26th May 2026 
Leave a commentDiscover with us the most popular Gastronomic Festivals in Malaga in June.
The province of Malaga, with its mild climate, has the great fortune to be producing fruit and vegetables practically all year round. And every month you can try other local delicacies, prepared in the traditional way and t free of charge.
The most popular Gastronomic Festivals in Malaga in June will take you along the white villages situated in the scenic high mountain area of the Axarquía in the eastern part of the province. And we will also visit Alora in the Guadalhorce valley. Come and join us!
Cateto Bread Day in Corumbela
The next of the Gastronomic Festivals in Malaga in June takes us to the tiny and almost unknown village of Corumbela with less than 300 inhabitants.
This is no obstacle to celebrating! During its gastronomic festival the villagers pay homage to their traditional ‘cateto’ bread. In Corumbela they still knead it by hand and bake it in the traditional wood-fired oven, giving it a special flavour. In many homes there are still ovens.
The programme runs from 12 noon to 5 pm and there will be performances, a popular paella and a tasting of traditional bread in La Era.
- When: June 7
- Where: Corumbela
- How to get there
Natural Spring
On the outskirts of the village, you will find the natural spring Las Tres Fuentes with its natural and crystal clear water. This is where people used to collect water. The area nowadays is a recreational area with wooden benches and tables and some trees.
Magnificent viewpoints
Belonging to the municipality of Sayalonga in the Axarquia region, the village is situated at 630 metres above sea level. Visitors can enjoy magnificent views in all directions, including views of the Mediterranean.
The village has three viewpoints from which you can enjoy splendid views.
- Mirador de las Pitas
- Mirador de Corumbela
- Mirador de la Era in the upper part of the village.
Cherry Festival in Alfarnate
We have already mentioned Alfarnate in several other articles. Also located in the Axarquia region, this village of just over a thousand inhabitants is situated at 925 metres above sea level.
It therefore takes the crown among the highest villages in Malaga.
Due to this high-altitude climate, the village produces some very rich cherries. In fact, Alfarnate is the most important producer of cherries in the whole province.
Every year in June, with a variable date depending on the harvest, the Cherry Day takes place. Visitors can enjoy free tastings of more than 600 kg of Alfarnate cherries.
There are also stalls with other local products, such as bread, sweets, vegetables or oil from the Virgen de la Monsalud or goat’s cheese from the area.
The event has become very popular in recent years and receives a large number of visitors eager to buy cherries. All this is enlivened with fandango and traditional dances in a festive atmosphere.
- When: 20 June
- Where: Alfarnate
- How to get there
A stroll through the Mudejar-style old town centre
Alfarnate preserves the essence of its Muslim origins in its urban layout, with narrow streets, flower-filled corners and charming little squares. Unlike the other villages of the Axarquia and and despite its considerable altitude, its urban centre is flat.
In other words, you won’t have to struggle up steep alleys and you will be able to discover some unique alleys in the old town: Fortuna, Sierrezuela, Triana, Aljófar and Sacristía-Mediodía alleys have Mudejar-style arches at the top of them.
Privileged location
Alfarnate has a privileged location between Malaga and Granada with valleys planted with olive and cherry trees, surrounded by imposing mountain ranges.
In the past the village was the port of passage between the two provinces. The old Inn of Alfarnate throughout its century-long history it had famous guests such as Alfonso XIII and the bandit José María el Tempranillo.
It is the oldest Inn in Andalusia of those still standing. Nowadays it is a restaurant-museum where you can taste the traditional food of the area in a setting full of history.
Liquid Gold
Do you like virgin olive oil? It is also worth highlighting Alfarnate´s olive oil production, being one of the municipalities of the Olive Oil and Mountains Route. In Alfarnate there are several cooperatives where you can buy the green gold of excellent quality: Cooperativa Virgen De Monsalud and Aceites Cañero Alfarnate S.L.
Magnificent Views
Alfarnate has unique mountain landscapes to enjoy. You can walk up to the hermitage of the Virgen de Monsalud, located in the highest part of the village, from where you can enjoy spectacular views of the valley and the surrounding mountains.
- Santo Cristo viewpoint at the top of the village, but still close to the town centre. Its a natural viewpoint with tables and benches to enjoy a picnic among the native flora, offers the best views of the town and its surroundings.
- Mirador de la Gran Senda de Málaga is a recently built viewpoint with panoramic views.
In addition, the municipality has several short trails that are ideal for walking, horse riding or cycling.
