After having started its life as a fishing village and coastal
stronghold, Fuengirola is becoming one of the most popular
international destinations on Spain's famous Costa del Sol. With
about 320 days of sunshine a year, a rich and interesting history,
and plenty to see and do, people from all over the world are flocking
to the town of Fuengirola and its suburbs. They soak in the sun,
swim, and enjoy a relaxed vacation. Or, sometimes, a relaxed new
lifestyle. Because many visitors to Furngirola love it so much that
they decide to buy a piece of Fuengirola property and... stick around.
And you really can't blame them. Once you've lain down on one of
Fuengirola's sandy beaches, it's hard to imagine not wanting to stay.
Fuengirola Facts and Facilities
Today, of the 60,000 or so people currently registered as living in
Fuengirola, a full 25% of them are expatriates from other countries--
people who came for a visit and decided to make a life here. Most of
them are from European countries, with the bulk coming from the UK and
Finland. There is such a large and rich international community there
that there are many local programs, groups and activities geared
towards expats-- especially English, Irish, and Scottish ones.
Foreigners living in Fuengirola get the best of both worlds: gorgeous
Spanish weather, a rich local culture, and a feeling of fitting in and
having all the amenities of home.
Even for people from the UK and other places in Europe with families,
it's not difficult to get the same education for your children they
received at home. While there are relatively few private schools in
Fuengirola itself, there are many high-quality private (and state)
schools just a short distance from town. Many of these schools offer
an award-winning British curriculum, and the children attending are
instructed in a bilingual environment.
Another bonus for those living in Fuengirola is the town's proximity to,
well... everything. While you will generally need a car to get to many
places in the area, owning Fuengirola real estate gives you a great
centre from which to explore the rest of the Costa del Sol. The town
is just twenty minutes from the airport in Malaga, and trains going
into Malaga city leave Fuengirola every 30 minutes. Fuengirola is
also twenty minutes from elegant and picturesque Marbella, and just ten
from Torremolinos. Want to head to Gibraltar? It's just a short hour's
drive from Fuengirola.
Fuengirola Activities
One of the most famous places in Fuengirola is the Paseo Maritimo,
the beautiful long promenade running along the beach. With seven
kilometres of sandy beach in Fuengirola, the promenade is one of the
longest in Spain. To make it even more appealing, the local council
has recently initiated a program to renovate the entire area, widening
the promenade, planting trees and flowers, and creating plenty of
appealing places to sit and enjoy the area. This program is running
throughout Fuengirola, and the entire town has rally benefited.
A very big reason why people from all over move to Fuengirola is
because there is so much to do there. Unlike some of the smaller,
out-of-the-way towns currently trying to attract more foreign
residents, Fuengirola is a cosmopolitan city which can cater to any
taste, no matter the nationality. For those living in Fuengirola with
a family, there are water parks ,Fuengirola Zoo, plenty of gorgeous beaches and of course,
shopping at the miramar fuengirola shopping center. And for those relaxing or retiring in Fuengirola,
there are golf courses, wonderful international restaurants, and a
large and welcoming community of both Spaniards and expatriates.
Fuengirola Property
Fuengirola is one of the largest and most important resort towns on
all of the Costa del Sol. The municipality of Fuengirola itself
covers about 11 sq. kilometres, bordered on both sides by streams
and rivers. And within this area there are several different sections
in which to purchase property in Fuengirola-- each one offering a
vastly different experience.
If you're looking for a quiet and more laid-back lifestyle, you may
want to look into Fuengirola property in the extreme north of the
area. This area is full of mountains and valleys, and doesn't have
the "high rise" look and feel of other areas of Fuengirola. Here,
there are only a few close-knit real estate developments, mostly
made up of small villas with plenty of space. And while you're within
minutes of the town centre, you also get the peace and quiet of the
Spanish countryside.
If, however, you're looking for beach and sunshine and plenty of
nightlife, the town itself is probably your best option when searching
for Fuengirola property. With plenty of high rise developments
(though there are some smaller, single-storey villas throughout
Fuengirola) there are plenty of real estate opportunities in the
area. And since the population is constantly expanding,
new buildings are going up all the time, and the real estate
opportunities in Fuengirola are almost limitless.
If you are looking to buy property in Fuengirola, please contact us for our
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