The village of Tolox is situated inland approximately 60 kilometres from Malaga
and forty kilometres north of
Marbella. The village has a long history, which dates as far back as the
10th century. It was once part of a Moorish kingdom in the area and has seen
much fighting between the Moors and the Christians. Tolox village is rural
enough to enjoy authentic Spanish activities, but close enough to enjoy the
tourist attractions in the resort area of Marbella.
Main Tourist Attractions
The most prominent attraction in Tolox is the renowned Fuente Amargosa Health
Spa, which attracts many visitors each year. It lays near to the Sierra de las
Nieves Nature Reserve, another great attraction for walkers, cyclists and
hikers. The spa uses the water from the mountainside and is said to contain a
slightly radioactive gas which is an effective treatment for respiratory
problems. The gas is sprayed directly into the mouths and noses of those who
wish to see if it helps. There is a small museum located within Tolox which
houses many beautiful arts and crafts. Golfing facilities are available in the
surrounding area of Tolox; for those who love the beach Marbella is under an
hour’s drive away.
Shopping Opportunities
Due to Tolox being a rural and authentic Spanish village, there is not much in
the way of shopping opportunities for the shopaholic. You will find local
business that offer a limited range of items but you are sure to find something
that you would like. You could choose from Spanish clothing, leather goods,
pottery, art, ornate linen and jewellery. An open air street market is held
every Wednesday morning in the village which offers local goods including fresh
fruit and vegetables.
Eating out and Nightlife
Tolox has several excellent restaurants which offer traditional Spanish dishes.
Tapas and local specialities can be found here, but international cuisine
options are very limited.
Nightlife is usually a subdued affair, which is why this location is popular
with older couples. Having said this, the village comes alive twice a year with
two fiestas. Shrove Tuesday sees the residents taking to the streets and
throwing talcum powder at each other. The Feast of the Immaculate Conception,
held in December, allows the residents to be as noisy as possible, ringing bells
in the narrow streets. Both celebrations last well into the evening.
For dancers, the nearest nightclubs and discos can be found in the resort of
Marbella.
2 Long term rentals found in Tolox, Costa Del Sol, Spain
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Rent this Tolox property:
Price: € 700 per month (long term)
Ref:R89422
Type:
Villa
Desc: Originally 250,000 euros, now 99,000 the price is a guideline, this is a must sell and the vendor....
Rent this Tolox property:
Price: € 1,500 per month (long term)
Ref:R31283
Type:
Villa
Desc: Beautiful house down by river. unique as the river runs alongside the house. wonderful pool and....
