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Heladeria Valenciano

Name: Heladeria Valenciano
Address: Edificio Balcón De Europa 1, 29780 Nerja, Málaga, Nerja, Málaga, 29780, ES
Telephone: 615 42 63 45

Located right in the heart of Balcon de Europa, Heladeria Valenciano is a classic meeting place in Nerja for enjoying artisan ice creams and huge sundaes with unbeatable views of the Mediterranean Sea.

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It is open every day, 11:00 to 24:00.
Most praised: Great choice of flavours · Generous scoops and thick cones · Distinctive flavours like milhojas and merengada
Kids welcome

Heladeria Valenciano is one of those establishments that enjoys a truly privileged location in Nerja. Situated right on the emblematic Balcon de Europa, this venue becomes an essential stop for residents and tourists strolling through the municipality’s neuralgic centre and looking to cool off during the warm days of the Costa del Sol. Its outdoor terrace allows you to watch the comings and goings of people while enjoying the sea breeze and spectacular views of the sea.

The house speciality is, without doubt, its artisan-made ice creams. In its display case, a wide variety of flavours stands out, ranging from classic favourites such as chocolate, vanilla or strawberry, to more elaborate options and large ice cream sundaes decorated with fruit, syrups and cream. In addition to its ice cream offering, the establishment also operates as a café, so it is common to see customers enjoying freshly made waffles, crêpes, assorted cakes or simply a good coffee in the afternoon.

The atmosphere at Heladeria Valenciano is lively, touristy and very family-friendly. As it is located in such a busy pedestrian area, it is an ideal place to go with children, as they can enjoy their favourite treat in a safe environment. The service stands out for its speed in attending to terrace tables, allowing turnover to remain smooth even during the busiest summer periods, making it a classic part of Nerja’s leisure scene.

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Review profile

Summary of the 310 most recent Google and Tripadvisor reviews (April 2023 – October 2026). These are visitors' opinions, analysed by EsNerja.

According to 310 recent reviews on Google (300) and Tripadvisor (10): standouts are menu (90 % of 67 mentions), portions (87 % of 38 mentions), location (94 % of 24 mentions); most mentioned: great choice of flavours · generous scoops and thick cones · distinctive flavours like milhojas and merengada · location next to the Balcón de Europa.

Last 12 months

4.0 (106) vs 4.1 (81) the year before

The rating is steady.

Months with the best average rating

March, April, September

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What people talk about most, and how

Food77 % · 236
Menu90 % · 67
Value for Money59 % · 58
Portions87 % · 38
Wait Time15 % · 37
Location94 % · 24

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Frequently asked questions

Heladeria Valenciano is at Edificio Balcón De Europa 1, 29780 Nerja, Málaga.

It is open every day, 11:00 to 24:00. These are the hours it lists on Google; they can change on public holidays and out of season, so call 615 42 63 45 before you go.

Heladeria Valenciano has a 3.7 out of 5 rating on Google from 422 reviews. Ice cream parlour beside the Balcón de Europa, with lots of flavours, generous scoops and long queues. Opinions are split: many call it the best in town, others find it ordinary and pricey, and a few criticise the service.

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