SPORT

Sports Activities on the Costa del Sol.

Acknowledeged as the golfing capital of Europe and possibly the world, the 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.

Wind and Ski surfing; the west of the coast has the world's leading centre for these adventure sports, Tarifa, on the Atlantic coast is the shrine of the young and fit.

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

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

Tennis 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.

Shooting For the more adventurous, there is a fine Gun and Country club in the mountains where every discipline is available.

Sea If the sea attracts you you will find sub acqua and sailing clubs all along the coast.

Bowls If you prefer more leisurely activities then lawn bowls is very popular. The clubs are very active and competitions are always well attended.

Children For children, acqua-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!