Apartment for rent in Torrox, COSTA DEL SOL

Tourist information

Activities:

Torrox you can dive in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterrenean Sea. In this area you´ll find many businesses focused on this sport. Here you can take lessons or go diving. In Añoreta you can play golf and enjoy a few holes of your favorite sport in unbeatable weather conditions any time of the year. If trekking and being out in nature is your thing, there are plenty of routes to travel along in Sierra Tejeda, , Almijara and Alhama. The choice is yours, as well as your holidays and how and where you want to spend them.

Walking:
Tejeda and Almijara Nature Reserve: If you wish to discover the inland area on foot, this is where you should head. Several different easy itineraries leave from Frigiliana and Nerja. If you're lucky, you will be able to see a mountain goat or a golden eagle, both of which are extremely common in this area. The excursions that leave from Cómpeta are also worthwhile. Some places along the routes afford excellent views of the Mediterranean.
The lush, varied woods are yet another of this beautiful place's attractions. The rugged mountains are home to numerous species of trees: maritime pines, holm-oaks and cork-oaks, to name just a few.

Golf
The Costa del Sol around Malaga, also known as the Costa del Golf because of the numerous courses created over recent years, is one of the most prestigious destinations in Europe for practising this sport:

Añoreta Golf Club: This course affords fantastic views of the sea and is suitable for players of all levels. Its fairways are easy to play and its greens fast and undulating: http://www.anoretagolf.es/

Baviera Golf: Less than 15 minutes driving from the apartment, on this course you can enjoy sweeping views of the Mediterranean and the mountains.
Has been designed by José María Cañizares, the prestigious professional golfer. Cañizares is one of our most international and charismatic golfers in whose record are 5 tournaments of the European circuit and 2 world championships as well as several participations in the Ryder Cup.
BAVIERA GOLF is an even course characterized by its wide greens with many movements and the great variety of obstacles which offer a big range of strokes and an ideal design for all types of handicap.The variety of holes and the unsurpassable views both to the Mediterranean sea and the mountains contribute to make you enjoy and share an unforgettable day at BAVIERA GOLF: http://www.bavieragolf.com/

Specialities
Las Migas: This is the most popular dish with the inhabitants of Torrox and consists of pieces of fried bread with garlic and different types of fish or meat. A local delicacy you should definitely try. Sardine skewer: Don't forget to try the barbecued sardines with salt crystals in any of the restaurants or kiosks in the area. A delicious dish for the whole family to enjoy. Wine: The quality of the wines of Torrox is indisputable, with dries, semi-sweets and the smooth "aguapié", which has a lower proportion of alcohol.

Shopping
Although the town lives mainly from tourism, its craft products are a clear reflection of a recent past linked to the land. The different methods of working cane and esparto grass are used to produce highly resistant mats or baskets. With different tones and colours, they make an original, beautiful gift to take back home. You will also find beautiful brass, coloured ceramic and wrought iron objects. And there is no lack of furniture items made from fine woods, also a magnificent keepsake of this marvellous place.

Going out
There is no doubt that Torrox Coast is livelier at night than the village of Torrox. Its huge selection of bars and discotheques is an assurance of an enjoyable night after a pleasant day on the beach.
If you prefer a change of scene at night, Nerja is a good alternative with its tapas bars and lively night haunts. It is barely 6 km by car from Torrox, so a nighttime trip is by no means tiresome.

SIGHTSEEING

Torrox

Like many villages in the region, Torrox is divided into two very well-defined parts, Torrox village and Torrox coast:

Torrox village: Its labyrinthine network and almost dazzlingly white houses are a faithful reflection of its Arab past. Sometimes stone steps are necessary to connect the steep streets set on different levels.
Highlights of the village are the Plaza de la Constitución and its singular Roman busts; the Convento de las Nieves with its Mudejar roofing; and the imposing church of La Encarnación, constructed on the site of a former mosque.

Torrox coast: Whilst the high town is markedly Arabic in style, Torrox Costa contains the remains of Clavicum, one of the most important Roman towns in Andalusia. In the mouth of the River Torrox, near the lighthouse, there is a glazed viewing point which enables one to see the Roman factory-town with its villa, necropolis and the vestiges of the thermae.

Granada

Granada is a gift for the senses, where styles and traditions come together. Its spectacular palaces, lovely neighbourhoods, compelling flamenco and bustling cultural scene make Granada not only a must-see place, but also a must-feel place. Without a doubt, the symbol of the city is La Alhambra, the masterpiece of Muslim architecture in Spain.

