THE BEST 11 BEACHES IN SOUTHERN SPAIN (ANDALUCIA)

THE BEST 11 BEACHES IN SOUTHERN SPAIN (ANDALUCIA)

BOLONIA, CADIZ (Virgin Beach):

Bolonia is a coastal village and beach in the municipality of Tarifa in the Province of Cadiz in southern Spain. It is located on the Atlantic shore, 22.9 kilometres (14.2 mi) by road west of Tarifa, but is much closer in terms of coastal distance. The beach and bay is also known as Playa de Bolonia ("Bolonia Beach"), Ensenada de Bolonia ("Bolonia Cove"), or Bolonia Bay. The ruins of the Roman town of Baelo Claudia are located near the beach, considered to be the most complete Roman town ruins yet uncovered in Spain.[1][2] The beach is about 3.8 kilometres (2.4 mi) in length, with an average width of about 70 metres (230 ft). In 2011 it had a population of 117 people.

Bolonia is just up the coast from Tarifa. Literally off the beaten track - it lies at the end of a no-through road - this town has everything: Roman ruins, hip juice bars and wooden beach restaurants (chiringuitos) serving fresh fish, and the crowning glory - a wide sweep of golden sand, backed by a grassy flower-covered bank, ending in a steep pine-forested dune. Turn left for nudists, right for clothesists. The strong wind also attracts the wind and kite-surfing crowd (dude).

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PLAYA del CRISTO (Costa del Sol, Malaga Province)

This Blue Flag beach just outside Estepona is the best of many in the area - a small bay with crystal-clear azure water. Great for families, with a car park just behind the curve of soft, white sand, El Cristo is especially suited to those with young children, as you can get back to the car in seconds for extra supplies - or a fast exit; unsurprisingly, it gets busy in summer. Two chiringuitos keep appetites sated.

El Cristo beach lies to the west of the town of Estepona, next to the marina, and is a popular destination with all tourists to the area.

El Cristo beach is a small cove, almost 700 metres long, which has been awarded the Blue Flag 2016, one of the most important awards a beach can receive. The beach is perfect for children with an area with trees, crystal clear water and mild temperatures as it is sheltered from the wind.

A choice of food is available on the beach at the chiringuito Lolailo, which offers fresh fish while you enjoy the views across the Mediterranean. The beach bar also has toilets, and offers a DJ and live music at the Chingerito.

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TORREMOLINOS:

Torremolinos has thankfully long outgrown its Monty Python spam and chips image and, over recent years, has evolved as an attractive and appealing resort noted for its clean sandy beaches, wide choice of hotels and restaurants and unparalleled variety of entertainment, activities and nightlife available.

Torremolinos is located 7km west of Málaga airport and was the first Costa del Sol resort to be developed back in the early sixties when it was little more than a sleepy village, still today the town reflects its heritage with several of the original fresh fish bars located right in the shopping centre, incongruously flanked by exclusive boutiques and gift shops. In general, however, the wave of tourists who descended on the town in the fifties and sixties changed the face of Torremolinos for ever.

Over the years, Torremolinos has evolved as an attractive and appealing resort, noted for its clean sandy beaches, wide choice of hotels and restaurants and unparalleled variety of entertainment, activities and nightlife available. At the height of summer, the resort has a great appeal for the younger set, with a reputation for its hectic nightlife. Out of season, however, it takes on a different character. Now practically a suburb of Málaga, the atmosphere is much more Spanish, especially at weekends, with an air of friendliness and welcome.

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PLAYA DE LOS GENOVESES:

One of the more popular coves in the natural Park. Park your car and walk the last few hundred meters. This and other coves are accessible on the dirt coastal road that leads west from the pretty village of San José (last civilisation). Remember the road is blocked just east of Cabo de Gata to protect the area from too many visitors.

