PropExtra guide to Estepona
Ā an engaging gem on the Costa del Sol
Perfectly Spanish, down to earth, charming and full of character - the town of Estepona is often overlooked when enquiring eyes search for a great place to visit on the Costa del Sol. Unlike some of its very famous neighbours on this part of the southern Spanish coast, Estepona is relatively unknown which has afforded it various positives as a resort destination or a place to live.
Positioned only half an hours to drive west from Marbella and Puerto BanĆŗs it has easy access to the prestigious lifestyle amenities of its glamorous neighbours. However this friendly municipality, that was once a small fishing village, is now large enough to proffer many great restaurants and impressive facilities of its own.
Estepona avoids the often unfair negative connotations associated with some of its contemporaries and has stayed completely true to how a pleasant Spanish coastal town should appear. Development in the region has been kept to a minimum and the community has retained its natural marina and gorgeous historical old town.
But itās not at all just quaint quiet streets with not much life and little to do. Estepona has numerous shops and cafes, enjoyable nightlife spots and a great array of quality restaurants that any foodie would enjoy exploring. Every water sport imaginable can be found on the glorious beaches and inland lakes in the area, and the surrounding countryside is literally peppered with prestigious golf courses.
With the character of a small MĆ”laga, the charm and ambiance of Benahavis, and the entertaining culture of Torremolinos - Estepona captures the very best of AndalucĆa and is one of the loveliest destinations on the Costa del Sol.
PropExtraās favourite bits of Estepona:
The old town
The gorgeous character of Estepona old town is embellished by its cobbled streets and the colourful flowers that adorn almost every house in the district. There are culture and ambiance in almost every side street, and live music events and community chatter ongoing in the Plaza del Reloj and Iglesia de Remedios.
The Marina
Situated at the west end of the seafront promenade Estepona marina is an unpretentious waterfront district that is great for a walk and a coffee in the day and offers entertainment for every demographic at night.
The beach & paseo
The main beach in Estepona is genuinely one of the best for miles around. Long, wide, sandy and devoid of pebbles it is the perfect destination for a day at the beach and boasts some of the best chiringuitos anywhere on the coast. Stop for lunch and order a gambas pil pil - you wonāt be disappointed as the seafood along this paseo is always fantastic.
The market
The weekly general outdoor market in Estepona takes place every Wednesday morning starting around 9 am. Stalls sell fresh fruit and vegetables, herbs and spices, clothes, shoes and accessories and many other items. Market location: Calle Carmen Laforet, 4, 29680 Estepona, MƔlaga.
The best spot!
Playa del Crysto is a beautiful small bay situated just on the very edge of town as you head towards Gibraltar and CƔdiz. The soft sands and calm blue waters here are ideal for young children and its communal public barbeques can be utilised for family BBQs - or just make use of the two beach restaurants that offer something more than the normal chiringuito..
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