Fuengirola is loved by expats and is the perfect place to live or for a family holiday.
Fuengirola, Malaga
Fuengirola, Malaga Unsplash

When talking about beautiful coastal towns in Malaga it is impossible not to mention Fuengirola, halfway between Torremolinos and Marbella. It is one of the most important tourist places in the whole province, reaching figures close to 250,000 inhabitants during the summer months.

Its economy revolves mainly around the tourist sector, with thousands of visitors coming to enjoy its 8 kilometres of coastline divided into a total of seven beaches. It also has other places of interest worth visiting, starting with the Sohail Castle, a Moorish citadel and continuing with the Torreblanca Thermal Baths, the Church of Nuestra Señora del Rosario or its well-known Bioparc Fuengirola.

Fuengirola is one of the most popular destinations on the Costa del Sol, situated between the municipalities of Mijas and Benalmádena. It is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the sun. Its beaches are transparent in colour, with calm waves and toasted sand, making them an excellent choice on the Andalusian coast.

With regard to beaches in Fuengirola, the most visited and outstanding are the beaches of Castillo, Santa Amalia and Boliches, without forgetting the beaches of Torreblanca, Las Gaviotas and Carvajal. It is also worth mentioning its local gastronomy, with outstanding dishes such as sardine skewers, pescaíto frito, ajoblanco and gazpacho.

Living in Fuengirola, Spain

On idealista you can find both property for sale in Fuengirola and property for rent. On the other hand, if what you want is to enjoy a few days of holidays, look for your holiday rental in Fuengirola on Rentalia.

The most beautiful villages in Malaga

With its unique mountain scenery and deep blue Mediterranean Sea, Malaga and the Costa del Sol is the ideal place for nature lovers. Here you can see the complete list of the most beautiful villages in Malaga that you can't miss.