The Guide to Almuñecar & La Herradura In English
Who loves to get out and move? Why not explore the area on foot? There are many existing Costa Tropical walking routes to choose from or you can create your own. We will share a few of the handy walking routes in Almuñécar – La Herradura and surrounding areas. Try them all or share your best route with us in the comments.
La Herradura Castle has quite the history and is now an interactive museum honoring the 1562 shipwreck in the La Herradura bay. We call it a castle, but it really was used for other purposes.
The monument was built in 1770 by Carlos III. This was all part of the coastal surveillance and defense strategy. This was about the same time the towers of Cerro Gordo and Punta de la Mona we also erected. From the castle or fortress, they were able to communicate with the two towers.
This was a way to give warning and defend against Berber pirates and movements on the sea, all to protect the local fisherman and farmers. As well as the first line of protection for the city of Granada. Fires were used as a deterrent during the night and smoke signals were used during the day.
The fortress was used by the army until 1839, followed by the civil guard. In 20o5 the Almuñécar Auyuntamiento took over and commissioned the restoration. In 2011 this restoration was complete and in 2021 the inauguration of the Historical Museum “1562-La Furia del Mar” was opened.
Now the castle is an interactive museum and a cultural space that will keep alive the memory of the shipwreck that occurred off the coast of La Herradura in the year 1562, in which 25 galleys of the Armada sank, in which more than 5,000 people lost their lives, a naval disaster greater than that of the Titanic at the beginning of the 20th century.
Historical Museum 1562-La furia del mar – Photo Gallery
The Castle is about 1 block inland from Playa La Herradura, just to the western end of the village. You may also access off of the N340.
As you enter the town of La Herradura, you will notice a large bronze sculpture along the beach. This is the Monument to Shipwrecked Sailors. The deep bay of La Herradura hides the remains of 25 ships of the Spanish Navy, and more than five thousand sailors. The La Herradura naval disaster occurred on October 19, 1562, due to a very large storm.
As you meander the streets of La Herradura or stroll along the beach or paseo, eventually you will likely stop for some tapas. We’ll help you find scrumptious tapas in La Herradura. It may just seem like any regular restaurant from the outside, or it may feel more like a beach-side cafe, but either way, they are going to have some Spanish tapas for you! Just sit down and order a drink to let the magic happen of the Spanish lifestyle happen.
While we aren’t aware of any dedicated vegetarian restaurants in La Herradura, there are many that are vegetarian-friendly. If they don’t specifically have something on the menu, be sure to ask to alter their menu items. For example, even when you order a salad, you need to be careful, as many come with ham or tuna. Just specify when you order, as all of the La Herradura restaurants are very friendly.
How do you say the name? Is it Almuñécar or Almunecar? Why do we sometimes see the word Sexi and hear about Sexitanos? Don’t worry, we will do our best to explain it to you! Let’s learn about the name “Almuñécar”, how to pronounce it, and a tiny bit of history.
If you like mosaic art, then join us on this photo walk along the Paseo Puerta del Mar Almuñécar, Spain. What were once ordinary cement benches, are now beautiful works of art and local attractions. Each bench is covered with white mosaic tiles and accented with an amazing design in blue mosaic tile.
With rising rental prices, many people are considering buying real estate in Almuñecar —La Herradura. We have a list of recommended English-speaking real estate agents, accountants, renovation experts, and expert Spanish property lawyers to help you navigate buying a home on the Costa Tropical.
Real estate in Spain can seem a bit overwhelming, but we have some recommended real estate agents who can assist you in English, Spanish, and possibly other languages as well.
Let Tropicana Estates help you with buying your home in Spain! They are one of the leading privately owned Real Estate agents in Almuñécar, offering homes for sale along the Costa Tropical, Spain.
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The Costa Granada Home Team can offer properties along the coast of Granada, from La Herradura to Castell de Ferro including Almuñécar, Salobreña, Motril and Gualchos, also inland, Valle de Lecrín, including Lobres, Molvízar, Ítrabo, Jete, Los Guájares and Vélez of Benaudalla.
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Buying a home in Spain can be difficult when it comes to navigating the legal aspects. Please contact our recommended English-speaking lawyers to help you every step of the way.
Lex Artis Solicitors are expert lawyers dealing with real estate in Almuñecar – La Herradura. Delivering effective solutions and personalized guidance to help you navigate legal challenges with confidence.
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AF CONSULTING ABOGADOS – LAWYERS is a comprehensive legal office from which we intend to solve your legal needs. They have a team of lawyers specialized in the different matters to make sure you have an expert in the right subject matter.
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Reformas La Fuente offers all you need to renovate and maintain your property in Almuñecar – La Herradura and beyond. They are dedicated to providing the best construction, renovation, and remodeling for you.
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Moving to Spain offers many exciting opportunities, but it’s essential to understand the country’s tax system, especially if you’re planning to work or invest in Spain. Whether you’re a resident, self-employed (autónomo), or a non-resident property owner, knowing the tax obligations in Spain can help you avoid unnecessary surprises. Let’s dive into the key tax responsibilities for expats in Spain and how you can simplify the process with expert help.
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No matter where you travel the prices for a checked bag are usually very expensive. Many people are now trying to travel with carry on luggage only, but it can be difficult to navigate all of the different carry-on luggage sizes for Europe. Each carrier has their own rules about weight and dimensions, so we will share all of that with you as well as what we think is the best carry on luggage for Europe.
El Majuelo Park and botanical garden is full of amazing plants, sculptures, and paths to meander. You will also find authentic artisan workshops where you may see the artists work and purchase goods. In addition, the view of the historic Phoenician and Roman Fish-Salting Factory and Castle are the best. The Pièce de résistance are the wide variety of botanical plants within this park. Often events are held in the botanical garden.Continue reading
One of the best things about living in Almuñécar & La Herradura is the walkability! If you are in town, everything is just out your door, but sometimes you still need assistance getting things home. This is when shopping carts with wheels come in handy. Some of you may call them a shopping trolley or shopping carriage, but we just call it a good old shopping cart!
There is nothing better than a sense of community and that is what you will find in many of the social groups available in Spain. There are several resources at your disposal via Social Groups, Clubs, Facebook Groups, Blog and Websites about Spain or the Costa Tropical area. Within these groups, you may connect and learn from others. If you are looking for second-hand or used goods, there are several different buy, sell, swap groups too.
The neighborhood of San Sebastián is one of the oldest in Almuñécar and has some ancient treasures to discover. Not only will you see one of the several sections of the Roman aqueduct, but there is another little treasure. Tucked away in the narrow streets of the neighborhood is the small hermitage of San Sebastián.
