Guide to the popular and long-visited city Fuengirola on Costa del Sol by Scandinavians
About 30 minutes drive from Malaga or from Marbella is the most famous holiday resort on the Costa del Sol, by Swedes, namely Fuengirola. It is so popular that there are more tourists there than residents. The city reaches a population of 60,000 inhabitants while the number of tourists ends up somewhere between 200,000 and 400,000. This gives the city an international atmosphere where people come from all over the world to relax on the long sandy beaches, swim in the beautiful sea and discover what the city has to offer. But it is not only tourists who come on holiday from many parts of the world, many also have holiday accommodation here or even live here permanently. What makes most people stay is that this city is one of the few places in Europe that has a subtropical climate.
Admittedly, Nerja has taken over as the Costa del Sol's most popular place for Scandinavians for several years now, but Fuengirola is still a very popular city for Swedes, which you cannot help but notice once you are in the city. Here you will find Swedish Church, Swedish grocery stores and restaurants, a Swedish school, and Swedish hairdresser, broker and craftsman. There is also a Swedish street food restaurant to eat at if desired. If you are looking for a more authentic Spanish city, this is not the best option, but for those who are looking for a holiday home or permanent residence here, it can often be appreciated to get hold of some Swedish products and services from time to time.
As the city is permeated with different nationalities, cultures and exciting people from different backgrounds, the city's social life is at least as exciting as the weather and environment. Here you can meet people from all over the world and maybe find friends to enjoy the nightlife with or why not make new connections for life.
Shopping Fuengirola
There are plenty of things to see and do in the city. Experience the culinary life by trying out some of the over 400 different wonderful restaurants and visit the Costa del Sol's largest market at the feria square for a little (or a lot) of shopping. Here you can find a bargain every Tuesday or just walk around and soak up the atmosphere and all the beauty that the market has on display. If you miss it on Tuesday, you can instead visit the flea market that is held every Saturday at the same place (Calle Recento Farial). If it is shopping you are looking for, there are also several shopping town center . The two largest are Eroski and El Corte Ingles.
Things to do and attractions in Fuengirola
With plenty of family activities, there's something for everyone. For example, take a trip to water park or zoological gardenThere is also space for golf enthusiasts to play a few rounds on one of the many golf courses in the city (Torrequebrada, Calavano, La Cala and Santa Clara Golf Club are particularly recommended). If you want to mix it up with other activities, there is also access to several tennis courts, paddle courts and a skate park.
You can travel with horse and carriage to get from attraction to attraction or to get a little cozy overview while you move through the city. This is also an experience in itself. But another common way to get around is by car. There are many opportunities to rent your own car in the city and if you land by plane in Malaga you can also pick up a rental car right there at the airport. The city of Fuengirola is not big, only 10 square kilometers, so you have every chance to drive around and explore every little cozy corner of the city. Read more about renting a car in Spain, things to consider, the cheapest operators, etc.
Nightlife
When the sun goes down, a whole new life awakens. If you stay awake, you can take part in the city's exuberant and vibrant nightlife. In addition to a variety of restaurants, there are also plenty of pubs and bars to visit. Depending on what you like to explore, there are several options such as rock bars, Latin bars, salsa bars, blues bars, etc. If you like to dance, there are several nightclubs that stay open until the early hours of the morning. With a lively nightlife and a wide range of choices, it is not difficult to stay busy both during the day and at night in Fuengirola. The nightlife also gives you an excellent chance to meet and socialize with people from all over the world. According to Tripadvisor users, it is found best nightlife in the city at Speakeasy Jazz Club & Cocktails, as well as Bar Elements and the most popular British pub is the Old London Bar.
The city is perfect for those who want to sunbathe, swim, stay active, shop and be out at night. This makes the city adaptable no matter what kind of holiday you are looking for. Whether you want to go with your friends for a fun time or bring the whole family for a wonderful family holiday in the sun, there is entertainment to suit everyone.
If you get to the city at the right time, you can also get sucked into their fantastic festivals or holidays. Choose to go there when they celebrate Easter for a whole new Easter experience. Fuengirola also has two annual ferias, which are a type of village festival. You have the international feria called People's Fair which takes place at the turn of April/May. About a million Spaniards come here to experience both dance, music and food. In October you can take part in Rosario Fair. Here the city shuts down completely to dance and socialize, and it ends with a grand fireworks display. You can also choose to replace the Swedish Midsummer and head down to Fuengirola for their celebration. Here they celebrate the year starting anew, and that makes it big! Join the Spaniards at midnight and walk backwards into the sea while making a wish for the new year.
Fuengirola really has a lot to offer and can keep you busy for weeks. If you also have time to spare for some of the city's attractions, a visit to is recommended Bio Parc, a zoo where you can see tropical animals from Africa and Asia. Take a stroll by Mijas Water Park, which is the city's large water park, the Historical Museum, the Peace Palace, the Variety Theater, and bail SohailThis castle was built in the 9th century under Muslim rule and is today the city's main attraction.
For those who love to discover and explore, you can also move outside the sunny city limits. Take a trip to the neighboring village of Los Boliches, which is a truly beautiful sight with its small streets and whitewashed houses. There are many buses and trains that can take you to surrounding towns and villages such as Gibraltar, Marbella, Cordoba, Tarifa, Ronda and many more. Are you keen to take the opportunity to experience Madrid There is also a high-speed train line that takes you all the way from Malaga to Madrid in only about 2 hours. If you choose to stay your entire holiday in Fuengirola you will have a wonderful holiday trip!
The housing market in Fuengirola
Investors are now looking to Nerja east of Malaga, as well as other areas on Costa del Sol, such as Estepona. A more popular option for holiday accommodation in Spain is also nearby Benalmadena.
For a long time there was a large supply of relatively cheap houses and apartments in Fuengirola. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case. When an affordable property in Fuengirola and the surrounding area becomes available, we publish it in our newsletter for the western Costa del Sol. Subscribe to our newsletter for the western Costa del Sol here to get information about these properties, as well as other listing of particular interest in and around Fuengirola.
Also consider that there are still slightly cheaper homes for sale along Nueva Andalucia, near Fuengirola. Write to info@spanskafastigheter.se We will get back to you with a report about what type of accommodation you are looking for.
As far as it goes bank repossession In Fuengirola there is a lot to choose from. At the time of writing there are around 80 apartments and houses in the largest bank's database. However, these bank repossession are in very poor condition and are located by motorways etc. Prices for bank-repossessed listing in Fuengirola are around €100,000 and upwards.
We have several resale listing in and around Fuengirola for sale. Write to info@spanskafastigheter.se and tell us what type of apartment or house you are looking for in Fuengirola, new development or used , and we will return with a report on the top picks here and now.
Hotel accommodation in Benalmadena
Do you want to rent an apartment or house, or book a hotel in Estepona? Then the following operators are recommended as they have the best prices and offer:
Hotels.com recommended due to lowest price guarantee on hotels
Most of our clients rent a car in the area via cheap Holiday Auto
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Cheap flights to Malaga among others (which is the airport you land at if you are going to Benalmadena. It is about 11 km away).
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