Costa del Sol Spain

In a dramatic turn of events for a region long plagued by severe drought, the La Concepción reservoir, the primary water source for the Costa del Sol, has begun releasing masses of water after reaching 80 per cent of its capacity. The sight of water flowing down the River Verde may be a relief for many, but it also raises …

Storm Francis has wreaked chaos across Malaga Province. Although it is not believed to have caused any injuries yet, the storm has caused major damage. It has shaken the region for over 24 hours, leaving it battered, blue, and a bit battered. On Sunday a red warning was issued after a yellow alert quickly escalated. Two mobile emergency notifications have …

After launching in the summer, a COSTA del Sol Barber was named as one of the best barbers in Spain. Baron Blades Boys Club, located in Marbella, offers the best haircuts available to both Spanish and foreigners. Barbers can offer a variety of services in Spanish and English. Read More: Are Brits Losing Love with Malaga Province? Census data shows …

Civil Protection sent an ES-Alert to residents in dozens of municipalities as AEMET raised the rain warning to red in parts of Málaga province. Then, a second message followed at 10.23 pm, repeating the same blunt advice: avoid unnecessary journeys, do not cross flood zones, and keep away from riverbeds and channels. A region on standby, and a plan still …

Residents of Mijas are encouraged to use extreme caution, as Storm Francis continues bringing torrential rainfall to the Costa del Sol. This is causing flooding along local rivers and stream. Mijas Town Hall activated former Hipódromo Costa del Sol (Costa del Sol Racecourse), a temporary shelter to protect animals from extreme weather. Reuse of abandoned facilities The facility was repurposed …

Ministry of Transport’s sketch of proposed rail link Credit: Ministerio de Transportes The Costa del Sol coastal rail (Tren Litoral), the proposed railway connecting Nerja, in the eastern Malaga province, to Algeciras, in Cadiz is continuing to progress as Spain approaches 2026. The feasibility study phase of the project is underway. Key milestones are expected to be achieved as soon …

Friday, 2 Jan 2026 at 14:02 Just as the Andalusian regional government was holding its last session on 24 July 2025, before the summer recess, two women approached the president of the Junta de Andalucía, Juanma Moreno. They wanted to ensure that the Andalusian Health Service would provide palliative care for children seven days a weeks, which they believed was …

A growing community in Spain, UK and other countries offers a way to stay connected without alcohol. Sober Socials is a non-profit organization founded by Emma Thorne Lees and Louise Hazleden. They will host a Drop-In online session for free on Sunday, 11th January at 7pm Spain Time. You’re curious about how to have a great social life without drinking …

Spain’s State Meteorological Agency is keeping an eye on a rare winter cold spell which could lead to snowy scenes. Storm Francis may blanket parts of the region in whiteThe snow level in Malaga is expected to fall to 200 meters in some areas. If the predictions are accurate, then the capital may experience a Three Kings Day that is …

Families across the region welcomed 2026 with joy and excitement in hospital delivery room. The honor of being the first baby born in the province went to Sofía, a girl who came into the world at 0.37am on January 1 at the Hospital Universitario Costa del Sol in Marbella. Weighing in at 2.56 kilograms and measuring 47 centimetres, Sofía is …