The Cable Inglés was designed by an engineer associated with Gustave Eiffel’s firm and features a unique cantilevered iron structure.
The park occupies land that was once part of the active railway logistics zone for Almería’s mineral exports.
The name 'Almadrabillas' refers to the traditional tuna fishing methods, specifically the small-scale 'almadraba' nets once used in the coastal waters.
The park contains a monument honoring the victims of the Nazi concentration camp Mauthausen, many of whom were Spanish Republicans from Almería.
The park acts as a windbreak for the city, shielding lower residential areas from strong Mediterranean gusts.
Parque de las Almadrabillas is a prominent linear seaside park in Almería situated along the coastline adjacent to the city's port area. The park features the iconic Cable Inglés, a massive 19th-century iron ore loading quay that serves as an industrial heritage landmark. It includes extensive pedestrian walkways, landscaped gardens with Mediterranean flora, and several commemorative monuments. The park provides direct views of the Mediterranean Sea and is integrated into the city's coastal promenade. Its design emphasizes the connection between the urban center and the harbor district. The site is a key transition space between the historical port infrastructure and modern residential development.
From the center of the park looking upward at the iron structure of the Cable Inglés.
Visit during the golden hour to capture the iron texture of the Cable Inglés against the sunset.
Walk the full length of the promenade to transition seamlessly into the nearby Playa de las Almadrabillas.
Check for temporary cultural exhibitions or local markets that frequently utilize the wide open spaces of the park.
Do not attempt to climb the historical industrial structures, as they are preserved heritage sites and structurally restricted.
