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From the long town beach of La Rada to the sheltered cove of El Cristo: where to swim, walk and watch the sunset in Estepona.
Estepona has more than twenty kilometres of coastline, so there is a beach for every mood: lively town beaches with everything close by, quiet coves and long stretches where the only plan is a walk by the sea.
Playa de la Rada
The town's main beach runs right in front of the centre, backed by a long seafront promenade. It is wide, well looked after and has sunbeds, beach bars (chiringuitos) and showers in summer. It is perfect if you want the old town, shops and restaurants a few minutes' walk away.
Playa del Cristo
Next to the marina, El Cristo is a small, sheltered cove with calm water, which makes it a favourite with families with young children. It gets busy in July and August, so arrive early.
Beyond the town
Heading east and west along the coast you will find longer, quieter beaches between the urbanisations. Many are easy to reach by car and are great for a long walk at sunset.
- Bring water shoes if you have small children: some beaches have pebbles near the shoreline.
- In summer, flags tell you the sea conditions: green is fine, yellow means caution, red means no swimming.
- Leave no rubbish behind and use the bins on the promenade.
Getting there
Most of Estepona's beaches are a short drive from our homes. Ask us when you arrive and we will tell you our favourites for that week's weather. See our homes.
