Ronda Today

La Playita – The Little Beach in the Mountains

March 23, 2023 by Clive Muir

Sometimes you just want to go to the beach but staying near Ronda means at least one and a half hour drive to the coast. However, not too far away at Zahara de la Sierra is La Playita in the area known as Arroymolinos. A fresh water pool converted into a beach. Perfect for swimming and sunbathing!

From mid June until mid September the little beach is open, and is only a 25 minute drive from Ronda, or 10 minutes from Zahara de la Sierra or Montecorto. Entry tickets are under 5 Euros for the whole day and babies up to 3 years old go free!

Q and A – Food and drink in Ronda

June 2, 2026March 23, 2023 by Clive Muir

Recipe for Rabo de Toro or Bull's Tail Stew

Ronda is a stunning city located in the heart of the Andalusian mountains. It’s not only famous for its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes but also for its delicious cuisine. The city’s culinary traditions have been influenced by its diverse history, resulting in a unique and flavorful gastronomy. From hearty stews to fresh seafood dishes and local wines. Ronda offers an array of options to satisfy any appetite. In this Q&A page about food and drink in Ronda, we’ll answer some common questions visitors may have and provide a few insights on local specialties and dining option.

Iglesia de Santa Cecilia in Ronda

March 23, 2023 by Clive Muir

Dating from 1663, the Iglesia de los Trinitarios Descalzos as it was first known, was the third home of the “Order of Descalzed Nuns” of Ronda, who nowadays are located in the convent attached to the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Merced.

The plaza in front of the church, Plaza Los Descalzos, still retains the name of the order.

An older Christian chapel, the “Ermita del Cristo de las Penas o Peñas” occupied this site from mid 16th century, being demolished to make way for the church you see today. In 1836 the Descalzed Order vacated the church and convent, and a school was established on the site using the church as their chapel.

Espiritu Santo

March 23, 2023 by Clive Muir

Despite its formidable appearance, the Holy Spirit Church is actually one of Ronda’s most noteworthy religious sites. What makes it particularly unique is that it’s integrated into the original fortified walls of the old city, and was even constructed on the foundations of a former octagonal tower once used by the Moors to defend the gate and walls in this part of Ronda. As a result, the church’s structure has a rich history and tells a fascinating story of the city’s past.

Estofado andaluz (Andalucian Hotpot)

March 16, 2023 by Clive Muir

One of our best-kept secrets here in southern Spain is the intense cold of our winters. (Especially in the mountains.) For centuries before the advent of central heating, field labourers had to stock up on nourishing, warming food in order to get through a day’s work in the bitter cold. This leads us onto another of our best-kept secrets. The wonderful range of stews, roasts and hotpots which have evolved here in the Serranía de Ronda. Estofado andaluz (Andalucian Hotpot) is one of them!