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LA HERRADURA:

Impressive large (2km) bay sheltered and dominated by two large headlands. The beach is supported by a typically Spanish town which started out as a fishing village. Popular with the young and old alike, La Herradura is a bastion of national tourism, and is a popular summer retreat for residents of Granada city. It is less well-known among non-Spanish visitors.
The beach has plenty of chiringuitos where you can try some locally caught fish and seafood, as well as many restuarants on the road alongside the beach, so you don't need to worry about packing a picnic. Pedalos and small boats are available for hire and there is a play area for children.

We have a outdoor movie cinema on this beach and it is beautiful.

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CANTARRIJÁN: (NUDIST BEACH)

Cantarriján naturist beach is situated in the Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Area just west of La Herradura near Almuñecar. Access is down a steep windy track and from mid-June to mid-September you must leave your vehicle in the car park (free) at the side of the N-340 and take the minibus (€1 each way). You won’t regret the hassle or the expense: the two shingle bays are protected by vertiginous cliffs and the sea is Caribbean clear. The first beach has sunshades, sunbeds, showers, two restaurants, and tends to be a naturist-textile mix, while the second is wilder, stonier and nuder.

Coming from Nerja on the N-340 coast road, the turn-off to Cantarriján naturist beach is well sign-posted, just past the ‘Provincia de Granada’ sign and before the Cerro Gordo tunnel. Alternatively, follow the A-7 motorway until the Almuñecar Oeste-La Herradura exit and then backtrack 8km along the N-340 towards Nerja. Cars are not allowed in this protected area so you should park along the A-7 road and catch the authorised shuttle bus down to the beach.

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Playa del Cañuelo (Costa del Sol, Malaga Province)

This shingly cove near Nerja is well off the beaten track, and is a favourite spot with trendy hippy types. You get there on a little bus (2 euros return per adult, free for children) which winds its way down the tree-covered slopes of Maro hill to the clear waters below; the headland is great for snorkelling, and there are two beach bars; swimwear is optional. El Cañuelo is in the Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Park, which stretches east into Granada province.

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Playa de los Muertos (Costa de Almeria, Almeria Province)

A dead-straight line - as if drawn with a ruler - along the Almeria coast, bordered at either end by a huge rock, Los Muertos beach is a geographical phenomenon. It is also wonderfully isolated, making it ideal for naturists. Bring your own water and food.

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Matalascañas (Costa de la Luz, Huelva Province)

My Girlfriend left early this morning to this Beach. She paid 12,00 Euros for a round trip bus ticket that left at 8:00 and returns at 9:00pm. This beach is for Freedom lovers. You will see all types of people at this beach. They might be Hippies, Nudists, Mom/Dad/Kids, etc…Never any problems here….

The closest beach to Seville, this is a resort town with a split personality - as you arrive, to the right you see miles of empty sand backed by dunes - this is part of Doñana National Park, only accessible to those on foot or bike (also on the other side of the town); to the left are modern high-rise apartment blocks and cafes with a promenade behind the sand. Hugely popular with daytrippers and groups of young; expect loud music and excitable teenagers. Plenty of chiringuitos and sun beds (or turn right for peace).

If you’re a golfer there is a great track about 10km away named Costa Ballena:

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La Fontanilla: (Costa de la Luz, Cadiz Province)

Situated in front of the centre of fishing town Conil de la Frontera, this beach is broad and flat, with a vase expanse of sand at low tide, and lagoons, as the sea recedes far out. If you've ever dreamed of riding a horse along the sand, splashing gently in the waves as they lap the shore, this is the place to fulfil your fantasy (though only in low season I'm afraid). Just north of Conil are a series of hidden sandy coves called the Calas de Roche.

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El Rompido (Costa de la Luz, Huelva Province)

From this small fishing village, located on a river estuary surrounded by marismas (salt marshes), take the boat out to the uninhabited spit of land opposite with its superb beaches. Ideal for families (though take your own food), with the added appeal of the boat trip and back-to-nature simplicity. It's also great for nature-lovers - the Parque Natural Marismas de Rio Pedras y Flecha del Rompido has spoonbills, egrets and storks

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