This week in Málaga ran on heat: a wildfire near the city triggered emergency measures, a separate fire in Toledo cut high-speed rail links to Madrid, and Caminito del Rey closed for two days as forecasts hit 44°C. Alongside that, the Costa del Sol's summer season carried on regardless, with Brisa Festival opening at the port, the housing market still pulling in foreign buyers, and a new nationwide smoking law and a food recall for residents to keep in mind.
The Week's Biggest Stories
Wildfire prompts emergency measures near Málaga
Authorities declared an emergency after a forest fire broke out in the Málaga area this week. People near the affected zone are being told to stay clear and follow official safety instructions. The fire is one of several heat driven incidents reported across the province this summer.
High speed trains to Madrid suspended after Toledo wildfire
A wildfire near Toledo forced Renfe to suspend AVE high speed services between Málaga and Madrid from Friday afternoon. All trains on the route were affected while crews worked to bring the fire under control. Anyone traveling north should check Renfe's status page before heading to the station.
Caminito del Rey closes two days for extreme heat
The Caminito del Rey walkway shut down on July 23 and 24 as forecasts pointed to temperatures near 44°C. The closure was a precaution given how exposed and long the walk is along the gorge. It was expected to reopen once conditions eased.
Listeria found in batch of Iberian sausage sold in Andalucía
Health authorities issued a regional alert after detecting Listeria in a specific batch of Iberian sausage sold in the area. Shoppers who bought the affected product are being asked to return it rather than eat it. Official bulletins carry the exact batch and brand details worth checking before buying similar products.
Foreign buyers now a third of Costa del Sol property sales
New figures show international buyers account for roughly one in three property sales along the Costa del Sol, with prices up more than 73 percent over five years. The trend underlines how competitive the local housing market has become for anyone renting or buying in the Málaga area. It is a useful data point for residents weighing whether to buy now or wait.
New national law restricts smoking on terraces and beaches
A new Spanish law bans smoking in a wider range of public spaces, including outdoor terraces and beaches, and adds fines for underage consumption. The change applies nationwide, not only in Málaga. Residents should check official sources for the full list of newly restricted areas and penalties.
Brisa Festival opens at the port with most tickets sold
Brisa Festival began on July 23 at the Puerto de Málaga, with headline acts and new accessibility measures for attendees. More than 80 percent of tickets were already sold before opening night. It is one of the city's bigger summer music events and runs for several days at the port.
Renfe adds cheap Avlo trains to Madrid from 9 euros
Renfe is running extra low cost Avlo services between Madrid and Málaga every Tuesday and Wednesday from August 4 through September 9, with fares starting at 9 euros. It is a budget option for residents planning trips to the capital later this summer. Seats on the cheapest fares tend to sell out quickly.
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