday, May 7 with the ‘Nispero Day’ which celebrates the town’s distinctive plumlike fruit! Visitors can expect a day of delicious food, music, and fun activities.
The highlight of the event will be 1,500 kilogrammes of juicy and sweet nisperos that will be handed out to guests, along with locally produced moscatel wine. There will also be tasting sessions of nispero liqueur and jam.
The event will take place in Plaza Rafael Alcoba, starting at 11am. Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy live music, cultural activities, and shop for local crafts and products.
The Sayalonga nispero, grown by local farmers, is known for its unique taste, quality, and size. The fruit is similar in appearance to an apricot or a plum and has a yelloworange colour when ripe.
The fruit has a tangy, sweet flavour and is often eaten fresh, but it can also be used in jams and other desserts. The unique event has also been declared an event of ‘Tourist Interest’ by the regional government in Malaga who invite visitors to check out the festival and learn more about Sayalonga.
