Marina del Este

Marina del Este is a sailing port in La Herradura near Almuñécar with roughly 220 berths for boats between 8 and 30 meters long. The harbor features moderate water depths and offers various facilities that support mooring and extended stays for sailing vessels.

The port was built in the 1970s and marked a turning point in how the southern coast of this province developed as a tourist destination. The project enabled sailing yachts to visit the region more regularly and water sports became an increasingly popular activity here.

The port serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors mingle at the waterside restaurants and cafés overlooking the boats. The food and social spaces reflect the traditions of the coastal region, creating an everyday meeting point for the community.

The port provides bathrooms, drinking water, electricity, and laundry facilities for boat visitors. Round-the-clock security staff are on site, and wireless internet access is available throughout most areas.

The port sits at the edge of a protected marine reserve that harbors underwater coral structures and rare fish species. Visitors can boat out to snorkeling sites where clear water reveals fascinating marine life just below the surface.