Puente Nuevo and El Tajo Gorge

Puente Nuevo and El Tajo Gorge in Ronda

One of the few cities in the world to be naturally split into two halves, the city  of Ronda has the Puente Nuevo and El Tajo Gorge! The gorge also served as the most formidable defence Ronda’s enemies have ever tried to attack. Known as “El Tajo”, the gorge was created by constant erosion of the river Guadalevín.

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Puente Nuevo Vehicle Access Restrictions in Ronda

Puente Nuevo and El Tajo Gorge in Ronda

After a delay from the original January launch date, Ronda’s controversial Puente Nuevo vehicle restrictions took effect from August 1, 2025. The updated traffic control measure will limit bridge access to vehicles registered and taxed within Ronda, a move designed to protect the town’s historic core and improve urban mobility. Basically, if your car is not registered in Ronda then you cannot enter.

Practical tips

  • To avoid fines (70 Euros), do not rely solely on GPS directions through Calle Virgen de la Paz or Puente Nuevo unless your vehicle is registered in Ronda.
  • Instead, use the ring road (A-374 / A-369) and park outside the historic centre, then walk in. See information on where to park in Ronda here.
  • If you are staying inside the restricted zone, ask your accommodation in advance to submit your vehicle registration to the local police so you can enter without penalties. (Hire companies are charging around 30 euros “processing fees” to pay your fine for you.)

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Hotel Ronda in Ronda’s Moorish Quarter

Hotel Ronda in Ronda, Spain

Finding a hotel in Ronda is easy, there are so many to choose from. But, not all hotels are created equal! The hotel Ronda located next to the Casa del Rey Moro (The Moorish King’s House) is one of these delightful little hotels most people only hear about after their holiday. Hotel Ronda in Ronda’s Moorish Quarter

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Puente Nuevo Interpretation Museum

Puente Nuevo and El Tajo Gorge in Ronda

The Puente Nuevo is one of Ronda’s most famous landmarks, in fact the bridge is one of the most photographed manmade structures in Spain. The interpretation museum is inside the bridge, in the large room under the road. At various times this has been a prison, a hotel, and a bar.

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Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo in Ronda

Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo

This is an archived article. For up to date information about the Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo click here. Ronda Town Hall has approved a project to construct a walkway at the bottom of the famous gorge in the town. The renowned architect, Luis Machuca, known for designing Malaga’s Caminito del Rey, is behind this … Read more