As summer comes to an end, the province of Málaga takes on a different pace. October is the perfect time to explore its inland villages, discover its wines, walk through mountainous landscapes and try a traditional meal, all to experience the most authentic and leisurely side of the Costa del Sol.
Madrid, October 7, 2026. There is a side to the Costa del Sol that many travellers have yet to discover. It is the one that emerges when summer comes to an end and the landscape begins to change: the vineyards of the Serranía de Ronda, the white villages of the Axarquía, the forests of the Sierra de las Nieves, the rock formations of El Torcal and the trails that wind through some of Andalusia’s most unique natural landscapes.
October is one of the best times to explore the region. The milder temperatures encourage you to head out into the countryside, whilst the grape harvest season leaves the wineries and villages with an atmosphere closely linked to the land, the cuisine and local traditions.
Ronda: between vineyards, history and mountains
Image: Ramos-Paul Winery, in Ronda. Credits: Turismo Costa del Sol.
In the heart of the Serranía, Ronda brings together some of the main attractions of this autumn getaway. Its most recognisable landmark, the Tajo, stands alongside a landscape of vineyards and wineries that has made wine one of the most fascinating ways to connect with the region’s identity.
Autumn is a great time to visit the local wineries, discover the wines produced in the Serranía and combine these visits with a tour of the historic centre, its palaces and viewpoints. The city is also the doorway to an exceptional natural environment, with protected areas such as the Sierra de las Nieves, the Sierra de Grazalema and Los Alcornocales.
The Muscat grape: the Axarquía essence
Image: Comares and the ruins of its ancient fortress, in the Axarquía region of Málaga. Credits: Turismo Costa del Sol.
To the east of Málaga, the Axarquía region is home to one of the province’s most distinctive traditions: the cultivation of Muscat grapes. A tour of villages such as Moclinejo, Almáchar, El Borge, Cútar and Comares allows visitors to discover a region where vine-growing forms part of the landscape and everyday life. The Raisin Route showcases this heritage through the characteristic drying sheds, where the grapes are dried naturally, and through a culinary tradition in which raisins and Muscat wine continue to play a leading role. It is an experience that invites you to discover the Axarquía through its flavours and to gain an insight into a way of life that has been passed down from generation to generation.
Discover the Costa el Sol at your own pace
Image: Valle del Guadalhorce in autum. Credits: Turismo Costa del Sol.
Aside from the mild temperatures and the chance to continue enjoying the coast, autumn allows you to discover a different side to the Costa del Sol: one that is quieter and more closely linked to its villages, landscapes and traditions. In a single trip, you can visit the vineyards of Ronda, discover the culture of raisin-making in the Axarquía, walk amongst the mountains, explore the white villages and end the day staring at the Mediterranean.
A combination of wine, nature, gastronomy, heritage and the sea makes October a particularly appealing time to explore the destination and discover a province of Málaga that offers so much more than just sun and beaches.
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