Costa Tropical, Andalusia
Costa Tropical, Andalusia
About the town
Almuñécar lies on the subtropical stretch of coast between Málaga and Granada, in the province of Granada — known for the old San Miguel fortress and a relaxed pace, even in high season.
The beach stretches along the whole town — sand and pebbles, crystal-clear water and views of the mountains behind. Only 30 metres from the apartment.
The town's old fortress towers over the historic old town, with roots back to Phoenician and Roman times, later expanded by the Moors.
Freshly caught fish and seafood are the town's pride — try an authentic paella by the harbour, or go on a tapas crawl in the old town in the evening.
The mountains behind the town shield against cold winds, while the sea keeps the temperature even all year round — giving Almuñécar one of the mildest microclimates in Europe. That is why the coast is called the Costa Tropical.
Photo of cherimoya: Akos Kokai (CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons.
The San Miguel castle towers over the town, and below it whitewashed streets wind down towards the promenade. Roman traces, a cave with seven palaces and a coast that changes from cove to cove are all within walking distance.
Photos: Veinticuatro de Jahén (CC BY-SA 4.0), Glocester (CC BY-SA 3.0 es) and Zarateman (CC0), via Wikimedia Commons.
Coast
The coast changes character from cove to cove — from town beaches of pebbles and sand to secluded rocky nooks. Here is an overview so you can choose the right one for the day.
The apartment's own beach, 30 metres from the door — a calm mix of sand and pebbles, less crowded than the centre.
The town's central beach with a blue flag, promenade and chiringuitos — grey pebbles rather than sand, like most beaches here.
The main beach in the old town, next to the harbour — lively in summer, with easy access to restaurants and bars.
Sandy beach with plenty of room — a little calmer than the central beaches, and well suited to a long day by the water.
Small, picturesque cove in the western part of town, surrounded by cliffs and whitewashed houses — more sheltered and calm.
Secluded rocky cove between Almuñécar and La Herradura, in a protected nature area — official nudist beach reached by steps or by shuttle bus in summer.
Playa de Velilla is 30 metres from the door. Here is the beach in the evening light and on a summer's day.
