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Experience the fantastic Caminito del Rey
Read more: Experience the fantastic Caminito del ReyEl Caminito del Rey is a footpath attached along the steep walls of a narrow ravine in El Chorro, near Ardales in the province of Málaga, Spain. Read more…
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More about Fuengirola’s fantastic playa
Read more: More about Fuengirola’s fantastic playaFuengirola’s beach promenade is about 8km, starting at Castillo Sohail (castle) in the west all the way to the end of Torreblanca in the east, see all fuengirola’s beaches here…
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Mural painting in Fuengirola
Read more: Mural painting in FuengirolaIn the neighbourhood of El Boquetillo there are large murals that are part of the buildings as they are painted directly on the wall and either exploit the flatness of the wall or create the impression of a new surface or room.
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Malaga sights and best tips for visitors
Read more: Malaga sights and best tips for visitorsMalaga is a large, fine port city and capital of the Malaga province. There is plenty of culture here with loads of museums and a fantastic food market. Take the train here from Fuengirola is a tip. See Malaga’s top ten
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Walk on the Senda Litoral from Mijas to Cabopino
Read more: Walk on the Senda Litoral from Mijas to CabopinoA fantastic walk between La Cala de Mijas and Cabopino on the Senda Litoral trail.
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Sights in the fantastic mountain town of Ronda
Read more: Sights in the fantastic mountain town of RondaRonda is about 100 km from Fuengirola. Take the A7 towards Marbella and past you will see a sign Ronda. Ronda is about 800 metres above sea level and the road up is fantastic. See Ronda’s top 10
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BioParc zoo in the center of Fuengirola
Read more: BioParc zoo in the center of FuengirolaThere is a nice and well-run zoo in Fuengirola with no cages and plenty of space for the animals in a created natural environment. BIOPARC Foundation.
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Walk the Marbella Golden Mile from Puerto Banús to Marbella
Read more: Walk the Marbella Golden Mile from Puerto Banús to MarbellaWalk or cycle from Puerto Banús to Marbella, visit the old town and then take the Blue Ferry back. See more….
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Picasso museum, car museum and other museums Malaga
Read more: Picasso museum, car museum and other museums MalagaThe Car Museum in Malaga and the two Picasso museums are just some of the many museums to visit. Malaga is a cultural city with many art museums and other attractions.
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Road trip to Ronda – Setenil de las Bodegas and Júzcar
Read more: Road trip to Ronda – Setenil de las Bodegas and JúzcarRonda is about 100 km from Fuengirola. Take the A7 motorway towards Marbella and you will see a sign for Ronda. Also visit the blue village of Júzcar and Setenil de las Bodegas
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Excursion to Mijas Pueblo by car or bus
Read more: Excursion to Mijas Pueblo by car or busMijas Pueblo is located on a mountain a few miles above Fuengirola. The highest point is Pico de Mijas, which is at an altitude of 1150 meters. The white village of Pueblo is 428 meters above sea level.
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Ride a fantastic cable car in Benalmádena
Read more: Ride a fantastic cable car in BenalmádenaThe cable car that starts from Arroyo de la Miel Benalmádena – next to Tivoli – is a really fun excursion, especially for nature lovers. Hike down if you dare and have the stamina. great views in any case. Read more about the cable car…
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Shopping – Fuengirola -Marbella – Malaga
Read more: Shopping – Fuengirola -Marbella – MalagaThere are many shops for shopping in Fuengirola, Marbella, Puerto Banús and Malaga. Both small shops in the old town and large shopping centers in Fuengirola and Marbella.
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Some water parks for the whole family
Read more: Some water parks for the whole familyThere is a nice water park in Fuengirola/Mijas. The waterpark in Toremollinos is the oldest – biggest. Costa Waterpark is being built in the sea. Read more about several water parks.
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Sights, walks and other attractions in Marbella.
Read more: Sights, walks and other attractions in Marbella.Marbella is a municipality and city located a few miles west of Fuengirola, this is an important tourist resort on the Costa del Sol with an exclusive character. The old town is fantastic.
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Adventure in the trees Aventura Amazonia
Read more: Adventure in the trees Aventura AmazoniaAventura Amazonia is a great activity for families with children and others. You can find it on the road to Marbella.
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Hikes Sierra de Mijas – Mijas mountains
Read more: Hikes Sierra de Mijas – Mijas mountainsThe mountain around Mijas Pueblo is full of trails with beautiful scenery and breathtaking views. The tourist office has all the information about different trails as well as individual and group walks.
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Nerja’s sights and best tips for visitors
Read more: Nerja’s sights and best tips for visitorsNerja is a charming small town and a popular tourist destination, not least among Scandinavians. Nerja is about 10 kilometres east of Fuengirola and is best reached by car. Read more about Nerja’s top 8
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Read more about Los Boliches beautiful playa
Read more: Read more about Los Boliches beautiful playaPlaya Los Boliches is one of the most popular and best beaches in Fuengirola. Like many other beaches, this beach has been awarded a Blue Flag award.
