Located 97 km from Malaga and 13 km from Estepona, Manilva offers a landscape of small hills, rivers, and valleys, ideal for a balanced active and relaxing holiday. The area boasts serene beaches, ample golfing opportunities, and hiking trails in the hills. A new sports complex near Sabinillas will soon provide football, swimming, paddle, tennis, and squash facilities. Manilva also offers cycling, fishing, horse riding, and bowling.
The main town, Manilva village, rich in Roman and Moorish history, is gaining tourist attention. Surrounded by muscatel grape vineyards, it offers a glimpse of traditional Spanish life. Sabinillas, a coastal village, is known for its market town vibe, with weekly street and car boot sales, and a sandy beach stretching across the village. A newly built promenade offers a scenic spot for sunset walks.
Sabinillas caters to all vacation needs with bars, cafes, restaurants, and banks. It’s also a gateway for day trips to Ronda, Granada’s Alhambra, Gibraltar, and Seville. The beach here is well-maintained, with lifeguard and first aid services.
Puerto La Duquesa, situated between Castillo village and Sabinillas, is a charming port where visitors can enjoy cafes, boat watching, or fishing trips. The port, attractive both day and night, leads to Castillo de La Duquesa, named after an 18th-century fortress. This cozy village is ideal for relaxing in green gardens or savoring seafood at top restaurants.