Playa de Castilla, Protected beach in Costa de la Luz, Spain
Playa de Castilla is a protected beach in southern Spain stretching roughly 20 kilometers with golden sand bordered by natural dunes. The shoreline meets calm Atlantic waters and is backed by steep cliffs to the south.
The beach took its name during the Reconquista when the Crown of Castile sought to control a sea route to the Atlantic. This coastline was a key location for the kingdom's western maritime expansion.
Local fishermen practice their craft along the shore and sell their daily catches at casual beach restaurants known as chiringuitos. These establishments shape daily life here and link traditional fishing with regional food culture.
The beach can be reached through entry points from Matalascañas or via the Mazagón road, with paid parking available nearby. Some areas have soft sand, so comfortable footwear makes walking easier.
The beach is part of Doñana National Park, where the cliff face of El Asperillo rises nearly 100 meters above the waterline. These sand cliffs expose different geological layers and create a striking backdrop behind the flat shoreline.
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