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‘Magical’ coastal town that Spanish locals visit in summer

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A coastal town well known to the Spanish population is often overlooked by the British.

Tarifa is the southernmost point of Europe and stretches along the southern coast of Spain.

A coastal town in Spain is ideal for African day tripsPhoto: Getty
Tarifa is loved by Spanish locals but often overlooked by BritsPhoto: Getty
The city also has ferries across the ocean to Tangier, which take just 35 minutesPhoto: Getty

The white sandy beaches are pristine and are the main attraction of the city.

But because of its location it is also known as one of the windiest cities in Europe.

This means that kitesurfers flock to this area and it is a great place to check it out or try it yourself with a lesson from a local instructor.

Dolphin and whale watching is also an option. You can spot the animals by boat.

Also worth a visit is the 800-year-old Tarifa Castle, between the old town and the coast.

Furthermore, the old town itself is full of bars and restaurants, with a mix of both Spanish and Moroccan influences.

This also applies to the stalls, where all kinds of African and Moroccan souvenirs are sold.

Otherwise, you can walk between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea via a long path between the two.

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And thanks to its location, you can easily take a day trip to Africa.

Ferries operate between Tarifa and Tangier in Morocco. The crossing takes approximately 35 minutes.

Winter sun city just three hours from the UK is going big this year – and flights cost £16

In the summer they run every two hours from 9am to 11pm depending on the weather.

Tangier is set to be big this year, according to Fashionthanks to beautiful new hotels opening in the city.

It is not only an ideal winter sun destination, but it was even used to movie blockbusters Mission Impossible, James Bond and Jason Bourne.

Don’t fancy taking the ferry from Spain? Flights from the UK cost £16.

To reach Tarifa, Brits can fly to Gibraltar. From London Gatwick, EasyJet flights are available for just £14.99.

Kitesurfing is the most popular activity therePhoto: Getty

There are also flights from Bristol Airport and Manchester Airport, both of which take less than three hours.

Then Tarifa is about a 40 minute drive to the coastal town.

Don’t expect to find many chain hotels in Tarifa, although the four-star La Residencia Puerto Hotel & Spa and the three-star Beach Hotel Dos Mares are some of the most popular.

Lastminute offers holiday packages from just £252 pp, including hotels and flights.

What is it like to visit Tarifa?

The Sun’s Harry Cox visited Tarifa before – here’s what he had to say.

If you want to go kitesurfing, there is no better place to go than Tarifa in Andalusia, Spain.

I’m not a natural, which became clear when I hit the ground face down for the 56th time.

Kitesurfing is a cruel mistress. But for every hour of misery there are ten minutes of joy.

After 11pm, Tarifa’s old town turns into what we in Britain would call a street party.

There is a courtyard with bars around it and seating in the middle, it is so lively that it almost has a festival atmosphere.

Tarifa also has plenty of options for day trips. Drive 20 minutes along the coast to Baelo Claudia, the ruins of an ancient Roman city.

If you go to Tarifa and discover that kitesurfing isn’t for you, you’ll find plenty to do.

And here is the Spanish coastal town that has been voted the best in the country.

And if you’re on a budget, we’ve found the cheapest seaside resort in Spain for a holiday.

Flights to the nearest airport cost just £14.99 with easyJetPhoto: Getty
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