Costa Tropical / La Herradura
The beautiful bay of La Herradura is maybe the prettiest along the south coast of Spain . Two huge natural promontories, the Punta de la Mona and Cerro Gordo , protect a 2 km long sand beach, one of the principal attractions to the area. Unlike almost anywhere along the coast, development has been restricted in height and you can still enjoy the contours of the natural setting. Surrounded by tropical valleys, relaxed La Herradura and Almunecar are situated directly at the Mediterranean coast in the heart of the Costa Tropical between Granada (with the Alhambra) and Malaga's Costa del Sol. Due to its special geographical location, protected by the Sierra Nevada, the area around La Herradura is suitable as a holiday resort all year round. The region is influenced by a tropical microclimate, unique in Europe . Above all the period from September to May, with average temperatures of 22°C is especially comfortable to escape the cold winter. The old fishing village of La Herradura , along with the magnificent flower gardens of the exclusive "Punta de la Mona", are an idyllic holiday resort for individualists away from mass tourism. This small village with its delightful bay is an absolute insider's tip. The village nearby called "Almunecar" was used as a harbour and fortress by the old Phönicians and will be a great place to go to for shopping, eating and hanging out in various bars and restaurants. In the hinterlands, you find picturesque mountain villages and the nearby cultural city of Granada with a host of Phoenician, Roman and Moorish sights, such as the historical Alhambra for example. Active holidaymakers find all imaginable sporting possibilities onsite. Sailors, divers, Para gliders, surfers, and cyclists are guests all year round in La Herradura. Only 1 1/2 driving hours away is the fashionable holiday metropolis Marbella . You can also visit nearby Nerja to see the famous caves or go skiing to the Sierra Nevada. |
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Directions:From Malaga airport, 1 hour drive direction Almeria, Motril exit at La Herradura
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Directions:Desde el aeropuerto de Málaga, 1 hora en coche dirección Almería/Motril, salida: La Herradura
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