Did you know there are speed cameras in Almuñécar? This shouldn’t be a big surprise, as there are road signs clearly marking the speed radar zone. That said, when you have beautiful scenery you are looking at or on the hunt for a parking space, you can easily miss those signs. Needless to say when you receive that multa (fine) in the mail, with a photo of your car, it doesn’t feel good. Of course the next reaction is denial and that it couldn’t have been you, as you don’t speed.
Riding, Touring, & Cycling Almuñécar
Costa Tropical is a great location for cycling from sea to mountains. A visiting cyclist has some tips for you for riding, touring, or cycling Almuñécar and the Costa Tropical.
From Granada To Almuñécar & Almuñécar To Granada
Almuñécar is on the Costa Tropical and by road is 75 kilometers from Málaga, 80 kilometers from Granada, and 129 kilometers from Almeria. It is easy to make your way to and from Almuñécar and you have several transportation options.
How To Get To Larios Mall & Other Shopping Málaga
Are you getting cabin fever staying in the small coastal city of Almuñécar? Are you dreaming of a day out at a big and modern shopping mall? Well, let us share with you how to get to Larios Mall, Vialia Mall, IKEA Malaga, Plaza Mayor, from Almuñécar to Málaga and back. We provide you with instructions via the public bus, in addition to directions for driving a car.
Take The Malaga Airport Bus! Malaga Airport to Almuñécar & La Herradura
A great and inexpensive way to get to Almuñécar & La Herradura is the Malaga airport bus! Don’t worry you can also travel from Almuñécar to the Malaga Airport and also from Malaga to Almuñécar. We will provide you detailed instructions in both directions, to help you with your journey. You have options for a direct bus or you may take a bus to Malaga central bus station and change there for your destination.
Spain ITV Renewal – A quick How-To guide for renewing your car’s ITV
If you own a car in Spain, eventually you’ll need to renew its roadworthiness certification (Spain ITV renewal). Known as the M.O.T. in the United Kingdom, or the D.O.T. in the United States, the roadworthiness sticker is named ITV in Spain (Inspección Técnica de Vehículos) . Renewing ITV in Spain is actually very straightforward. We provide complete instructions below specific to ITV Granada or Costa Tropical, but much of it applies the general process of renewing your ITV in Spain as well.
Electric Bikes Guide for Costa Tropical
Summer is fast approaching, and you know what that means…more people. More people means more traffic, and that means parking can be a real headache. If you’re the walking type of person, then more power to you. This post will cover a relatively new transportation platform that’s much better than cars when it comes to getting around, and it’s much greener. I’m referring to electric bikes!
How To Figure Out Parking in Almuñécar & La Herradura
There are several options for Parking in Almuñécar. Some of the options have a time limit, while others are more worry free. You must be aware of the different seasons, dates and hours for the “On street pay parking“, as it can be a bit confusing.
When parking along the street in town you will notice various colored dashes along the road. There are signs posted along the way which explain what these colors mean, but you need to get out of your car to read the signs.Continue reading
Tarjeta Andalucía Junta Sesenta y Cinco – Senior Discounts Andalucía
Did you know if you are a resident in Spain and 65 years or older you have access to senior discounts? All you need to do is apply for the Tarjeta Andalucía Junta Sesenta y Cinco (Tarjeta 65)! This is a senior discount card that entitles you to certain senior discounts in Andalucía.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Costa Tropical
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations along the Costa Tropical, with a strong focus on the Almuñecar – La Herradura area. This is just the beginning of a longer list to come. Your contributions would be appreciated as well.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Almuñecar – La Herradura
More and more electric vehicles are on the roads and we are often asked where car charging points are located.
Electric car charging station Mercadona P4
This parking garage is tightly packed, but there is space to charge your electric vehicle, so this is a good option for you.
- Calle Marina Pineda, near town center
- Mercadona Opening hours: Monday – Saturday 9:00 to 21:30
Electric car charging point Aldi
This car park is very spacious and it is easy to get around. There are several bays dedicated to charging your electric vehicle.
Electric car charging stations Mercadona San Cristobal
Mercadona Garage has several electric car charging points in its parking garage. You may access the parking garage on the right side of Mercadona and charge your vehicle as you shop. Most of the charging points are located along the south wall, so as you drive into the car park they would be immediately on your left.
- Address: Avenida Mar de Plata, 4 San Cristobal. Behind Almuñécar Playa Hotel.
- Mercadona Opening hours: Monday – Saturday 9:00 to 21:30, July- August open Sunday 09:00 – 15:00
Share more charging points with us!
I am certain there are many more electric vehicle charging stations along the Costa Tropical. If you know of one you would like us to add, just tell us the exact location and send a photo we can use on the website too.