La Playa de Bolonia, one of the most beautiful beaches in Andalusia, between Tarifa and Cadiz. This wild and white beach, windy and overlooking the ocean, is one of the most beautiful in all of Spain.
Those who have never been there unfortunately do not know, but I think they define it Seville a large open-air oven is at least reductive. The thermometer rarely drops below 36 degrees, reaching peaks of 50 °, and the only salvation for those who, despite everything, has to work, seems to be the air conditioner. For these reasons, the first free weekend immediately rhymes with sea and playa.
Rented a car (I recommend Sixt close to Santa Justa station and I especially recommend you book it a day in advance, via the website), already the white beaches and the crystalline waters of the Atlantic seem to be closer. The destinations are many: the province of Cadiz, Huelva and neighboring Portugal offer numerous opportunities for choice. Sea, sun, relaxation, excellent fish and the most famous beaches loved by surfers from all over the world.
But there is one, not far from the famous one Tarifa, just two hours from Seville, which attracted the attention of our group of penniless writers with a passion for all that is ancient: the Playa of Bolonia, where the ruins of the ancient Roman city Baelo Claudia meet right next to the beach, overlooking the sea.
The forum, the temple, the market area, after a careful renovation, live a new life in a heavenly natural setting. Don't miss the archaeological Museum, modern and avant-garde, where you can learn everything about tuna fishing and the making of garum, the famous Roman sauce.
The beach then is a splendor, and thanks to its extension, a corner of paradise away from the crowds it is insured for everyone. Do not forget to take a walk in the pine forest up to the extraordinary Dune, natural heritage, and to climb to the top, braving wind and sand. From above, in a lunar landscape, the view will sweep across the gulf, and into the clear days the mountains of Tangier.
For a lunch break or an aperitif, the chiringuitos offer excellent fish at reasonable prices (between 10 and 15 euros the whole meal). Between fried fish, grilled tuna and grilled swordfish you will be spoiled for choice.
