LA CALA DE MIJAS, MIJAS COSTA
Mijas is divided into different areas one of which is Mijas Costa. The main costal area of Mijas Costa is La Cala de Mijas, The Cove of Mijas. Originally a small fishing village despite its expansion it still maintains its village charm and atmosphere.
Enjoying a Mediterranean climate, with long hot summers and mild short winters, La Cala de Mijas is a year-round place to visit. January is typically your coolest month with an average maximum temperature of 18C and during the month of August there is an average high of 31c. On the shortest day of the year the sunsets just after 6pm allowing you to enjoy the longer winter days.
There are schools, a health centre, public library, post office, shops and a cultural centre, as well as many excellent bars and restaurants.
Every year the village comes alive with the colour and tradition of Feira. The market ground becomes alive at night with the funfair and the casitas with their music and food. You can sample the traditional tapas and plates and it all starts around the 25th July.
Over the last few years the Calamijas music festival was a major event on the music festival scene with previous headline acts including Arctic Monkeys, Kraftwerk, Florence and the Machine, The Strokes, Chemical Brothers and many more from the International and Spanish music scene.
Every Wednesday and Saturday on the Feira ground there is a street market offering everything from fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers and plants, clothes, shoes, handbags, ceramics, and pottery and much more. It runs from about 10am to 2pm.
During the summer months when we celebrate the warm balmy nights there are events in the Village including, bands, dancing and outdoor cinema. There is a small market on the paseo in the evenings.
For the past few years during the summer months there has been an aquatic waterpark located in La Cala de Mijas, great fun for the children.
There are special adapted areas on the beach with assistance staff for those with mobility problems so they have access to and can enjoy the sea, this is provided by the local authorities.
One of the main highlights for La Cala de Mijas is the Senda Literal or the Costal path that currently runs from La Cala de Mijas towards Cabopino and eventually is to join up with Marbella and Fuengirola in a few years’ time once all parts are completed and joined up.
From La Cala de Mijas you can catch the bus to Fuengirola and Marbella and from these bus stations you can travel on to Malaga and join up with the RENFE trains or Malaga Airport.
La Cala de Mijas is a great location for your Costa del Sol vacation and is ideally situated to explore Southern Spain. La Cala Blue run day trips by coach for you to explore the major cities with a guided tour. You can find details of the trips under the heading of Excursions on this website.
For those of you who wish to explore by yourself From La Cala de Mijas you can catch the bus to Fuengirola where you can travel on to Malaga and join up with the RENFE trains or Malaga Airport; or you can take the bus to Marbella and explore further along the Coast.
For those looking to dine out in La Cala de Mijas there are many restaurants and cafes to choose from. From the chiringuitos along the beach where you can enjoy the marvellous seafood cooked on the wood fires to the restaurants in the village and surrounding areas, your taste buds will be tingling with the many different flavours and sensations. You can still experience the menu del dia typically served at lunchtime offering traditional Spanish dishes, 3 courses for about €12. Spain is known for its Tapas and there are many places where you can sit with a tapa and a drink, or you can experience fine dining in El Oceano or many of the other lovely restaurants in and around the village. If you are just looking to go out for a drink, there are many bars to choose from whether you are looking for a nice wine bar then we have La Bodeguita and Pura Cepa or Biddy Mulligans for your Irish Pub. Why not explore them all and let us know your favourite.
