A Guide of Estepona

Estepona is a popular hotspot of the Costa del Sol. The town offers residents beautiful coastal living with stunning sea views and authentic Spanish charm.

Thanks to its superb location and wonderful local culture, it’s no surprise to see how well-liked Estepona is.

What is the history of Estepona?

Estepona boasts a rich and storied history, with settlements in the area dating all the way back to the Stone Age. There is evidence of Neanderthal tools and stone tombs found in the region, showing how long Estepona has been occupied (approximately 30,000 years).

Around the 9th to 8th centuries BC, the Phoenicians built settlements in the Estepona area. From there, they developed trade and exploited local resources, particularly salted fish, for production to other areas of Spain. By 200 BC, the Romans had gained control of Estepona, and the region began to flourish.

A significant Roman settlement existed near the Guadalmansa River. Thermal baths and other ancient structures have also been found in the area.

In 1729, Estepona gained independence, granted by King Philip V of Spain. Most of the narrow streets and one-storey houses in the old town were built during the 18th and 19th centuries, but it was in the 20th century that Estepona started to blossom into what it looks like today.

At the start of the 1900s, Estepona was a small community of 9000 farmers and fishermen, but from the 1960s onwards, tourism increased in the area and transformed Estepona into a popular resort destination on the Costa del Sol.

What types of homes are there in Estepona?

One of the great things about Estepona is its value for money. While some areas along the Costa del Sol can cost a pretty penny, property in Estepona offers much more for your money.

Property prices in this delightful fishing and farming town suit a wide range of budgets and requirements.

For a one-bedroom apartment in the town centre, you could be lucky to pay just €120,000. Two-bed properties for slightly more at around €250,000. Meanwhile, you can find a townhouse for around €300,000, showing just how cost-effective a well-sized property can be.

What is there to do in Estepona?

Estepona offers residents and visitors a wealth of activities, such as world-class golf courses, wonderful beach bars, two blue flag beaches, flower-lined streets to explore in the old town, natural parks for hikes and incredible views of the Mediterranean Sea, day trips to nearby towns, and much more.

For golf lovers, Estepona offers a dream lifestyle, with the following golf courses nearby:

• El Paraíso Golf
• Valle Romano Golf
• Estepona Golf
• Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club
• Atalaya Golf & Country Club

Estepona Marina is just a short walk from beautiful beaches, restaurants and bars to sample, with all kinds of authentic Spanish food and other delicacies.

How close is Estepona to Marbella?

Marbella is around 33km from the centre of Estepona, and you can reach the major Costa del Sol city in just 32 minutes via car along the AP-7. Along this road, you’ll sample some beautiful scenery along the hills of the Costa del Sol, while the Mediterranean Sea is on the opposite side, giving breathtaking panoramic views everywhere you look.

In terms of public transport, you can catch a 90-minute bus that heads straight along the coast up to Marbella. Otherwise, you can hop on the train, which takes between 35 and 40 minutes.

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