Torre de Benagalbón is the eastern coastal district of Rincón de la Victoria, almost touching the Vélez-Málaga boundary. It takes its name from the 16th-century watchtower that still stands beside the promenade, one of the few visible remnants of the coastal watch against Barbary pirates.
Getting there
From Málaga city, take the A-7 or the N-340 towards Rincón de la Victoria (about 15 km). The M-160 intercity bus run by the Metropolitan Transport Consortium connects Málaga with Rincón and Torre de Benagalbón at high frequency. Free surface parking on the village streets.
Facilities
- ✓ Lifeguard during the bathing season
- ✓ Beach bars serving espeto
- ✓ Showers and public toilets
- ✓ Sunbed and parasol hire
- ✓ Free parking
- ✓ Accessible promenade
- ✓ Children’s playground and sports area
A year-round beach
Rincón de la Victoria functions as a commuter town for Málaga, which means its seafront has life twelve months a year. In the middle of February there are people running along the promenade and beach bars open serving espeto on Sundays. For visitors that means dependable facilities out of season — not something you can count on elsewhere on the eastern coast.
What it’s like
Close to a kilometre of dark, coarse sand, with a gradual entry into the water and generally gentle waves. It’s wide and well maintained. Occupancy is moderate in summer and low the rest of the year.
What to see nearby
The Cueva del Tesoro, in Rincón de la Victoria itself, is one of only three caves of marine origin in the world open to visitors and a very good outing with children. It’s also worth walking the coastal path through the old railway tunnels that link Rincón with La Cala del Moral.
