Marbella
Marbella Achieves Historic Levels of Profitability and Hotel Employment in July
Marbella reached a new record of hotel employment in July with 6,559 workers, marking a 54.3% increase compared to the same period in 2025. The…
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San Pedro Alcántara to Host La Vuelta After Eight Years
San Pedro Alcántara will once again be in the spotlight of international cycling on September 11th as Stage 19 of La Vuelta Ciclista a España…
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The City Council continues to improve lighting in the outskirts with another project costing more than half a million euros
The City Council has issued a call for bids to procure 465 new streetlights for various roads and areas on the outskirts of the city.…
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Join Us for a Fun-filled Day at the Benahavís Fair 2026
The Benahavís Fair and Festivities 2026 is in full swing, offering a day of family-friendly activities, traditional celebrations, and lively music. From children's games and…
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Local Council Renews 149 Bins in Parks and Playgrounds, Increasing Capacity by Almost 67%
The local council is undertaking the renewal of 149 bins in parks, playgrounds, and other green spaces in the municipality. This initiative aims to modernize…
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Municipality to complete selection process for 11 new firefighters this month
The Municipality is finalizing the selection process this August for the incorporation of 11 new firefighters to the Fire Department, who will join the 54…
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The City Council Begins the Second Phase of the Air-Conditioning Plan for Estepona's Schools
The project involves the installation of 35 new units, with a total investment of 64,000 euros, and will be completed before the start of the…
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Exciting Second Day of Benahavís Fair
Following a successful first day, Benahavís is once again hosting a day filled with activities, music, tradition, and fun for all ages. The day will…
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Marbella Firefighters Rescue Three Minors Trapped in Elevator for Over Three Hours
Marbella Fire Department personnel rescued three minors aged between 12 and 13 who were trapped for over three hours in an elevator in a building…
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Marbella's Beaches Receive Accessibility Certification
Marbella's beaches have received a new certification recognizing the city's efforts to make its coastline more accessible and inclusive. The beaches of Puerto Banús, San…
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The City Council recorded a 16% increase in electronic transactions during the first seven months of 2026
At today's regular plenary session, the City Council gave initial approval to the new Digital Administration Ordinance, which will enable further progress toward a more…
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VI Marbella City Swim Crossing to Gather Nearly 200 Participants at El Cable Beach This Saturday
The VI Marbella City Swim Crossing will bring together nearly 200 participants this Saturday, the 22nd, at El Cable Beach in an event that this…
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A total of 3,105 people have pre-registered for the 2026/2027 Municipal Sports Schools
On Tuesday, September 1, a drawing will be held to select the numbers that will determine the order of registration, which will take place from…
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An intimate concert by Hugo Toscano, former guitarist for “Elefantes,” at Plaza Casa Cañada, next to the Santa Ana Market
The artist will perform classic pop-rock songs from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s… on Friday, August 28, at 10:00 p.m., with free admission The Estepona…
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Exciting Beginnings: Benahavís Fair and Festivities Kick Off Today!
Today is the grand day! We are starting our Benahavís Fair and Festivities 2026, a time to enjoy, share, and celebrate our traditions together. The…
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Local Council Supports Sardine Festival in San Pedro Alcántara
The local council, through the Citizen Participation department, is collaborating with the Sardine Festival organized by the El Cruce de San Pedro Alcántara neighborhood association.…
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Local Police maintain a surveillance device with a hundred officers for monitoring beaches and enforcing municipal ordinances
The Local Police maintain a specific surveillance device on the city's beaches during the summer season, with a hundred officers, to ensure compliance with municipal…
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Real Madrid Basketball Team to Play in San Pedro Alcántara for the First Time
San Pedro Alcántara will host a game between Real Madrid and La Laguna Tenerife on September 11 as part of the XV Costa del Sol…
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The City Council continues to improve educational facilities with a comprehensive renovation of the restrooms at CEIP Santo Tomás de Aquino
The project will involve renovating six bathrooms and upgrading their plumbing, sewage, electrical, and ventilation systems. The project has a tender budget of 114,279.28 euros,…
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The Mirador del Carmen is hosting the exhibition “From Figure to Matter” by painter Alejandro Hermann
The art exhibition will be open to the public free of charge through September 19 The mayor of Estepona, José María García Urbano, inaugurated yesterday…
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Educational Day for Fire Prevention at Nagüeles Park
Around 200 children participated in an educational and awareness day on the World Day for the Prevention of Forest Fires at Nagüeles Park. The event…
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Exciting News: Benahavís Youth Center Construction Contract Awarded!
The Public Works Department has announced that the construction contract for the Benahavís Youth Center has been awarded. This comes after years of effort to…
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Municipality Adds Twelve New Electronic Procedures for Citizen Convenience
The municipality has added twelve new procedures to its electronic headquarters, bringing the total number of individualized procedures that citizens can carry out online to…
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Paraguay Consular Day in Estepona
The Paraguayan community in Estepona will be able to complete various consular procedures in person, without having to travel. Follow our WhatsApp channel! We’ll be…
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