"Wind City" a Tarifa (Cadiz) Travel Page by venteeocho

Tarifa transformed from a strategic military fortress to a remote fishing town, and today tourism flourishes in this melting pot of cultures.

Every population which either settled or passed by has left its imprint. This is evident from the traces of ancient Rome to the modern windsurfing culture although Tarifa's Moorish style is still predominant with its medina (old city centre).

This modern transformation, which avoided the mistakes made by the much of the mass Spanish tourism of the 60’s, has reinvented itself by beautifully blending its hotels and other accommodation facilities both along its virgin coastline and within the old city walls.

These pages contain all the information you need to plan your visit. You will find advice on all the activities available. There's more to Tarifa than mesmerising on the beautiful beach!

Ten kilometres of white sandy beaches, unspoilt countryside and some of the best windsurfing conditions in Europe have established Tarifa as a true surfers paradise.

Just 11 km across the Straits of Gibraltar at its narrowest point, this southern-most tip of Europe where the Med meets the Atlantic Ocean, enjoys spectacular views of the Rif mountains of Africa across the water.

Tarifa's wild coastline attracts surfers and nature-lovers alike.
Just as famous for its birdwatching as its surfing, there are endless opportunities to explore the rolling countryside. Horse-riding, hang-gliding, kite-surfing, rock-climbing and diving to name but a few.

Tarifa has some excellent hotels, mainly located to the north of the town, so if you just want to relax, there's plenty of choice.

Tarifa transformed from a strategic military fortress to a remote fishing town, and today tourism flourishes in this melting pot of cultures.

Every population which either settled or passed by has left its imprint. This is evident from the traces of ancient Rome to the modern windsurfing culture although Tarifa's Moorish style is still predominant with its medina (old city centre).

This modern transformation, which avoided the mistakes made by the much of the mass Spanish tourism of the 60’s, has reinvented itself by beautifully blending its hotels and other accommodation facilities both along its virgin coastline and within the old city walls

These pages contain all the information you need to plan your visit. You will find advice on all the activities available. There's more to Tarifa than mesmerising on the beautiful beach!