Motril is an ideal place for a break on the Costa Tropical and, like many towns in this region, has a rich historical and artistic heritage, as well as a natural one. The town began as a Phoenician enclave and later experienced a Moorish invasion and, in the late 16th century, a Christian victory. The main activities of the inhabitants of the time were agriculture, fishing, and silk and sugar production.
The historic center perfectly reflects traditional Arab-Spanish architecture. Buildings to see include the large Church of the Incarnation, the Town Hall, the Pre-industrial Sugar Cane Museum, and the Shrine of the Virgin de la Cabeza, the town's patron saint. This Baroque building was the residence of the mother of the last king of Granada and is located on a hill that offers spectacular views of the city and its surroundings.
For those who want to take a leisurely beach break and enjoy the sun and sea, the area around Motril offers a wonderful succession of clear sandy beaches, suitable for both relaxation and various water and beach sports. Playa de Torrenueva is a 15-minute drive from the coast, while Playa Granada, with its black sand and pebbles, is only 10 minutes from town. Also worth a visit are the beaches of Playa de La Rijana and Playa de Calahonda, as well as Playa de La Joya, a beautiful beach hidden among the cliffs.
How to reach the boardings
Address: Recinto Portuario S/N - 18613 Motril (Granada)
GPS coordinates: 36°43'29.7"N 3°31'41.4"W
Coming from Granada, the port of Motril can be reached in about 30 minutes via the A7. The center of Motril is over 5 km from the port, and cabs and public buses provide daily connections. There are no train stations, the nearest being Granada, 40 minutes away, and the nearest international airports are Granada, Almeria and Malaga, all 45 minutes from the Port of Motril.
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