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Sitio de Calahonda
ℹ️Practical info — Sitio de Calahonda
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
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💡 Tips
- Use the wooden boardwalk (Senda Litoral) for safe and scenic walks along the coastline.
- In summer, head to the beach early to secure a good spot and avoid the midday heat.
- Public transport is mostly limited to coastal buses; rent a car if you plan to explore the hills.
- Look out for chiringuitos (beach bars) grilling fresh fish over open wood fires.
🍽 Food
Sardine skewers traditionally grilled over charcoal at the beachfront chiringuitos.
A mixed platter of fried fish, best enjoyed with a cold beer at a local seafood restaurant.
Order paella at the promenade restaurants for lunch; locals rarely eat it for dinner.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
A small commercial center with souvenirs, boutiques, and basics for your daily needs.
Visit the weekly street markets in neighboring towns for fresh produce and local crafts.
A walk along the wooden boardwalk at sunrise is incredibly peaceful and scenic.
A small, well-kept park, well-suited for a relaxing break away from the busy beaches.
Water temperature…
Sitio de Calahonda is a large residential development and tourist resort situated on the Costa del Sol in Andalusia, between Marbella and Fuengirola. It has a relaxed atmosphere with beautiful sandy beaches like Playa de Calahonda, handy for sunbathing and water sports. The area is known for its numerous golf courses, including La Siesta Golf, making it a popular destination for golf enthusiasts. Gastronomy in Calahonda is diverse, with a wide range of international restaurants and traditional Spanish chiringuitos serving fresh seafood. The best time to visit is from spring to autumn. Reaching Calahonda is easy; it's about a 30-minute drive from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP).
- Location: Galicia, Spain
- Top sights: Cocoa Beach · Water Fun · Playa Real
- Nearby: La Cala (4 km)
- Population: ~17.725 (2019)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Jul, Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 13 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 20 | 16 | 14 |
| Rain mm | 56 | 57 | 69 | 51 | 24 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 29 | 60 | 82 | 71 |
Geography
Facts
- Part of the municipality of Mijas.
- Located on the sunny Costa del Sol.
- Features several well-regarded golf courses.
- Known for its long sandy beaches.
- Offers a mix of Spanish and international cuisine.
- Vibrant expat community.
- Close to both Marbella and Fuengirola.
- Excellent transport links via the A-7 motorway.
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