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Chanquete Statue (Nerja) ⚓ INFO, photos and how to get there

The Chanquete statue is located in the municipality of Nerja. It offers a viewpoint with a panoramic perspective and impressive sea views, including El Salón beach and Calahonda beach. The Chanquete statue, formerly located on the seafront promenade below the Balcón

The Chanquete Statue is a bronze tribute to one of the most beloved characters on Spanish television, the much-loved fisherman from the series Verano Azul, filmed in Nerja. Opened in 2019, it has quickly become a small place of pilgrimage for the many fans that the iconic series has left across several generations.

The sculpture is located at a viewpoint with panoramic sea views, from which emblematic beaches such as El Salón and Calahonda can be seen. This privileged setting makes the visit a double experience: a nostalgic reunion with Chanquete and the contemplation of one of the most beautiful landscapes on the Nerja coastline.

Looking for the Chanquete Statue is one of those small attractions that make a walk through Nerja special. For lovers of Verano Azul, it is an essential stop, and for the rest of visitors, a charming viewpoint where you can pause to enjoy the Mediterranean.

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Where to park

Es recomendable estacionar tu vehículo en el Parking del Balcón de Europa si deseas visitar el mirador y tomarte fotografías con la estatua de Chanquete. Hay varios aparcamientos disponibles si desea visitar el balcón de Europa: