Alhaurín El Grande at Alhaurín el Grande

Located at the foot of the Sierra de Mijas, Alhaurín el Grande is considered one of the liveliest towns in Malaga. Located about 20 km from Malaga airport, the town is close to Malaga center and 30 km from Marbella. In addition, the nearest beach is about 20 minutes away.

If you like sports and nature, Alhaurín el Grande stands out for its beautiful natural environment. From its mountains, full of paths and cycling routes, you can see Malaga and its port from one side, and Mijas Costa from the top, a visual spectacle. In its sports center, it has a heated swimming pool, paddle tennis, tennis, soccer and basketball courts; they can be rented. It also has a covered pavilion.

Likewise, if you are a golf lover, Alhaurín el Grande is your place. Alhaurín Golf Hotel has one of the best golf courses in Malaga, designed by the Spanish player Severino Ballesteros. It is an 18-hole par 72 course. About 10 minutes from the town center is Lauro Golf. This course, located in an environment surrounded by nature, is 27 holes par 72.

Alhaurín el Grande also has a rich history and culture; This is reflected in its monuments and emblematic places. Along its traditional Andalusian-style streets we can find various places of interest: Hermitage of San Sebastián, Hermitage of Santa Vera-Cruz, Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación Parish, Torre de Hurique (14th century Muslim monument), Molino Morisco de los Corchos (15th century) and a long etcetera. And not only that, we can also visit its museums: the Oil Museum, the Bread Museum, the Molino de la Paca and the Agriculture Museum.

However, what really characterizes this town are its people and the happy atmosphere that always exists in its streets. Alhaurín el Grande is considered one of the towns with the best gastronomy in all of Malaga. From the best tapas to the most exquisite bars and restaurants, being the street par excellence "Gerald Brenan".

Easter arrives in April. Despite its size, Alhaurín el Grande offers some of the most impressive processions in Malaga, with unbeatable thrones and staging.

In May the fair takes place. Every year thousands of people from other towns come to the Alhaurín el Grande May Fair.

You can obtain more information on the website of the Alhaurín el Grande town hall.