SPORTS, ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES LOCALLY  

Granada

An hours drive inland, near to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. City with a lot of historical monuments, cultural events, “bar de tapas” and good restaurants. The Alhambra Palace - One of the most brilliant jewels of universal architecture.

The Sierra Nevada mountains

Principal mountain area with The Sierra Nevada national Park and Pradollano, the Sierra Nevada’s popular winter sports resort. Also many sporting activities all year round.

The Alpujarras

A very beautiful mountain region that forms the southern flank of the Sierra Nevada. Steep and narrow valleys overlooked by small villages. Possibilities of hiking, guided walks, horse trekking, 4x4 and parascending.  The area described by Chris Stewart in "Driving over Lemons"

Nerja

Nerja caves and Frigiliana:  Attractive white villages in the typical Andalucian style about 20 minutes from Almuñecar. Panoramic views over the coastline. The caves are just before entering Nerja.

WEATHER

There are at least 320 sunny days a year and you will often be able to eat outside or sit on the beach in winter.

There are consistently and significantly more sunny days, higher temperatures and fewer rainy days at all times of year than just about anywhere else in Europe.

Cooling sea breezes fan the shore for much of the year and there is no rainy season. There will only be serious rain on about 20 days a year, though when it rains it can be heavy.  Winds are generally light to moderate, though you can get occasional bad weather.  During the winter you will notice the sun higher in the sky and setting about 2 hours later than in the UK (usually about 6pm) 

Hopefully the only brolly you’ll need will be a beach one!    

Spring and autumn are frequently gorgeous, with summer being the time to come for the most sun and activities.