The
Costa de la Luz (Coast of light) is the western part of the Andalucía coastline that faces out to the Atlantic. The sand is finer and a more golden colour than the neighbouring
Costa del Sol. The typical beaches here are more expansive and probably backed by sand dunes and pine trees. This part of the coast has not seen the high-rise hotel development of other areas. The temperatures are slightly milder and the often strong Atlantic winds and waves are favoured by wind surfers and surfboarders alike. This coast is often divided into two sections. Costa de la Luz (Huelva Province) which stretches from the Portuguese border to the Donaña park and the River Guadalquivir.
Costa de la Luz (Cadiz Province) stretches form the River Guadalquivir to Tarifa at the mouthe of the Mediterranean sea. To travel from one section to another requires a lengthy drive via the city of Sevilla. Costa de la Luz has an astounding amount of marinas and ports to cater for every need. From the highly commercial and very busy waters off Real Club Nautico de Cadiz and Puerto America, to picturesque harbours like Puerto Deportivo de Sancti Petri with its amazing view of nearby Sancti Petri Island, famous for its ancient ruins of the temple of Hercules. If you aren't an experienced sailor you will find excellent tuition from the instructors at their many sailing schools, where all necessary equipment will be provided.
