Chichi Chiclana de la Frontera is the jewel of Andalucia
Renowned for its wide sandy beaches, Chiclana de la Frontera is a chichi resort close to Cadiz. Get your Andalucian adventure off to the right start by booking a Chiclana de la Frontera vacation rental near Playa de la Barrosa, Chiclana's main beach. Kick back on dune-backed sands, splash in shallow, turquoise waters or bounce between buzzy beach bars. It's a short hop from the attractions of historic Cadiz, Andalucia's capital city, including its spectacular 18th-century Baroque cathedral. After dark, feast on first-class Spanish tapas or catch a traditional flamenco show in one of the town's authentic local bars.
Find Moor attractions and history in nearby Cadiz
Chiclana de la Frontera dates back to the early 1300s, and offers plenty of attractions for history buffs. Peek into the 16th-century Church of San Juan Bautista, famous for its impressive neoclassical design. It's also home to Fabrica Museo Munecas Marin, the oldest doll factory (now a museum) in Spain. Less than a half-hour drive from the resort is Cadiz, the oldest city in western Europe. Crammed with history, it has more than 100 watchtowers, including the famous Torre Tavira, which offers great views of the city. But don't miss a peek into the Moorish domed Cadiz Cathedral.
Break Luz in Chiclana —life is beachy on the Costa de la Luz
Chiclana de la Frontera is one of Andalucia's most popular beach resorts. At its heart is Playa de la Barrosa, a 4-mile sweep of blonde sands, fringed by dunes and lapped by the Mediterranean Sea. Although popular with families, it's also great for the many sports enthusiasts who flock to Costa de la Luz. There are several watersports centers near the beach, which offer waterskiing, sailing, and surfing instruction. In summer, Playa de la Barossa has lifeguards and sunlounger rental, as well as plenty of beach bars to kick back in and watch the sunset over the Mediterranean.
Summer sizzles in this Andalucian beach resort
Like much of Spain, Chiclana de la Frontera is blessed with a Mediterranean climate; think long, hot summers, and short, mild winters, and little rainfall. The busiest time to visit is during the summer months, when temperatures are a consistent 80 degrees and the sun shines almost every day. It's also when Chiclana de la Frontera vacation rentals are at a premium. For the best choice, visit in the shoulder seasons of late spring and early fall, when the temperature is still pleasantly warm, but the crowds have left.
Like birds? Then flamin-go to Chiclana de la Frontera
Perched on the Costa de la Luz on the southwest coast of Spain, the Andalusian resort of Chiclana de la Frontera is a 17-mile drive south of Cadiz. The main town is a few miles inland from the sea and there are several walking trails which run right along the coast. Nearby, is the small island of Sancti Petri, which can be reached from Playa de la Barrosa at low tide. Now part of a the Bahia de Cadiz Natural Park, it's a popular spot for nature lovers and birdwatchers, who come to spot native flamingo, heron, and stork.
How to get to and around Chiclana de la Frontera
The nearest airport is in Jerez de La Frontera (XRY), located 23.5 mi (37.8 km) from the city center.