Cabo de Palos feels different before you even reach the sea. The road narrows, low houses appear, fishing boats rock in the harbour, and the lighthouse rises ahead like a marker between everyday life and somewhere slower. This small headland in the Region of Murcia has a rare mix of things that make a coastal place linger in the memory: clear coves, salty air, a working fishing village feel, easy seafood lunches, and one of the most beautiful sunset viewpoints on Spain’s sout