Torrox Holidays: Beaches, Climate and Getting There
Provincia de Málaga · Andalusia · Spain · 16,890 residents · on the coast
Torrox is a town of around 16,900 people in the Provincia de Málaga, on Andalusia's coast east of Málaga. The old centre sits about 147 metres above sea level. The former Convento de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves stands a few minutes' walk from the middle of town. Head roughly two miles downhill and you reach the shoreline, with the Faro de Torrox lighthouse and a run of beaches including Playa Ferrara, Playa del Peñoncillo and Playa de El Morche. Summers are hot and almost rainless, and winter days still reach around 17°C. Both Málaga and Granada airports are about 44 minutes away by road and have direct flights from the United Kingdom.
Why go
- Four family-friendly beaches, from Playa del Peñoncillo to Playa de El Morche, lie within three miles.
- Málaga and Granada airports, both with direct UK flights, are roughly a 44-minute drive away.
- Mild winters with highs around 17°C and dry summers with almost no rain in July.
Top sights in Torrox
Lighthouse, Beaches and an Old Convent
The best-known landmark is the Faro de Torrox, a lighthouse about 2.2 miles from the town centre on the coast. Nearby, Playa Ferrara (around 2.1 miles away) is the most recognised of the local beaches, and it sits alongside Playa del Peñoncillo (1.9 miles), Playa Los Llanos (2.4 miles) and Playa de El Morche (2.6 miles), all well suited to families.
Back in town, the Antiguo Convento de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves is a listed cultural property only about a third of a mile from the centre. Near the lighthouse, the Villa y Termas de Torrox, around 2.1 miles out, is recorded as a hot spring site and makes a quieter stop for couples.
Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly on this page, where you will find the current options.
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3monasteryAntiguo Convento de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves (Torrox)
In the centre · Photo
cultural property in Torrox, Spain
6hot springVilla y Termas de Torrox
2 miles from the centre · Photo
Playa Ferrara
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Playa Los Llanos
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Playa de El Morche
beach · 3 miles from the centre
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hot spring · 2 miles from the centre
Playa del Peñoncillo
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Torrox
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Torrox can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Torrox
Hilltop Town or Beachfront Base
Torrox splits naturally in two. The town itself sits on higher ground about 147 metres above sea level, close to the old convent, while the beaches and the lighthouse lie roughly two miles away on the coast. If your fortnight revolves around the sea, a base near Playa Ferrara or El Morche keeps the sand on your doorstep. If you prefer the life of a working Andalusian town, stay in the centre and drive or take a short trip down to the beach.
With a population of under 17,000, Torrox is a modest place, and the busier resort atmosphere is found in neighbouring Nerja. Live hotel prices for Torrox are shown on this page.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Torrox and the villages around it is a hire car from Málaga (AGP), about 44 min away.
Best time to visit Torrox
When the Weather Is Kindest
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- 27°CJun25 mm
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
The most pleasant months are April, May, June, September and November. April brings highs of around 22°C with very little rain, and June warms up to about 27°C. September returns to similar temperatures after the summer peak, while November still manages highs near 21°C with just a single rainy day on average.
July and August are the hottest months, with highs of 31 to 32°C and nights that stay above 23°C; July is also the driest, with almost no rain. March is the wettest month by rainfall, at around 129 mm, and October has the most rainy days, about nine. Winter remains mild, with January and February highs of roughly 17°C. No sea temperature data is available for Torrox.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17°C | 9°C | 32 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 17°C | 10°C | 38 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 12°C | 129 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 22°C | 14°C | 11 mm | 12 h |
| May | 23°C | 16°C | 23 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 20°C | 25 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 23°C | 2 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 24°C | 6 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 19°C | 44 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 24°C | 17°C | 75 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 21°C | 13°C | 27 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 18°C | 10°C | 13 mm | 9 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Flying and Driving From the UK
Málaga (AGP) and Granada (GRX) are the nearest airports, each about 31 miles from Torrox and around 44 minutes by car; both have direct flights from the United Kingdom. Gibraltar (GIB) also has direct UK flights, but it is about 88 miles away, a drive of roughly two hours and five minutes.
The nearby ports of Motril (about 24 miles) and Málaga (about 26 miles), along with Almería (about 83 miles), run ferries to Morocco rather than to Britain, which is useful only if you plan to combine Spain with North Africa.
Driving all the way from Calais takes around 24 hours at the wheel, so most British travellers fly and arrange car hire on arrival.
By air
- Málaga (AGP)31 miles, about 44 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Granada (GRX)31 miles, about 44 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Gibraltar (GIB)88 miles, about 2 h 5 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 23 h 45 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Motril (24 miles), Málaga (26 miles), Almería (83 miles).
Torrox is good for
Around Torrox
Villages and Towns Close By
The closest outing is Frigiliana, about four miles away, a small village of some 2,500 people. Nerja, the larger resort town, is also roughly four miles off, as is the tiny village of Sayalonga. Algarrobo lies about five miles away and Cómpeta around six.
Further along, Torre del Mar is about eight miles away and Vélez-Málaga, the biggest town nearby with around 74,000 residents, roughly nine. Heading east towards Granada province, La Herradura is about 12 miles from Torrox.
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Practical Points Before You Go
The town centre and the beaches are about two miles apart, with the town some 147 metres higher up, so plan on a car or local transport if you are staying in one and spending your days in the other.
March and October bring the heaviest rain of the year, so pack a light waterproof if you travel then. In July and August, with highs above 30°C and warm nights, save sightseeing for the morning and evening.
Questions people ask
What is the nearest airport to Torrox?
Málaga and Granada airports are both about 31 miles from Torrox, roughly a 44-minute drive, and both have direct flights from the United Kingdom. Gibraltar also has direct UK flights but is about 88 miles away, a drive of around two hours.
Does Torrox have a beach?
Yes. The town is coastal, and its beaches lie about two miles from the centre. They include Playa del Peñoncillo, Playa Ferrara, Playa Los Llanos and Playa de El Morche, all considered good for families, with the Faro de Torrox lighthouse close by.
When is the best time to visit Torrox?
April, May, June, September and November offer the most pleasant conditions, with highs between roughly 21°C and 27°C. July and August are the hottest, at 31 to 32°C, while March is the wettest month and October has the most rainy days.
Is Torrox warm in winter?
Winters are mild. Daytime highs in December, January and February are around 17 to 18°C, with lows near 9 to 10°C. Rain is light in December and January, though March can be noticeably wet.
What day trips can I take from Torrox?
Frigiliana, Nerja and Sayalonga are each about four miles away, with Cómpeta around six miles. Torre del Mar and Vélez-Málaga are roughly eight and nine miles away, and La Herradura is about 12 miles along the coast.
Can I drive to Torrox from the UK?
You can, but the drive from Calais takes around 24 hours at the wheel. Most British travellers instead fly into Málaga or Granada, both about 44 minutes from Torrox, and pick up car hire at the airport.