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The cable car and other attractions in Benalmádena
Read more: The cable car and other attractions in BenalmádenaBenalmadena consists of the coastal strip and Pueblo, the original mountain village, and Arroya del la Miel, a lively suburb. There is also the famous harbour of Puerto Deportivo.
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Road trip to the southernmost city Tarifa – Tangier Morocco
Read more: Road trip to the southernmost city Tarifa – Tangier MoroccoThe Strait of Gibraltar is a mythical place, a crossroads of borders and cultures, where history is palpable in every place. The city has a boat connection to Africa, a trip that takes an hour
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Sights in Torremolinos and tips for the visit
Read more: Sights in Torremolinos and tips for the visitTorremolinos is a real classic and this is where tourism began. From Fuengirola you take the commuter train which takes about 30 minutes, car is not a good idea as parking is difficult. Street Calle de San Miguel
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Sights in Estepona and the best tips for a visit
Read more: Sights in Estepona and the best tips for a visitAbout 50 km west of Fuengirola you will find Estepona which is a nice small town. Take the A7 motorway in the direction of Marbella and you will get straight there. See more about Estepona.
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Playas Marbella – Read more about the fantastic beaches
Read more: Playas Marbella – Read more about the fantastic beachesMarbella has fantastic beaches. Read about the nice big Playa Real se Zaragoza and the exclusive Playa Nagueles
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La Cala de Mijas is the start of a fantastic walk.
Read more: La Cala de Mijas is the start of a fantastic walk.Mijas Costa is a 12 km long coastal strip with various small towns, Take the A7 west towards Marbella or take the bus and you will reach Mijas Costa in 20 minutes.
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Sights and luxury in Puerto Banús – Marbella
Read more: Sights and luxury in Puerto Banús – MarbellaPuerto Banús, the marina located in Nueva Andalucia in Marbella, was one of Spain’s first “village-like” harbour complexes. If you are at all interested in yachts and expensive cars, you should go there
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Playa Cabopino is perhaps the best on the Costa del Sol.
Read more: Playa Cabopino is perhaps the best on the Costa del Sol.Take the A7 motorway towards Marbella and after 20 minutes you will reach the natural playa Cabopino, turn off at the camping sign. Cabopino is perhaps the best beach on the Costa del Sol with something for everyone, including nudists.
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Playas Benalmádena – Four different beaches
Read more: Playas Benalmádena – Four different beachesHere you will find several nice beaches in Benalmadena; Playa Bil Bil, the green Playa Torrebermeja and the hidden gem Playa Los Viabborillas…
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Playa Torremolinos has everything.
Read more: Playa Torremolinos has everything.Playa de la Carihuela is the largest beach in Torremolinos and has clear, shallow and calm waters. The beach is about 2 km long and there are many bars and restaurants
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Carvajal – Torreblanca is a popular playa.
Read more: Carvajal – Torreblanca is a popular playa.Located on the border between Fuengirola and Benalmadena, Playa Carvajal – Torreblanca is a wide and beautiful beach that almost never gets crowded despite being very popular…
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The Plaza de Feria market Fuengirola
Read more: The Plaza de Feria market FuengirolaOn Tuesdays from early morning to afternoon there is a market at Plaza de Feria in Fuengirola. There is everything from clothes to electronics and they have a great fruit/vegetable section.
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A visit and sights on the Rock of Gibraltar
Read more: A visit and sights on the Rock of GibraltarGibraltar is a British Crown Colony located about 90 km west of Fuengirola. It’s a perfect day trip but don’t forget your passport.
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Good and affordable hotel in Fuengirola
Read more: Good and affordable hotel in FuengirolaHere you will find tips and links to some good and affordable hotels in Fuengirola.
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Play Golf on the Costa del Sol – “Costa del Golf.”
Read more: Play Golf on the Costa del Sol – “Costa del Golf.”Information on the 9-hole course Club De Golf La Siesta in Calahonda and links to golf courses, clubs and games on the Costa del Sol.
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More information about Los Boliches and Los Pacos
Read more: More information about Los Boliches and Los PacosLos Pacos is quite large and extends up into the mountains where large housing complexes have been built. The walking distance from Los Pacos to playan and Los Boliches is 10-15 minutes.
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Campsites Costa del Sol – Fuengirola
Read more: Campsites Costa del Sol – FuengirolaThere are several campsites in Fuengirola and its neighbourhood. Some are under renovation but will open in 2024…
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Read more about living in Spain as a tourist or resident
Read more: Read more about living in Spain as a tourist or residentRead more about Spain and what to expect if you settle or visit the country full or part time.
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Boat excursion to Puerto Marina Benalmádena
Read more: Boat excursion to Puerto Marina BenalmádenaThe boat leaves from the harbour in Fuengirola and docks in the marina – Benalmádena or vice versa. The journey takes about an hour and is a fairly large boat with friendly staff and catering on board.
