Costa del Sol

The Costa del Sol is a popular tourist region that welcomes millions of tourists annually. Visitors mostly arrive at Málaga Airport and head to one of the many resorts located along this stretch of coastline from Manilva in the west to Nerja in the east. But this beautiful part of Andalusia has much more to offer than just the sun and lovely beaches. Immediately inland from the coast, spectacular mountains rise up and it’s another world – in atmosphere, beauty and unpredictability with rivers, lakes and small whitewashed towns.

Costa del Golf

Costa del Sol is also called Costa del Golf, the name of the area has not been without cause – it is simply a paradise for the golfer. It has more than 80 golf courses in the region that has become the leading golf destination in continental Europe, three of them are in the pictures below.

Mijas Golf, with the beautiful Sierra de Mijas in the background.

Santana Golf, a picturesque course meandering through fruit plantations.

La Cala Golf with three 18-hole championship courses.

The beach is a natural part of everyday life

Beach Restaurants, small Chiringuitos are located every few hundred yards.

La Cala de Mijas, a day in July, this beach is perfect for families of all ages.

Fuengirola in early spring, Sierra Nevada in the background. Skiing is only 2.5 h away.

Flamenco in Málaga, music and dance are common in all festivities.

Calypso – Calahonda, Street market every Thursday.

Royal Beach – Calahonda, the beach in late October.

Spain – Metropolitan and Rural areas

The Costa del Sol

The Costa del Sol stretches along just over 150 kilometres of Málaga province and is one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations. The area’s mild climate is the root attraction that makes it possible to enjoy the beaches and a wide variety of outdoor activities year round. The Costa del Sol is also known as the Costa del Golf. It has the largest concentration of golf courses in Andalusia and Europe.

Eastern Costa Del Sol

The Costa del Sol stretches along just over 150 kilometres of Málaga province and is one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations. The area’s mild climate is the root attraction that makes it possible to enjoy the beaches and a wide variety of outdoor activities year round. The Costa del Sol is also known as the Costa del Golf. It has the largest concentration of golf courses in Andalusia and Europe.

Western Costa Del Sol

The Costa del Sol stretches along just over 150 kilometres of Málaga province and is one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations. The area’s mild climate is the root attraction that makes it possible to enjoy the beaches and a wide variety of outdoor activities year round. The Costa del Sol is also known as the Costa del Golf. It has the largest concentration of golf courses in Andalusia and Europe.

Other Areas in Spain

The Costa del Sol stretches along just over 150 kilometres of Málaga province and is one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations. The area’s mild climate is the root attraction that makes it possible to enjoy the beaches and a wide variety of outdoor activities year round. The Costa del Sol is also known as the Costa del Golf. It has the largest concentration of golf courses in Andalusia and Europe.