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La Herradura

La Herradura is a gorgeous town on the Costa Tropical. With some 3,000 inhabitants, it's got the second largest population in Almuñécar. Located in a natural port formed by the bay, with Cerro Gordo to the west and Punta de la Mona to the east, it has been a strategic point for maritime expeditions for civilisations throughout the ages..

La Herradura Beach

La Herradura makes its living from tourism, and, to a lesser extent, agriculture. Although historically ancient, the town is both youthful and vibrant.

La Herradura boasts the Marina del Este, which can moor up to 230 boats. It's also an important diving centre, boasting the remains of 28 galleons that were shipwrecked and found a watery grave on the seabed there.

This, and the great beauty and colour of the seabed, make it one of the town's main diving points.

For golf lovers, there is access to several courses in the surrounding areas. Enjoy your favourite sport on the Costa Tropical.

We've divided further information into the following sections: getting around, Restaurants, what to do in La Herradura, Golf, leisure and shopping, as well as plenty to see on the events calendar.