La Alhambra: On the top of the Sabica hill, with the Sierra Nevada as a backdrop, rises this unique fortified palace, an authentic architectural treasure in Arab-Muslim style. Its triple objective (it was conceived as a fortress, town and palace) makes La Alhambra a monumental and refined place at once, where the civil and military worlds related and brought influence to bear on one another.
The Alcazaba, with its imposing defensive towers that protected the palace from military attack, is the oldest structure in the enclosure.
Muslim decorative and ornamental art reaches the height of its splendour in the Casa Real, with spacious rooms typical of the era.
The Generalife, or "garden of paradise", houses what is the heart of the palace: the Patio de la Acequia, with a gallery of 18 delicate, elegant arches. Very close by is the Patio de los Cipreses, with a characteristic pond in its centre.
A good place for enjoying the incomparable beauty of this place is from the hill of the Albaicín, right opposite and with fantastic views.

The Albaicín and Sacromonte: Strolling around the Albaicín district will transport you to the town's Mudejar age. Its labyrinth of streets and typical white houses with small patios, flower and vegetable gardens are perfumed with jasmine and decorated with ivy and bougainvilleas. The exuberance of this place reaches its maximum expression with the privileged views it affords of La Alhambra.
Sacromonte, on the other hand, will delight you with its caves where gypsies still hold their flamenco parties to this day. Drop in one night to witness the authentic dances and songs like "la mosca" or "la casucha".

The Cathedral: An imposing construction over 60 metres in height. Renaissance in its conception but adorned with a beautiful Baroque façade, it was built on the site of the Great Nazari Mosque of the time. The beautiful decorations in the lateral chapels and the main chapel, with praying statues of the Catholic Monarchs, are particularly striking.

Sierra Nevada

Only 1 .5 hours driving from apartment, in Nerja the Europe’s southernmost ski resort, Sierra Nevada in Granada with its imposing mountain peak of Mulhacén (3.482 m) is a wonderful combination of sun, snow and Mediterranean Sea, which sets this region in the province of Granada apart from most other places in the world.

Although Sierra Nevada might not compare to the slopes in the Alps, its affordability and accessibility turn the resort into a great destination for families that are rather less experienced in slope etiquette, providing a delightfully welcoming atmosphere that is sure to be enjoyed by all ages.

The resort base Pradollano is located at 2100 metres over sea level, just half an hour from Granada and only 45 minutes from Almuñecar on the Costa Tropical

The sun and wine route

This interesting itinerary is a good way of discovering the region of La Axarquía. It runs along the coast from Algarrobo to Nerja and inland, passing through Frigiliana, Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida, Sayalonga and Torrox:

Frigiliana: Considered by many to be one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. In its narrow cobbled streets the urban network of its Mudejar origins remains intact to this day. The homogeneity of its white houses and excellent use of the space (some are constructed inside the rock) are proof of the ingenuity of its inhabitants.

Algarrobo: Yet another example of the rich cultural legacy of Andalusia. This is the site of the Trayamar necropolis, one of the most important Phoenician sites ever found in the West. You will also be able to enjoy the delicious sweet wine that is produced in the village using traditional methods.

Cómpeta: The inhabitants of this town strive to keep it clean and pleasant, and a good example of this is Calle Barranco de Grana, which has received the regional beautification prize on several occasions. If you are in the area on 15th August don't miss the "Night of Wine", when you will be able to try the famous Muscatel.

Nerja: Right in the centre and just above the sea lies the so-called Balcony of Europe, a fabulous viewpoint affording unbeatable views of the Mediterranean and the mountains.
Nature-lovers will be astonished by the Acantilados de Maro cliffs, where the sea and the mountains meet, forming a unique coastal landscape with magnificent unspoilt coves.

NERJA CAVES:

One of the most visited attractions in the region is without doubt the Nerja caves. These series of caves were discovered by some school boys in 1959. These caves are located in a small village of Maro just 4 km away from Nerja. Maro is a small village to the east of Nerja that falls within the auspices of the Town .Tourists can easily reach them and admire this spectacular natural treasure. Hidden within the mountains that make up Nerja’s background, the caves have been declared national monument and hold many secrets.

The cave's treasures include wall paintings believed to be more than 20,000 years old and a 63 metre stalactite which is the longest in the world and hold the Guinness World Record. The caves now get more than 500,000 visitors a year, they are the third most visited monument in Spain.

Every June there is a Festival Of Music and Dance held in the auditorium in the first cave which provides a magical backdrop to ballet, classical music and singing. Top names perform and the seating is limited so enquire about tickets well in advance. There are lovely gardens to picnic in and also a restaurant which has brilliant views over the coast serving anything from coffee and cake to full meals at reasonable prices

BEACHES

Ferrara beach

This beach, over 1.2 kilometres long, is an ideal holiday destination for families. Its clean, calm waters are safe for small children to bathe in. The town centre of Torrox offers innumerable services that allow you to spend the whole day on the beach if you wish. On the lively seafront promenade, as well as a host of shops, you will find bars and restaurants where you can eat the delicious fried fish so typical of this region.

Calaceite beach

If you prefer a quieter atmosphere this is the beach for you. It lies east of the Torrox lighthouse, parallel to the road in the direction of Nerja. The absence of constructions makes this place a good alternative to the beaches closer to the centre, which are livelier but also busier.