Costa Tropical

Overview of the coast

This is the name given to the coast (sometimes a bit overdeveloped) of the province of Granada. Beaches and seaside resorts like Almuñécar, but with fewer crowds than at the Costa del Sol.

Key facts

• Intérêt touristique: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Localisation:

• Main towns:

• Length:

• Population: 128,000 inhabitants (2018).

• Website: http://www.costatropical.com

History of the Costa Tropical

Environment

Precautions

What to see

Among the options offered by the Costa Tropical, both along the coast and inland:

Almuñécar ★★
Located east of Malaga, it is the "tourist capital" of the Costa Tropical. Beyond its Roman, Phoenician, and other historical remnants, the city offers a full range of seaside resort activities with its beaches and climate.

Grenada ★★★★
World-famous for its UNESCO-listed Alhambra palace and other historic monuments in the old town, Granada is a must-see on any Andalusian itinerary.

Caves of Nerja ★★
This spectacular cave complex, near the town of the same name, is one of Spain’s most visited sites.

Sierra Nevada National Park ★★★
This park in the high mountains is a major Andalusian tourist destination. Visitors come for the stunning landscapes and outdoor sports activities available (hiking, mountain biking, skiing).

Salobreña ★
A large Moorish fortress and beaches for this resort on the Costa Tropical.

What to do

Beaches and water activities

Other activities

Bars and nightlife

Climate and weather

Generally, the Costa Tropical has a semi-arid Mediterranean climate, with dry, hot summers and mild winters (some rain in late autumn and spring). Thanks to the sea, the climate remains "livable" in summer, unlike inland areas where it can get extremely hot in July and August.

Sea temperature throughout the year

Getting around

Getting there

Getting around

Where to stay

Where to eat

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