Come with us to the one that crowns that list to know What is the happiest town in Spain?because it is located in Andalusialike most of those who lead this particular ranking. Can you guess which one it is?
Round
He happiest town in Andalusia and from Spain, according to this study, it is Roundin the province of Malaga 100 kilometers from the provincial capital. With a population of about 33,329 inhabitants, according to data from the INE (National Institute of Statistics) in 2023, its friendly people enjoy an exceptional place to live, thanks to its landscapes, its nature and the beauty of its historical heritage.
The famous New Bridgethe Arab baths in the old Jewish quarter, the Mondragon Palacethe Puerta de Almocábar, the Palace of the Marquis of Salvatierra, the bullring and the House of the Moro King are just some of the places that make it such a special place. Nor should we forget the walls of Ronda and its various museums, such as the Lara Museum and the Hair Museum. And don’t stop walking through it Father Jesus neighborhood and get closer to him Aldehuela Viewpoint to take in the views. Another great place for this is the Cuenca Gardens, located on the ledge of the Tajo de Ronda.
Nature
The natural spaces that surround Ronda are another fundamental factor that makes it the happiest town in Spain. Any of them is perfect to disconnect from daily life, practice hikingcarry out mountain bike routes or on horseback and sign up for activities active tourismamong which are the canyoning and buggy excursions. The Natural Park of Sierra de Grazalemahe Alcornocales Natural Park and the Sierra de las Nieves Natural Park These are the three that await you in the area.
Likewise, you can visit places that will surely surprise you. The Cat Cavein the Grazalema mountain range, which is home to natural pools; the Tagus Routeto contemplate the gorge of this river; and the Route of the Millswhich begins in the center of the town to descend to the valley and discover the old mills of Alarcón and San Antonio. And keep in mind that, in the vicinity of Ronda, it is possible to follow the route to visit the Roman ruins of Acinipo.
Gastronomy and wine tourism
Round is a quiet townin which its residents enjoy a high quality of life and one gastronomy fabulous. Between its traditional products and its typical dishes, if you are going to visit it, be sure to taste the beans with tomatogoat cheese, migas with chorizo and the Rondeña tortilla, among others. In addition, it is a perfect town to go out for tapas in its bars, restaurants and taverns, where you will be surprised by tapas such as fried pig’s ear and crispy oxtail.
If you like the world of wine, you can sign up for a wine tourismsince the town is one of the stops on the Ronda and Malaga Wine Route. Don’t forget to visit the Cortijo los Aguilares Winerywhere tastings, walks through the pasture or picnics in the shade of the centuries-old oaks are offered, among other experiences. Another option is the Barefoot Old Winerywith tastings and guided tours by a winemaker.
Festivals and traditions
In Ronda there is no shortage of festivals and traditions to enjoy music, fun and good times with family and friends, in a town that always welcomes visitors with open arms. Among them stand out the Pedro Romero Fairduring the first week of September, the San Francisco Neighborhood Fair, at the beginning of October, the Easter week and the Royal May Fair.
Likewise, the residents of Ronda enjoy the varied programming of the festival all year round. Vicente Espinel Municipal Theaterin the Alameda del Tajo. There is also an outdoor stage: the Blas Infante Auditoriumwhere the cycles of summer cinema.
Other happy towns
Curiously, in this Azucarera study, the first positions are all occupied by Andalusian towns, since after Ronda there are Nerja, Chipiona and Tarifa. You have to wait for fifth place to find a town in the Valencian Community: Peniscolaand the following to travel to the north of Spain, with Santillana del Mar and San Vicente de la Barquera in Cantabria, Sanxenxo in Galicia and Ribadesella in Asturias.
