Published September 16, 2025 | Category: Expats & Living

Looking for a supermarket that combines fresh produce, a traditional fishmonger and butcher, plus international products and weekly offers? Discover HiperVera — a family business with more than 20 years of experience.

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HiperVera: Vera’s Flagship Supermarket.

For over two decades, Centro Hiper has been a familiar name in Almería’s retail landscape. As a family-owned supermarket chain, it combines tradition with modern convenience, offering customers a mix of fresh local produce, international favourites and competitive prices. With four stores across the province — and a flagship in Vera Pueblo — HiperVera continues to grow as a trusted choice for families, expats and holiday homeowners.

Four Stores Across the Province

HiperVera operates four large supermarkets in key towns:

• Hiper Vera – Vera Pueblo (flagship with two shopping floors)
• Centro Hiper – Olula del Río (main headquarters)
• Hiper Almanzora – Santa María del Águila
• Hiper Almanzora – Albox

All stores provide wide aisles, comfortable shopping areas and spacious indoor and outdoor parking. They are open 12 hours a day without interruption, making them accessible for both residents and visitors. Among them, the Vera Pueblo supermarket stands out as the chain’s showcase store.

Vera Pueblo: Two Floors of Products and Services

The flagship branch in Vera Pueblo is designed as a complete shopping destination, spread over two full floors. The ground floor is dedicated to fresh products: a bustling fish counter with daily deliveries from Andalusian ports, a full-service butchery with cuts prepared to order, a traditional charcuterie with Spanish hams and sausages, and a large fruit and vegetable section stocked with seasonal produce. Upstairs, customers can explore an extensive range of household goods, cleaning products, electronics, toys and seasonal decorations — making it one of the most complete supermarkets in the Levante region.

Freshness and Value Every Day

HiperVera prides itself on offering quality at the right price. Premium fruits, vegetables and meats are often available at particularly attractive and competitive prices. Bakery items, deli specialities and ready-to-cook products add further convenience. Across all stores, freshness and personal service remain at the heart of the shopping experience.

Weekly Offers and Promotions

A hallmark of HiperVera is its programme of weekly offers. Each week, customers find new deals on staples such as meats, seafood boxes, bakery products and pantry essentials, alongside discounts in non-food categories like appliances, toys and garden furniture. These promotions allow shoppers to combine quality with excellent value, making every visit worthwhile.

International Products for the Expat Community

HiperVera is especially popular with the international community thanks to its wide selection of imported products. Dutch cheeses, Belgian chocolates, British teas, biscuits and cereals are just a few of the items on the shelves. The Vera Pueblo branch has expanded its international section significantly in recent years, reflecting the needs of expats and second-home owners who want a taste of home alongside local favourites.

Beyond Groceries: More Than a Supermarket

HiperVera is more than a place to buy food. Its upstairs departments stock electronics ranging from small kitchen appliances to washing machines and fridges. Seasonal aisles rotate throughout the year, with summer beach gear, autumn heating products, winter decorations and spring home décor. A large toy section adds to its family appeal, making the stores popular with children as well as parents.

Customer Services and Community Role

The chain offers home delivery for larger grocery orders and installation services for major appliances. Staff are friendly and multilingual, providing assistance in both Spanish and English. With uninterrupted 12-hour opening schedules, HiperVera adapts to modern lifestyles while maintaining its family values. As a local business, it has built strong community ties by supporting events and being an active part of town life.

Variety, value and personal service

From Vera Pueblo to Olula, from Santa María del Águila to Albox, HiperVera combines variety, value and personal service. With its flagship Vera store offering two floors of products, a traditional fishmonger and butcher, weekly promotions and international brands, the chain remains a trusted shopping destination for locals, expats and visitors alike.

Looking for your next weekly shop? Visit Hiper Vera in Vera Pueblo or one of the other Hipermarkets, and enjoy the combination of family service, unbeatable value and fresh products every day.

You can find Hiper Vera at: Carretera de la Ronda, 04620 Vera, Almería, Spain.
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Published: May 25, 2025 | Category: News

TL;DR: A new public educational institute is now under construction in Almerimar, El Ejido, with €8.6 million in funding and plans to relieve pressure on the area’s overcrowded schools.

New educational institute begins construction in Almerimar

The coastal town of Almerimar, located within the municipality of El Ejido, will soon be home to a new public educational institute. Construction officially began this month, marking a major investment in the area’s educational infrastructure.

With a planned budget of €8.6 million, the new facility will significantly expand access to secondary education and vocational training for local students. Officials say the project is part of a broader regional strategy to modernise and decentralise educational services in the growing communities along Almería’s western coast.

📚 Meeting a growing demand

Local schools in El Ejido have faced increasing pressure due to rising enrolment figures. The new institute in Almerimar is designed to relieve that strain by offering an additional 480 school places, along with modern classrooms, science labs, workshops and sports facilities.

According to the Town Hall of El Ejido, the project includes sustainable building features, energy-efficient systems and improved accessibility for students with disabilities.

🏗️ Timeline and impact

The construction phase is expected to last approximately 18 months, with the first student intake projected for the 2026–2027 academic year. Local authorities have emphasised the positive economic impact during construction as well, with jobs and services supporting the project over the coming year and a half.

Community leaders in Almerimar have long advocated for the creation of more educational facilities closer to home, citing long travel times and school overcrowding in central El Ejido.

“This is a much-needed step for our young people and their future,” said a spokesperson for the local education council. “We’re investing not just in infrastructure, but in opportunity.”

For official updates and planning documents, visit the municipal website of El Ejido.

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