Convert a Family walk In one Comic vignette It is already possible in southern Spain. The most famous Spanish comic book characters with Mortadello and Philemon At their head, they settled permanently in Torremolinos (Málaga).
The famous park … Battery, green lung 74000 meters The free-entry plazas have established themselves as a destination chosen for a unique tribute to cartoonist Francisco Ibáñez, becoming a new and obligatory pilgrimage point for nostalgic people and families.
The place is known so far for its amazing views of the coast and its surroundings Military pastrecently opened a thematic space that pays tribute to the genius of Ibanez, who died in 2023. This new area, which is designed as Cultural attraction and tourist The first level was inaugurated on October 2, 2025 by the Mayor of Torremolinos, Margarita del Cid (PP), and the creator’s daughter, Nuria Ibáñez.
Visitors entering this area of the park will find… Eight great characters 3D, made of polyester resin and fiberglass, which perfectly simulates the author’s world. The tour includes TIA couple, Mortadelo and Filemón; To the unambiguous Pepe Gotera and Otilio; to saccharine buttons; To endearment Crusher And the character of Francisco Ibáñez himself.
As a nod to the local culture, one of the star characters is Mortadello, on this occasion, dressed in costume Sardine skewerlinking the specificity of Malaga with the universal humor of the cartoonist. The city’s mayor, Margarita del Cid, confirmed that this is a project into which the council has put “all the enthusiasm and affection” to honor Most popular author Subordinate Spanish comedian At the same time, “giving greater weight and visibility” to the city’s main enclave.
History between the canyons
Although Ibanez’s claim is new, Battery Park owes its name to its true origin: it was a park battery to Defensive coast (Montemar battery) built-in 1937. Far from hiding this past, the park incorporates it as one of its main attractions.
Cannons of the Battery Park in Torremolinos
Visitors can walk between Rehabilitation of underground bunkersAnd think about the wonderful pieces of artillery The originals that defended the coast. They highlight Defender Gonzalez Rueda model 1902caliber 150/50, which remain in their original positions, and offer a History lesson With a view of the Mediterranean Sea.
Entertainment beyond comics
The park, which opened in its current form in 2007, is much more than just its statues and military history. The central element of the case is large Artificial lake to 9000 square metersYesWherever possible Boat rental For a walk the symbolic price is one euro.
Next to the lake is one of the park’s gems: A circular Classic Venetian style, with approx 50 charactersYes Between horses and carriages, delighting little ones for only 50 cents a ride.
An aerial view of Battery Park in Torremolinos
In addition, the park contains control tower 15 meters high offers one of More complete panoramic images From the coast of Torremolinos and the Gulf of Malaga. The entertainment offer is complete with a wide range stadium For children, a network of paths, a bicycle path and a path Run,Unification of space as Big green lung For the municipality, it is a benchmark for the quality and family tourism promoted by the Costa del Sol.
With this addition, Battery Park was created as An essential visit On the Costa del Sol. Torremolinos City Council’s commitment to Family tourism and Cultural It gives the municipality a unique appeal, as it integrates… Historical legacy From the old defensive battery with the emotional memory of several generations of Spaniards who grew up reading adventures Agents Subordinate paternal aunt.
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