The hercynian diastrophism in the Betic of Málaga, SE Spain: a discussion

Abstract

Arguments for and against a hercynian diastrophism in the Betic of Málaga (especially of the Vélez Rubio region) are briefly discussed. It is concluded that the transition in facies, from Paleozoic turbidites to a Permo-Triassic alluvial fan, and the contrast in detritus of the Paleozoic and Permo-Triassic sediments favour the hypothesis of a hercynian diastrophism.