Sports
The province of Cadiz boasts of some of the best beaches in Spain and with 7 kilometres of sandy beaches in the city alone, how could we not mention water sports? From surfing and kite-surfing to canoeing or sailing, the options are endless, even in winter.
The local football team, although not in the top division, is famous in Spain for its fans. If the team are playing during your stay, we recommend you see a match as the atmosphere is always good.
Flamenco
Some of the most famous flamenco artists are from Cadiz. As you stroll through The Barrio de Santa Maria, home to the Merced Flamenco Centre and famous Peñas, you will see many plaques where famous flamencos were born. For an entertaining evening, why not go to one of the numerous flamencos peñas on a Friday night. Some of the best known are La Peña la Perla de Cádiz, la Peña Juanito Villa and la Peña Enrique el Mellizo.
Holy Week
Although not as famous as Seville's Semana Santa, Cadiz is well known for its Holy Week. Semana Santa begins on Palm Sunday and ends on Easter Day. There are processions every day, Thursday being the highlight when processions go on through the night till 11 am the next day. Some of the most followed processions are the Veracruz, Nazareno and Medinacelli.
Carnival
The Cadiz Carnival is an internationally acclaimed event. It is celebrated over a period of ten days, starting on the Thursday before Ash Wednesday and lasting until the following Sunday.
The gaditanos (the locals) are famous all over Spain for their wit and their humour, so it is not surprising that the main characteristics of the carnival are intelligent play on words, sarcasm, irony and critical parodies.
Visitors, even those who do not speak Spanish, can easily take part and thoroughly enjoy this wonderful event. On the first Saturday of Carnival, everyone dresses up and you will be amazed by the creativity of some of the partygoers!
Beaches
The beaches in the province of Cadiz are some of the most beautiful in Spain. The city of Cadiz alone has 7 kilometres of beaches and each beach has a unique feel about it. There is one beach in the historical centre, the famous Caleta beach which is a beautiful part of Cadiz especially at sunset. It has also been used as a film set; Bond Girl Halle Berry was filmed coming out of the water here!
In the new part of town you can enjoy the beautiful views of the cathedral and San Sebastian Castle from the Santa Maria del Mar beach, walk along the four kilometres of the playa Victoria beach, or enjoy the wildness of Cortadura beach.
Cadiz is the perfect city for you and the beach has everything to offer. Whether you like relaxing or taking part in activities, the beach in Cadiz has everything to offer! Come and visit us and see for yourselves!
