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Buying Property in Spain: Sports

Acknowledeged as the golfing capital of Europe and possibly the world, the Golden coast boasts many more activities than you would imagine.

Skiing; the Sierra Nevada overlooking Granada is a leading European ski centre. Yes, you can ski or snowboard on the slopes in the morning and be at home sunbathing in the afternoon for at least 4 months a year.

The far west of the coast has the one world's leading centre for wind surfing, kite surfing and plain old fashioned surfing - Tarifa. On the Atlantic coast, Tarifa is a mecca for the young and fit.

The horse is an integral part of Spanish heritage and you will find the opportunity to ride at many of the superb equestrian facilities along the coast.

Horse racing has become a coastal pastime during Sundays and late Saturday nights in the summer. The new race course of Mijas Costa is now attracting trainers from all over Europe and the quality of racing is the highest in Spain.

The climate is perfect for tennis all year round and tennis centres are very popular, many competitions are held and there is ample opportunity to take up the sport with expert tuition.

For the more adventurous, there is a fine Gun and Country club in Monda, just 15 minutes from Marbella, where every discipline is available.

If the sea attracts you you will find sub aqua and sailing clubs all along the coast. If you prefer more leisurely activities then lawn bowls is very popular. The clubs are very active and competitions are always well attended.

For children, aqua-parks, zoos, theme parks and nature centres are abound, no child can be bored with life on this golden coast.

Go-karting, jeep safaris, ballooning, mountain biking - just think of a sport and its very near you every day of the year!

If you are interested in buying a resale home or an investment property on the Costa del Sol, Spain or in Andalucia, please get in contact with us now. We have some truly delightful Spanish homes for sale, both investment and resale.