Marbella, a paradise for water sports lovers!
The capital of the Costa del Sol is characterized for being a festive city, for the glamour and beauty present in its alleys, its traditional buildings and the exuberant nature that extends from the interior to the coast. But definitely, one of the most attractive reasons for tourists and travelers from all over the world, is its pleasant climate and the possibility of carrying out an endless number of activities.
The predominant dry weather characterizes this city, as well as the wealth of water tributaries and a spectacular Mediterranean Sea that extends immeasurably from the coast. This mix of factors is a perfect combination that makes Marbella one of the favorite cities for the practice of water sports.
Here, we will share with you the most popular practices and the most frequented places.
Reservoirs and lakes, a great alternative for enjoying water sports
Away from the sea, towards the mountainous interior of this important Spanish city, you will find beautiful natural landscapes where greenery and mountains are the protagonists. The presence of lakes and reservoirs in these areas have made water sports a very popular practice.
Embalse de las Medranas
Located in Parque Los Medranos, just 20 minutes away from the center of Marbella, you can live a unique experience, where your adrenaline levels will reach their peak while enjoying cable sky, a water skiing modality. The athlete is dragged by a system of electrically operated cables, through a circuit arranged with ramps and designed for you to live an incredible experience. You will test your balance with this sport!
Another less extreme option that will allow you to enjoy not only the beautiful scenery, but also the calm and tranquility offered by this natural park, is paddle surfing. It consists of a displacement through the water, with the help of a paddle, while standing on the board.
Embalse de las Medranas
Located in Parque Los Medranos, just 20 minutes away from the center of Marbella, you can live a unique experience, where your adrenaline levels will reach their peak while enjoying cable sky, a water skiing modality. The athlete is dragged by a system of electrically operated cables, through a circuit arranged with ramps and designed for you to live an incredible experience. You will test your balance with this sport!
Another less extreme option that will allow you to enjoy not only the beautiful scenery, but also the calm and tranquility offered by this natural park, is paddle surfing. It consists of a displacement through the water, with the help of a paddle, while standing on the board.
Lake Istan
This is another ideal scenario for the practice of water sports. It is a lake located in the middle of the mountains, in the Parque Natural de la Sierra de las Nieves (declared a biosphere reserve in 1995 by Unesco and characterized by its great biodiversity). Near Istan, a quiet colonial town, away from mass tourism and surrounded by lush vegetation. It is an excellent option just 30 minutes from the center of Marbella, where you can enjoy the benefits of nature, while touring the lake kayaking.
It is one of the most rewarding and highly recommended alternatives.
Lake Istan
This is another ideal scenario for the practice of water sports. It is a lake located in the middle of the mountains, in the Parque Natural de la Sierra de las Nieves (declared a biosphere reserve in 1995 by Unesco and characterized by its great biodiversity). Near Istan, a quiet colonial town, away from mass tourism and surrounded by lush vegetation. It is an excellent option just 30 minutes from the center of Marbella, where you can enjoy the benefits of nature, while touring the lake kayaking.
It is one of the most rewarding and highly recommended alternatives.
Watersports in the Mediterranean Sea
Other outstanding activities that go along with enjoying the water, the sun and the beautiful scenery are sports such as kitesurfing, sailing, sport fishing, flyboarding and scuba diving. Of course Marbella has everything to make these practices a great experience: good winds, excellent temperature and the best beaches.
Sailboats, luxury yachts and underwater sports
With golden sands and glamour everywhere, the beach of Puerto Banús is a place frequented by those who wish to visit its boats, the exclusive commercial stores, restaurants and bars located in the vicinity of the port.
Swimmers and water sports enthusiasts also come here for fascinating experiences. One of the most popular activities in this beach is to board catamarans or luxury yachts that will take you on excursions to solitary places with crystal-clear waters where you can see dolphins, snorkel or dive and appreciate the fantastic underwater world.
Water sports in Marbella for the more adventurous
If you are a little more adventurous and want to get your adrenaline pumping, activities like flyboarding will surely fulfill your expectations. In this sport, very fashionable nowadays, you will use boots fixed on a platform that will move through the sea and will expel you out of its surface. Thanks to the force of water jets propulsion, you will reach a great elevation and you will feel like you are flying with total freedom.
Also, surf the waves on fast jet skis at La Fontanilla beach and enjoy the championships that take place. Surf at Artola-Cabopino beach, popular with surfers thanks to its great waves. And fly over the Mediterranean doing kitesurfing in Los Monteros beach, conditioned for this sport.
As you can see, the options are diverse and the practice of water sports in Marbella is a whole entertainment plan, which of course, depends on your tastes and interests and the adventurous spirit you have. So, if you want to live a day at the beach out of the ordinary, come to Marbella and enjoy an unforgettable experience.
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