Cabo de Gata in August: the hottest month demands stricter timing

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August is the hottest month of the year: in the natural park, go before 9am or after 7pm, never at midday. Mónsul and Playazo de Rodalquilar are far more pleasant early and late. Bring plenty of water and closed shoes for the trails.

Written by Alex and Fran, who have run the three Hestía apartments in Vera Playa since 2016.