This year the All Saints’ Day holiday turns into a long weekend: 1 November falls on a Sunday, so the Andalusian regional government has moved the bank holiday to Monday 2 November 2026. That means three days off in a row, from Saturday 31 October to Monday 2 November, and almost everyone is asking the same question: beach or mountains, stay in the city or hit the road?

The good news is that November in Málaga starts with weather that most of Europe has already said goodbye to: the forecast points to highs of 25 °C in the city and 23-24 °C around Antequera, with mild lows on the coast and cool nights inland. It is probably the best time of year to explore the province, without the summer heat or the August crowds.

In this guide we explain what weather to expect over the long weekend, eight specific things to do (most of them inland, where autumn really shows its colours), what is open and what is closed on the Monday bank holiday, and a few tips so you don’t lose your morning in a traffic jam or in front of a closed ticket office.

What will the weather be like in Málaga over the November long weekend?

According to the municipal forecast from the Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), checked on 26 October 2026, the long weekend arrives with highs of 25 °C and lows of 16 °C in Málaga city, and highs of 23-24 °C with lows of 10-12 °C around Antequera: temperatures well above what most of Spain can expect at this time of year. In this panel you can check the live weather and the updated forecast for the three days of the long weekend:

In practice, that means T-shirt weather at midday and a jacket in the morning and evening, especially inland, where the gap between the low and the high is around 13 degrees. In the city there will be some cloud and a chance of showers of no more than 40% at the wettest times; around Antequera the chance of rain is low. The forecast for Monday 2 November was not yet available when this article was published, so it’s worth checking it a couple of days before.

A common mistake is to assume November is already “low season” and to save outdoor plans for spring. In Málaga it’s the other way round: the countryside turns green again with the first rains, the light is softer and you can walk at midday without hunting for shade.

1. Laberintus Park: an outdoor day out for the whole family in Humilladero

We’ll start at home. Laberintus Park is an outdoor leisure park in Humilladero, 500 metres from the A-92 motorway exit and right in the geographical centre of Andalusia. Its centrepiece is a large living hedge labyrinth, surrounded by traditional games, an amphitheatre, a rest area and a kiosk bar.

It’s a plan that works especially well in autumn: with highs of 23-24 °C you can explore the labyrinth without getting too hot, and the sunny inland mornings are perfect for kids to run around while the adults relax. The park is also dog-friendly, which is unusual for leisure venues of this kind.

If you’re looking for more ideas along these lines, we have an up-to-date guide to things to do with kids in Málaga.

2. Antequera: World Heritage Dolmens and historic centre

About 20 minutes from Humilladero, Antequera is the must-see stop inland. The Antequera Dolmens Site (Menga, Viera and El Romeral, together with the natural monuments of La Peña de los Enamorados and El Torcal) has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2016. Stepping inside Menga, built almost 6,000 years ago, is far more impressive than any photo suggests.

Afterwards, it’s well worth walking up to the Alcazaba and the Royal Collegiate Church of Santa María la Mayor, and finishing with a mollete antequerano (soft bread roll) or a bowl of porra, the local cold tomato soup, in the town centre.

3. El Torcal de Antequera: Andalusia’s most famous karst landscape

El Torcal is one of those places you have to see at least once. Its limestone formations, shaped over millions of years, create a landscape that looks like another planet. In autumn, with mild temperatures, it’s the ideal time to explore it.

For most visitors the green route (around 1.5 km, 45 minutes to an hour) or the yellow route (about 3 km) is plenty. Bear in mind that at almost 1,200 metres above sea level it’s noticeably colder than in Antequera, and there may be fog in the morning. Bring an extra layer even if it’s sunny down below.

4. Fuente de Piedra Lagoon: nature 10 minutes from Laberintus

The Fuente de Piedra Lagoon Nature Reserve is the largest salt lake in Andalusia and one of the most important breeding sites for the greater flamingo in Europe. The visitor centre, viewpoints and trails around it make for a relaxed walk of one or two hours.

To be honest, November isn’t the best month to see large flocks of flamingos. After the summer the lagoon usually holds little water until the rains arrive, and the biggest colonies are seen in late winter and spring. Even so, the evening light over the lagoon and the village atmosphere make the visit worthwhile, especially if you combine it with other nearby plans. We cover it in detail in our guide on what to see in Fuente de Piedra.

5. Copper Forest and Genal Valley: real autumn in Málaga

If one plan sums up November in Málaga, it’s this one. The chestnut woods of the Genal Valley, in the Serranía de Ronda, change colour in autumn and cover the valley in ochre and copper tones, hence the name Bosque de Cobre, or Copper Forest. November is usually when the colours are at their best, and it coincides with the end of the chestnut harvest and the traditional chestnut roasts in the villages.

