Moving to Marbella

Marbella, a popular resort on the Costa del Sol, is considered one of the best holiday destinations in Europe. A lot of holiday-makers decide to move to Marbella after visiting this resort where they can enjoy luxurious beaches, high-quality housing, well-developed modern infrastructure, plenty of restaurants, from tiny tapas bars to Michlen-star eateries and many other entertainments.

General information and history of Marbella

The name of the town Marbella means 'beautiful sea' and it is quite hard to argue with it. Amazing stunning sea views are usually the main reason why people choose Marbella as a place where to move. But of course, this is not the only reason.

Marbella is located in the province of Malaga (Andalusia). The population of this resort town is over 140 thousand people. The town is partly located in the foothills of the Sierra Blanca which protects the town from northern winds.

This place has a rich history. Marbella was home to Phoenicians, Romans, Moors, Muslims and Christians. And it is only in the 1950s when the village became a fashionable resort. After Prince Alfonso of Hohenlohe-Langenburg and Ricardo Soriano started to buy land in Marbella, they started renovating the village. That gave the start to other rich people. Soon this area turned into a perfect spot for luxury holidays. And it has saved this status to this day. This is a prestigious and expensive resort surrounded by exclusive luxury villas in the suburbs. Moving to Marbella is an opportunity to live in one of the most prestigious regions in the world enjoying staggering sea views and best entertainments.

The heart of the posh life is located in 6 kilometres from the centre of Marbella in the small town of Puerto Banus. This is the place where you can enjoy the most fashionable night club and yacht parties. Here you are offered Michelin star restaurants, posh boutiques and many more.

Puerto Banus is connected with the Marbella town with the Milla de Oro (Golden Mile). This tree-lined boulevard is home to the most prestigious hotels, plenty of excellent restaurants, villas and one of the summer residences of the Saudi King.

Marbella: a place with a perfect climate

Of course, one of the key reasons why families choose Marbella as a place to move to is its wonderful climate. Here you won't suffer from terrible heat, stuffiness, winter cold or temperature drops. The gentle sun shines in Marbella 320 days a year. The average temperature is 18-19 degrees. The summer temperature comes up to 26-28 degrees and in winter it is not less than 15 degrees. The sea temperature in the summer is about 23-25 degrees. That makes Marbella one of the best places for moving especially if you move with your family.

Beaches

The beaches in the town of Marbella are as good as its suburbs. There are in total about 24 beaches in the area. All of them are sand beaches, well-equipped and pretty comfortable. The top beaches are:

San Pedro Alcantara. It is 1.5 km long and 35 meters wide. This is a perfect spot for beach holiday with plenty of vibrant bars and restaurants, a beautiful promenade, jet-ski rentals and many other entertainments.
Puerto Banus, a beach located not far from the town of Puerto Banus.
Rio Verde, a stunning beach close to the town of Marbella which has absolutely everything to enjoy this place.
Playa del Cable or Bounty Beach, located in the town, close to the port. This Blue Flag awarded beach is especially popular among young residents and tourists.
Fontanilla, the central town beach with all the facilities.
El Alicante, located 10 km from the center of the Marbella town to the east. This is a bit quieter place which is close to the elite village.
Playa Real de Zaragoza, the biggest beach in the area, located 13 kilometres from the town.
Del Faro, an excellent secluded and quiet beach, perfect if you want to relax.

If you are looking for the best beaches, then make sure that Marbella is on your list of options to consider. Local beaches attract the rich and famous and now you can also enjoy them all year round.

Marbella sights and entertainment

As for sights and entertainments, Marbella is definelly has something to offer. And this is what may matter when you decide where to move.

The historical centre of the town is famous for the ruins of the Murallas del Castillo dated back to the 15th century and which add a special character to the Old Town. The Old Town consists of two districts - Barrio Nuevo and Barrio Alto. Its narrow streets stretch to the Plaza de los Naranjos full of citrus trees where you can enjoy the XVI century fountain, the Chapel of Santiago, the oldest religious building in Marbella and the Town Hall. Close to the square there are:

The Bazán Hospital, an elegant Renaissance Gothic-Mudéjar building built in the 16th century and which houses now the Spanish Contemporary Engravings Museum;
The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación (Church of the Incarnation), built in the 16th century;
The Magistrates court;
Saint John´s Chapel - Capilla de San Juan de Dios.

Those who are into history and art should visit the Alcazaba Fortress, Río Verde's Roman Villa, the Vega del Mar Paleochristian Basilica, the Museo Ralli located on the Golden Mile Promenade and plenty of other sights.

One of such places is the Avenue del Mar which features a permanent exhibition of Salvador Dali's surreal bronze statues.

Marbella also offers excellent spots to explore while walking. For example, the Alameda Park, wonderful green space filled with shady pine trees and leafy palms which make this park a perfect place for having a refreshing stroll on a warm sunny day. If you prefer something more active, then you should try a hike up La Concha, the highest mountain in and around Marbella where you will find the most beautiful and breathtaking views of the Costa del Sol and Sierra de las Nieves.

Moving to Marbella, you can be sure that you will find something to enjoy.

Living in Marbella: events and holidays

If you are looking to move to Marbella, make sure you explore the local culture and traditions. There are plenty of events and holidays held in this town. The most popular holiday among the locals is St Barnabas' Day or St Barnabas Festival.

The festival is celebrated in June and it lasts for a week during which locals and tourists are offered different activities including bullfighting and music. All the streets are decorated with flags and balloons. This festive week is called Feria de Marbella.
Starlite music festival. The festival takes place in July. Within the whole month, locals and tourists can enjoy outdoor discos and concerts.
In July, Marbella also hosts the local reggae festival.
And in August the town houses the international opera festival which is organized by the local municipality.
Moving to Marbella, you will also be able to visit the theatre and cinema festivals and the international jazz festival.

This lovely place offers plenty of events throughout the year and for any taste. That is why this wonderful town attracts active and successful people.

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