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Välkommen till La Herradura

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life – explore beautiful reefs and ruined galleons, or laze about on La Herradura’s unusual black sandy beaches.

On Granada’s Costa Tropical, you will find La Herradura, a whitewashed town overlooked by the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Situated at the eastern end of a striking bay, this quintessential Andalusian town offers some very dramatic scenery. Cast your eyes towards the bay, where waters the colour of oxidised copper lap at black sand; glance skywards to discover the velvety black folds of the Sierra Nevada, rising majestically above the horizon like a sleeping giant.

This area possesses one of the most beautiful bays in southern Spain, so it’s not surprising to discover it’s a favourite of residents of Granada, who retreat here in the summer to escape the city. To the rest of the world, however, this stretch of coast is still relatively obscure – great news, if you are looking to buy here.

Head to the beautiful palm-lined promenade, where you can admire the full-scope of the scenery, including two promontories, which extend outwards like a pair of arms welcoming the Mediterranean Sea into the bay. Almost half a millennia ago, the bay beckoned 25 Spanish naval galleons to their ultimate ruin, and their remains can still be found in its beds. As a result, the area has become a hot spot for scuba-divers, who flock from all over the world to explore the reefs and the wreckage.


Plats


Community

La Herradura is home to people from all over the world, but Spanish people make up the majority of the population. There is plenty of community spirit, with a number of charities operating in the town and a free local newspaper for residents featuring local news, ads and features.

Property

The main town is mostly comprised of modern apartments and townhouses. If you prefer older style properties, venture out to the rural surrounding areas, where you can find traditional fincas and cortijos.

Amenities

The town itself is well supplied with shops, bars and restaurants, so you are within walking distance of the essentials you need for daily life. The neighbouring town of Almunecar is just over 10 minutes away in the car and has several large supermarkets.

Transport

There is a regular bus service which travels from La Herradura to Marina del Este and Almunecar. The A-7 highway is around 5 minutes from the town centre and will get you to Malaga airport within an hour.

Health

There are a number of small clinics in the area. For larger doctors’ practices and hospitals you can head to nearby Almuñeca.

Cost of Living

La Herradura offers great value for money, with affordable property prices, low living costs and excellent quality of life.