Benahavís

The municipality extends across 145 square kilometers of mountainous terrain between Marbella and Ronda, featuring three rivers: Guadalmina, Guadaiza, and Guadalmansa.

The settlement originated in the 11th century under Arab rule, with Montemayor Castle serving as a military stronghold that monitored 100 kilometers of coastline.

The annual Romería Festival takes place on October 7th, bringing together residents and visitors for traditional celebrations and community gatherings.

The municipality contains multiple golf courses, including La Zagaleta Club de Campo and Los Flamingos, with the postal code 29679 serving the area.

The name derives from Arabic, meaning 'The Building of Habish', referring to an 11th-century Moorish prince who established the settlement.

Location: Málaga Province

Capital city: Benahavís

Elevation above the sea: 150 m

Part of: distrito notarial de Marbella, Mancomunidade de Concellos da Costa do Sol Occidental, Costa del Sol Occidental

Shares border with: Estepona, Marbella, Istán, Parauta, Igualeja, Pujerra, Júzcar

Website: https://benahavis.es

GPS coordinates: 36.52227,-5.04411

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:23