Sculptures in Nerja

Nerja is a town that houses many symbols of its history in its streets. In these lines we collect the details about the most remarkable sculptures that you will not be able to miss if you travel to Nerja :

1. King Alfonso XII

The bronze statue in honor of King Alfonso XII is one of the most popular sculptures in Nerja. Dressed and calm, the sculpture rests on the railing of the Mirador del Balcón de Europa . In front of his feet you can see the plaque of the monument: King Alfonso XII gave the name of "Balcón de Europa" to this viewpoint, on the occasion of his visit to Nerja on January 12, 1885. Author Francisco Martín (28 de February 2003). Through this work, the Nerja City Council commemorates the visit of the monarch and the baptism of the viewpoint.

2. Chanquete

In honor of Chanquete there is a sculpture facing the sea. The eternal protagonist of the Verano Azul series that conquered the hearts of viewers. Specifically in front of the Calahonda Beach . Under his feet appears the following inscription: In homage to Chanquete the old fisherman of that blue summer. In Nerja we want to always remember you near the sea, our sea. Nerja, May 24, 2019. Sculptor Francisco Martín Molina.

3. Discoverers of the Nerja Cave

This small sculpture located on the Paseo del Balcón de Europa reproduces on a smaller scale the work that we will find at the entrance of the Cueva de Nerja . From this work the sculptor Francisco Martín illustrates the five discoverers of the caves. The figures of the discoverers rest on a globe. The 50th anniversary of the discovery of the Cueva de Nerja brought with it this magnificent work located on the Balcón de Europa.

4. Square of the Discoverers of the Cave of Nerja

In front of the entrance of the Cueva de Nerja there is a sculpture that illustrates the discoverers of the Cueva de Nerja. This work represents the five young people who explored the interior of the caves on January 12, 1959. This sculpture carved in stone commemorates the 48th anniversary of this fantastic find. The names of the discoverers appear on a plaque.

5. Cave of Nerja Monument

A large rock located in one of the most popular streets of Nerja (Calle Pintada) commemorates the existence and conservation of the Cueva de Nerja.

6. Rape of Europe

The Rapture of Europe is a sculpture that you will see at the entrance to Nerja. If you travel towards Torrox you will see a large area of gardens on the left end of the road. Specifically on the N-340 road. In this place is the sculpture of the Rapture of Europe, along with an anchor and a stone sculpture composed of the letters that form the name of Nerja.

The sculptor Aurelio Teno illustrates through this work the abduction suffered by Europa (a figure in Greek mythology). In this way, Aurelio represents the beginnings of Spain as a country of the European Union.

7. Statue of Don Quixote

The Statue of Don Quixote rests in the Plaza de Cuatro Caminos with the following inscription: An abandoned, despised, and scarred man, fought to his last ounce of courage for peace and justice among men. Sculptor, Aurelio Teno.

8. Europe Fountain

The Fountain of Europe is made up of 25 stones to represent the union of the European community. Located on the seafront of La Torrecilla Beach . Under the Plaza de los Cangrejos. Although previously it was close to the Verano Azul Park.

Each of the stones comes from the countries that were part of the European Union in 2002. The central base is built through 8 stones that represent the community of Andalusia. Its inauguration was held on July 12, 2002.

9. Monument in honor of Antonio Mercero.

In tribute to the director of Verano Azul, Antonio Mercero, the Burriana Beach promenade houses a sculpture representing the work of the filmmaker during the production of the series in the 80s. The filming of the series took place mainly in Nerja and in its surroundings. Verano Azul moved many viewers of the time. Without a doubt, it is one of the most representative creations of this illustrious film director.