--- title: "Manilva: history, beach and charm in this town on the Costa del Sol" description: Manilva mixes Roman history, quiet beaches and authentic atmosphere. Discover what to see in Manilva town and on its beachfront beaches. image: https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Manilva.webp --- [DE | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/de) [FR | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/fr) [EN | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en) [ES | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) Blog:  [> Back to visitcostadelsol.com | ](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/) [![fondo_logo.png](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/fondo_logo.png?width=567&height=125&name=fondo_logo.png "fondo_logo.png")](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) - [Activities](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/adventure-activities) - [Culture](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/culture) - [Holidays](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/holidays) - [Gastronomy](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/gastronomy) - [Experiences](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/experiences) - [Golf](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/golf) - [Professional](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/professional) # Manilva: history, beach and charm in this town on the Costa del Sol ![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Manilva.webp)  Tags: [Leisure](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/leisure) [Sun & beach](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/sun-beach) There are peoples who conquer because of what you see, and others because of what you feel. **[Manilva](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/other-villages-on-the-malaga-coast/manilva-p9841)** has that gift of mixing landscapes that make you fall in love with an atmosphere of authenticity that makes it unforgettable. Made up of three population centres: Manilva itself in the interior and the coastal towns **of San Luis de Sabinillas** and **Castillo de la Duquesa**, Manilva is a corner located between **vineyards**, **castles** and **beaches** where time seems to flow in a different way. Read on and get ready to discover this destination on the [**Costa del Sol**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/)! ## Manilva between vineyards and waves: a more authentic journey to the south Small, white and with a soul. Manilva is that town that welcomes you with history, catches you with its landscapes and embraces you with its people. Between Roman baths and quiet beaches, here the Mediterranean takes on a new meaning. ### Roman roots and Andalusian soul Walking through **Manilva** is like walking through centuries of history. This municipality keeps traces of the Bronze Age inside, but it was the Romans who left an indelible mark. In the surroundings of [**the Castillo de la Duquesa**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/senda-azul/unique-locations/duchess-castle-p106202), one of the population centres by the sea, there are still remains of a Roman villa with baths, necropolis and salted fish. The **castle itself**, from the eighteenth century, stands on those vestiges to protect the coast from pirate raids. Today, it houses the **Archaeological Museum** and is the icon that gives its name to the population center of Castillo de la Duquesa (or El Castillo). ![Manilva playa](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Manilva%20playa.webp?width=730&height=420&name=Manilva%20playa.webp) Following the coastline to the border with the province of Cádiz, history speaks to us from the [**beacon towers**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/senda-azul/unique-locations/chullera-tower-p106203) **of Punta Chullera**, which watch the horizon from a natural promontory. Once in the village, one of the icons of **Manilva** rises: the [**Church of Santa Ana**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/culture-and-museums/monuments-and-areas-of-tourist-interest/church-of-santa-ana-p29911) with its peculiar façade with a central tower. And if you are looking for a different experience, don't miss the [**Roman Baths of La Hedionda**](https://www.malaga.es/en/laprovincia/patrimonio/lis_cd-5490/hedionda-roman-baths-casares-unique-site-and-hydraulic-heritage), a few minutes from Manilva, in the municipality of [**Casares**](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/casares-costa-del-sol). Sulphurous waters among nature, where, as the story goes, Julius Caesar found relief in his skin. ### Sabinillas, Duchess and Chullera: the other face of Manilva The soul of **Manilva** is also lived by the sea. Its more than **seven kilometres of coastline** offer beaches for all tastes. From the lively [**beach of Sabinillas**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol/sabinillas-beach-p20321), with its promenade, **beach bars** and family atmosphere, to the wild [**beach of La Chullera**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol/punta-chullera-beach-p20271), ideal for those looking for disconnection and unspoilt landscapes. La [**Duquesa beach**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol/la-duquesa-el-castillo-beach-p20301), next to the [**marina**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/senda-azul/marinas-and-clubs/la-duquesa-marina-p14371), combines relaxation and leisure. Here you can enjoy a unique sunset from a **beach bar on the** beachfront, paddle **surf** or savour fresh fish in one of its **restaurants**. And for the more adventurous, the [**beach of Los Toros**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol/los-toros-beach-p20331), somewhat more hidden, offers corners of absolute peace. ![Manilva pueblo](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Manilva%20pueblo.webp?width=730&height=420&name=Manilva%20pueblo.webp) ### What to do in Manilva? Live experiences This corner of the **Costa del Sol** not only invites you to rest. If you like sports, **Manilva** offers trails through vineyards, bike routes and water activities such as **snorkeling** or **kayaking** in areas such as **Punta Chullera**. The **local markets**, the **cultural agenda** and popular festivals, such as **the Grape Harvest Festival in September**, provide that local touch that attracts the traveller looking for authenticity. Because here everything is savoured without haste, with that aroma of sea, countryside and tradition. ### Flavors that stay in the memory And if there is one thing that completes the experience in **Manilva**, it is its cuisine. From the traditional **skewers** in front of the sea to typical dishes such as **gazpachuelo** or **seafood stews**, the local gastronomy is enjoyed with your feet in the sand or among the whitewashed streets of the old town. There are **restaurants in Manilva** for all palates, and always with that Mediterranean flavour that you will fall in love with. ## Visit Manilva and discover a destination with a lot to offer Quiet beaches, an urban centre with history and a gastronomic offer that surprises. 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