Matalasca�as
Spain · AndalusiaES
Place in Andalusia, Spain
Matalascañas is the name of an Atlantic beach and coastal resort town within the Municipality of Almonte, in southwestern Spain. It is known for having an ancient upside down tower on the sand called Torre de la Higuera, one of the seven defensive towers built by Phillip II in the 16th century to protect the coast from incursions by Turkish and North African corsairs and which is protected as a Cultural Interest Asset by the government. This beach is part of the coast of Almonte, which is the longest beach in Spain, being around 30 miles long (53 km) and including several other landmarks like Torre del Loro's Beach, Cuesta Maneli Beach and the virgin beaches of the Doñana National Park, ending at river Guadalquivir. This locale was still called by the tower's name until the 1970s. Matalascañas is surrounded by the Doñana National Park and was segregated from it in 1969 to allow the development of a beach-side tourist village. The mild Mediterranean climate, fine golden sand of the beachfront, mobile dunes and clean water attract tourists throughout the year and the summer nightlife is attractive to young people. Officially established in 1972, its population goes into orbit during the summer, due to its proximity to Seville and being a holiday destination for neighbouring towns and a final residence for retired people. It has been holding the title of Blue flag beach for decades.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,886
- Coordinates
- 36.998, -6.551
- Timezone
- Europe/Madrid
- Elevation
- 20 m
Overview of Matalasca�as
Matalasca�as is the kind of tiny locality you find in Andalusia, Spain. About 2,886 people are based here. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. Matalasca�as is strongest on wellness. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location.
Things to do in Matalasca�as
Wellness in Matalasca�as
(1)Wellness lovers get Farms. All of it is drawn from Matalasca�as's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Getting there & around
Small places like Matalasca�as are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Andalusia. Time zone: Europe/Madrid.
Similar destinations
Places near Matalasca�as that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matalasca�as known for?
- Matalasca�as, in Andalusia, Spain, is best known for wellness. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 2,886 residents.
- What can you do in Matalasca�as?
- Recorded activities in Matalasca�as include Farms. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Matalasca�as located?
- Matalasca�as is located in Andalusia, Spain. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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