Villages such as Pujerra, Igualeja, Parauta, Cartajima and Jubrique are the starting points. The circular route between Pujerra and Igualeja is around 14.5 km long and of moderate difficulty, but you don’t need to do all of it: there are viewpoints and short sections starting from the villages themselves.

Before you go, check with the valley’s town halls whether any chestnut festivals are scheduled for those days: the dates change every year and some villages hold them in early November.

6. Ronda: the gorge, Puente Nuevo and historic quarters

Ronda is another classic that’s even better in autumn. Without the summer heat, the walk between the Puente Nuevo, the Casa del Rey Moro, the Arab Baths and the San Francisco quarter is much more pleasant. If you combine Ronda with the Genal Valley, you can spend a whole day in the Serranía using the town as your base.

Remember that there will be more visitors than usual over the long weekend: arrive before 10:00 to park easily, and save the gorge viewpoints for first thing in the morning or sunset.

If you’d like to see more villages, take a look at our selection of the most beautiful villages in Málaga.

7. Caminito del Rey: yes, but on Saturday or Sunday

The Caminito del Rey, between Ardales and Álora, is one of the most spectacular walks in Spain, and in autumn the temperatures are perfect for it. But there’s one key detail for this long weekend: the Caminito is closed on Mondays, and its published closing calendar includes Monday 2 November 2026, even though it’s a bank holiday in Andalusia.

If you want to do it, plan it for Saturday 31 October or Sunday 1 November and buy your ticket in advance on the official Caminito del Rey website: on busy dates, places sell out fast.

8. Málaga city and the coast: a November afternoon on the beach

With highs of 25 °C, it’s not unusual to see people sunbathing at La Malagueta or La Misericordia beaches in early November. The sea is no longer warm enough for long swims, but a stroll along the shore, espetos (grilled sardines on skewers) for lunch or an afternoon on the seafront promenade are the perfect complement if you’ve spent the morning inland.

Our advice is to treat the coast as the end of the day, not the main plan: over the long weekend the city centre gets crowded, while inland you’ll find much more space and peace with the same weather.

The perfect plan: combine inland Málaga with Laberintus Park

If you only have one day, this is the route that makes the most of the long weekend’s good weather without spending half the day in the car:

• 10:00: Menga and Viera Dolmens in Antequera (Saturday or Sunday).
• 11:30: Laberintus Park in Humilladero, 20 minutes away, to explore the labyrinth and enjoy the traditional games.
• 14:00: lunch in Humilladero, Mollina or Fuente de Piedra.
• 17:00: sunset from the Fuente de Piedra Lagoon viewpoints, 10 minutes away.

On Monday 2 November, with the dolmens and the Caminito possibly closed, the best order changes: Laberintus Park in the morning (open from 10:30 to 17:00 on bank holidays) and El Torcal or the lagoon in the afternoon. For more ideas in the area, see our guide to exploring inland Málaga.

Tips for enjoying the November long weekend in Málaga

1. Dress in layers. Inland, the temperature can go from 10 °C to 24 °C in a single day. A light jacket in the car will save you from the cold at sunrise or sunset.
2. Check what’s closed on Monday 2 November. A bank holiday doesn’t mean everything is open: the Caminito del Rey is closed and several monuments have reduced hours or close on Mondays.
3. Get up early for the most popular spots. El Torcal, Ronda and the Caminito get busy from mid-morning. Arriving before 10:00 makes a huge difference.
4. Check the AEMET forecast 48 hours before. Forecasts more than five days ahead change a lot; the one from the day before is the one that counts.
5. Book anything with limited capacity. The Caminito del Rey, restaurants in Ronda and rural accommodation in the Genal Valley usually fill up over the long weekend.
6. Plan your driving times. From Málaga, Antequera and Humilladero are less than an hour away via the A-45 and A-92; the Serranía de Ronda needs at least an hour and a half.
7. Respect natural areas. Don’t leave the paths at El Torcal or pick up chestnuts on private land in the Genal Valley.
8. If you’re travelling with a dog, choose carefully. Not every venue allows pets; Laberintus Park does.

Conclusion: November in Málaga is best enjoyed inland

The 2026 All Saints’ long weekend has everything going for it: three days off in a row in Andalusia and weather that lets you spend the day outdoors in short sleeves. The coast is a good option for the afternoon, but where you really feel and enjoy autumn is inland: the dolmens and El Torcal in Antequera, the Fuente de Piedra lagoon, the chestnut woods of the Genal Valley and Ronda.

And if you’re looking for an outdoor plan for the whole family, in the heart of the province and with free parking, Laberintus Park will be open with special bank holiday hours, so your long weekend can include at least one morning in the labyrinth.

Frequently asked questions about November in Málaga and the All Saints’ long weekend