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MOTRIL


Motril is located at the southern most part of its province, Granada, and is known to be the second among the largest towns in the said province. Situated on a hill, on the base of Sierra de Lújar, it is now known to be the capital of the Tropical Coast. The town additionally acts as the coastal gate between the towns of Jaen and Motril. It takes 68 km to travel from the town’s province, Granada. Motril also has an altitude of 45 m above sea level, also located near the river of Guadalfeo. As of the year 2008, the number of the town’s inhabitants now reaches up to 59,163 and they are referred to as “Motrileños”.


This is a commercial town that mainly profits from the tropical fruit and flower producers in the region. The town of Motril is a famous tourist destination due to its shopping locations, restaurants and their spectacular beaches. Considering that there are a lot of natives in Motril, there are in fact a multitude of things to do within the town.


Their beaches are also widely popular due to the fact that they cater to not only one particular need, but to numerous and specific needs. There are those family oriented beaches, beaches for those who enjoy water sports, then the private or secluded beaches, and even those nude beaches. Even in beaches, it is clear that any tourist can have what they want, when they’re in the town of Motril.


Although it has not yet been verified if it was indeed a part of the town’s history or if this was the legendary “Murgis”, however, it dates back during the ancient times.


It has been said that the town of Motril was once named as “Moctril” or “Mentrel”. The town consisted Emir of Granada’s large farmhouse, and was tied closely to Salobreña. After some time, the Arabs, or the Moors, claimed the town as their own, and due to the seaside location, Motril flourished and became well-known as a fishing town.


It was then conquered by the Catholic Moors during the year 1489, it was left nearly uninhabited, after the Moors abandoned the town from being expelled during the year 1507. Subsequently, it was then repopulated with the Christians from the Castile kingdom. It was attacked and destroyed during the War of Alpujarra during the year 1569.


Due to the strategic location of the town of Motril, which is 2 km off the coast, the town’s location was able to protect the Motril and its inhabitants from the attacks of the Berber pirates during the 16th and 17th centuries. Being popular in terms of beaches, there are three beaches that really draw lots of people, all summer long. These are the Playa Granada, Playa De Poniente, and Playa De Calahonda. All of them offer remarkable features such as the abundance of sand, exceptional water, and frequently offer nighttime, open-air concerts. Water sports are offered in most beaches. However, there are those beaches that are in fact smaller, secluded and more private which offers a romantic getaway for couples and even nude sunbathing.


Another popular tourist spot located in the town of Motril is the Carchuna Castle. It is known to be the city’s main defensive fortress ever since the 1700’s. The fortress held countless numbers of prisoners during the Spanish War in the year 1930’s.


Motril’s town hall is also one of those places which a tourist should not afford to miss. Their town hall was constructed back during the 1631 in baroque style. The town hall is composed of a mudejar coffered ceiling, located at the main entrance hall and at the assembly hall as well.


An interesting yet historical event which happened in the town of Motril, 22nd of July 2008, was the sealing of the second time capsule that exists in Spain. The event was organized in order to commemorate the 135th anniversary of the cantonal movement in Motril which started way back during July 22, 1873 and ended on March 25. This time capsule will be then opened on the 22nd of July 2023, in order to celebrate the 150th anniversary of this event.


All in all, the town of Motril is indeed a remarkable destination for the discerning tourists. Motril offers countless activities and spectacular landscapes. No particular tourist will ever find this town dull and boring due to the numerous shops, restaurants, beaches and the architectural structures which they are in fact well-known for. Despite of the fact that there are numerous things to experience here in this town, Motril is still much peaceful, quieter, and calmer than those in the larger cities.


Families who are looking for unique and unforgettable experiences, should definitely travel to Motril.


PROVINCE: Granada
AREA : 110 Km2
INHABITANTS: 50.025


Located at the foothills of Sierra de Lújar, Motril is the biggest town and the capital of the Tropical Coast. Just one hour drive from malaga airport. It enjoys a mild subtropical climate which enables the cultivation of exotic fruits such as sugar cane, avocadoes and mangoes. It`s shares the essence of the Mediterranean south.. a bright blue sky, a tranquil sea, and a gentle breeze. One of the biggest attractions in the city is the port. Fair and Patron day Festival, in honour of the Santísima Virgen de la Cabeza, celebrated in August



Shooping Motril

Visitors can purchase local confectionery, rum, sugar cane and a large variety of ceramics and earthenware