Estepona is a pleasant town with many miles of sandy beaches. The nearest to the town is the Playa de la Rada and it is over one mile long. It is a Blue Flag beach and is popular with families being provided with the main services and a children`s playground. The beach is backed with a long promenade adorned with flowers and palm trees. Estepona is also a good centre for windsurfing and sailing. There is a large marina.