A UNIQUE DESTINATION Almuñécar

Almuñécar is considered one of the main tourist spots along the Andalusian coast. This coastline is known as the Costa Tropical, thanks to its long beaches, warm climate and lush tropical and subtropical vegetation. It is a unique area in the Iberian Peninsula and, indeed, in Europe.

Location

Located in the heart of the Costa Tropical , very close to the province of Malaga, it has 19 km of coastline divided into 26 beaches and its temperatures do not drop below 16 degrees in winter, nor do they rise above 35 in summer.

Among its beaches, the visitor will be able to find several overflowing with visitors and services, remote solitary coves and even one where naturism can be practiced.

The offer of activities related to the sea is very complete. From diving, sailing, windsurfing or kayaking courses to the rental of jet skis or excursions and marine charters. It also has a marina with berth and boat rental services.

Festivals

The traditional festivals of Almuñécar are colorful and varied, such as carnivals, with the traditional burial of the sardine.

Among the numerous festive events that the population celebrates, the Festival in honor of the Virgen de la Antigua is worth mentioning. In this event, the residents commemorate the victory of Lope de Valenzuela over the Moorish Aben Aboo that took place in 1569, while they thank the miraculous intercession of their patron saint.

The procession that takes place at night and by sea reaches the Puerta del Mar beach. Numerous decorated boats accompany the Virgin on this tour that ends with an extraordinary fireworks display in the Peñones del Santo.

Nature

Almuñécar also has a large number of attractions for nature lovers.
One of them is Peña Escrita Natural Park located on a natural balcony at an altitude of 1,100 metres. You can view the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, the Alpujarra landscape and the fusion of the tropical valley with the Mediterranean sea from this vantage point.
Inside the premises of this municipal park there is an animal sanctuary developed in a peaceful and safe environment. It is also an ideal place to practice all kinds of outdoor sports such as hiking, mountain biking or paragliding.