Estepona Costa del Sol.

Climate in Estepona

Estepona, located on the western Costa del Sol, belongs to an area which enjoys the best weather in Spain.
Average annual temperature of  18,7º C.
More than 300 days of sun shines a year
It rains some 40 days a year
The prevailing winds are from the west (Poniente) and east (Levante).

Estepona - Communications.

• BY PLANE. Malaga International Airport lies 85 Km. away with regular flights to and from all the main destinations in the world. Gibraltar airport is situated only 45 Km. away.
• BY ROAD. The N-340 (Duel carriageway) and the A7P (Motorway) cross the municipality running parallel to the coast for more than 21 Km. A regular bus service connects with all the centres of interest of the Costa del Sol, cities of Andalusia and Madrid.
  Another alternative route, inland in this case, is available via the provincial road M-557 which takes us to the villages of the Serranía de Ronda and connects us with the provincial road 333 Algeciras - Ronda. A mere 1 Km. outside the boundaries of the municipality, in San Pedro Alcántara where you can join the provincial road 339 Ronda -Seville.
• BY TRAIN. The nearest main line train stations are those of Algeciras which is 50 Km away and Fuengirola. A local train service is available from Malaga International Airport to Fuengirola 53 Km away, where transport is available by road on the local bus.
• BY BOAT The excellent installations of Estepona Marina can harbour most yachts and boats. The international port of Algeciras is 50 Km. away, with a ferry line to Morocco and also continents. The International Port of Algeciras is 50 Km away, from where passages are available to North Africa, also merchant and passenger sailings are available to all the continents.

Estepona History.

Estepona boasts a rich history dating back several millennia, providing a captivating glimpse into prehistoric times, including the Neolithic, Copper, and Bronze Ages. The archaeological findings unearthed in Estepona showcase its deep-rooted historical significance.
The remnants of ancient Phoenician and Roman settlements contribute to Estepona's historical tapestry. Particularly notable are the ruins on the Guadalmansa Estuary, believed to be associated with the Roman town of Salduba. The town of Estebbuna, a precursor to modern Estepona, emerged in the 10th Century during the flourishing era of the Caliphate of Córdoba. Despite its prominence in the Arab period, Estepona faced a significant turning point when King Henry IV of Castile's forces conquered it in 1456, leading to complete destruction in subsequent years. In the early 16th Century, recognizing Estepona's strategic value, the Catholic Kings ordered the reconstruction of its walls. The town's revitalization included the colonization effort, introducing 30 families that formed the nucleus of the burgeoning population.
By 1559, Estepona had become a thriving community, subsequently falling under Marbella's jurisdiction until 1729. In that pivotal year, Philip V granted Estepona its charter, marking a new era for the town. Today, Estepona continues to flourish, with a population surpassing 600, showcasing its resilience and enduring historical legacy.

Estepona What to see.

• Nicio Castle. The ruins of a 9th Century fortress, from which the walls and several towers remain. The fortress was very important during Omar Ben Hafsun's rebellion against the Cordoba emirs and was finally conquered by the emirate troupes in the year 923 DC.
• The clock Tower The tower dates back to the Arab period during which it was the minaret of a mosque. After the town was conquered by the Castilians, the mosque became a church and the minaret was used as a bell tower. In the 18 Century a neo-classical dome was added, and was decorated with garlands and volutes.
• Watchtowers Distributed along the length of Estepona’s 21 kilometres of coast, there 7 Watchtowers of Muslim and Castilian origin, testimony to a method of defence which lasted well into the 19^th Century.
• Ruins of the Castle of Saint Louis. The ruins are remaining of the Castle built on the orders of the Catholic Kings at the beginning of the 16^th Century, to reinforce the walls of the town and encourage its resettlement.
• Church of Our Lady of Redemption Built in the 18^th Century, the church was originally a tertiary Franciscan monastery. The entrance combines iconographic, Marian, Franciscan and colonial elements.
• The House of the Marquees of Mondéjar. Built during the 18^th Century. An interesting example of aristocratic architecture.
• Bullring.Opened in 1972, its asymmetric design by the architect Juan Mora Urbano, makes this bullring the only one of its kind in the world.

Museums in Estepona. Costa del Sol

• The Bullfighting Museum. Bullfighters in Spain.
• The Maritime and Country Museum. The Museum is located at the Estepona Bullring. The Municipal District of Estepona is home to some of the most important Pliocene marine  fossil beds in the Mediterranean. Apart from its scientific importance, the museum enables the visitor to admire the beauty of these fossils which are more than five million years old.
• The Museum of Archaeology. Located in the unique setting of the Estepona Bullring the museum offers the visitor a multitude of objects associated with bullfighting including a complete collection of posters and, specially, several suits donated by the best "toreros" It is through the exhibits distributed throughout the twelve exhibition halls covering separate eras and themes that we are able to familiarise ourselves with the Estepona way of life over the last few centuries. The exhibits include themes on the importance of bee-keeping, harvesting cereals, livestock, the forge, fishing, and more.
• The Museum of Palaeontology. The Museum of Palaeontology is located in the Plaza de los Misioneros next to the Church of Our Lady of Redemption Iglesia de los Remedios Walking through the exhibition halls of this museum the visitor is able to take a complete tour of Estepona most ancient history as they learn of the mark left on this land by the Phoenicians, the Romans, the Arabs and the Christians, familiarising themselves with the wealth of history which pervades both Estepona and the surrounding region.

Estepona beaches. Costa del Sol

The Estepona coastline, shallow and sandy, extends over more than 21 Km. Offering a succession of beaches with different degrees of usage and popularity according to the area.
The Rada Beach, located in front of the town, has all services: restaurants, showers, lifeguards,etc. Awarded with the Blue Flag, it is the largest and most popular.
The Cristo Beach forms a charming cove, and is ideal for any time of the year, being sheltered from the winds. The La Galera and Bahía Dorada are distinguished by the beauty of the rocky areas with cliffs forming enchanting coastal landscapes. The Beach of Costa Natura, first nudist beach of the Costa del Sol, offers a very popular alternative among the naturists of the whole of Europe. The following is a list of each of the beaches.

• Beach Del Cristo 680 m. Near the Marina - The most popular
• Beach La Rada 2.630 m. In town along the sea-side promenade
• Beach Punta de la Plata 2.220 m.
• Beach Punta Pinillo: 1.290 m.
• Beach Del Castor: 2.040 m. Near the Kempisky
• Beach La Galera 960 m.
• Beach Bahía Dorada 1.120 m.
• Beach Arroyo Vaquero 585 m. N340 km 150
• Beach Costa Natura 400 m. Nudists. N340 km 149
• Beach Guadalobón 1.860 m.
• Beach Bella: 1.220 m
• Beach Guadalmansa: 1.370 m.
• Beach Del Saladillo: 2.630 m en direction de Marbella
• Beach Casasola 910 m.
• Beach Atalaya 1.070 m. Near the Atalaya Park hotel

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