Benalmadena

About Benalmadena

Benalmadena is an outstanding tourist destination on the Costa del Sol. Benalmadena is located very close to Malaga and Marbella. So when you travel to Benalmadena, you can make three wonderful trips. The area of Benalmadena has a strip of beaches and it is surrounded by the Sierra de Mijas mountain range. There are three urban areas in the region: Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmadena Costa and Benalmadena. The most visited is Benalmadena Costa with exquisite beaches that everyone wants to enjoy.

Beaches

The climate is typical Mediterranean with 20 to 22 degrees temperature round the year. This area gets warm winters so it is like a place with an eternal summer.Arroyo de la Miel is a classical city beach. Playa Arroyo Hondo is another classic place to visit. It is little bit narrower than the beach Arroyo de la Miel. This beach has coarse sand and moderate waves, so it is a favorite of tourists from all over the world. Then there is Malapesquera, which can be reached from land or sea with ideal services for disabled people. There is even an urban legend about the Fountain of Health, which is located on the beach. The legend says that it is a fountain of eternal youth.

Tourist attractions

If you do not like crowds, it will not be difficult for you to find places without tourists. Moreover, you will be able to enjoy the simplicity of a fishing village. With no effort you will discover places with small fishing boats that are anchored near the beach, and you will also find the warmth of the local people and their customs that persist in beauty over the years.

If you like to practice underwater sports, then exceptional Yucas is the right place for you. It has unusual fauna and flora, so it is a perfect place to get deep into the mysteries of the sea.

If you like hiking or biking, you should make trips to the mountain. The hills of Monte Calamorro, Cerro del Moro and Cerro del Castillejo are the main landmarks of the region. Walking along these hillsides is a classic form of tourism in Benalmadena.

Nightlife
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Nightlife in Benalmadena is rich. There are numerous discos where you can find the best traditional and exotic drinks. The best clubs to visit are Otilia and Kiu – with the best cocktails on the Spanish coast. Another big club is Manisol with its varied music and snacks perfect for everyone’s budget. Finally lovers of gambling can have a great time in the Torrequebrada Casino.