Chipiona is a small, cozy town located in southwestern Spain, near Seville and Cadiz. It is sunny and warm year-round, and most visitors are Spaniards seeking to escape the hot and noisy big cities and enjoy the warm sea. Foreigners, including residents of neighboring Portugal, prefer to come here in the summer.

Entertainment and Attractions
The Santuario de la Virgen de Regla Cathedral, built in the 14th century, is a beautiful example of Gothic architecture and remains popular among local believers. Down the coast stands the symbol of Chipiona—an ancient lighthouse, which has guided ships through the mouth of the Guadalquivir River since the mid-19th century. The Chipiona lighthouse (69 meters tall) is considered the tallest in Spain, the third tallest in Europe, and the fifth tallest in the world.

The historic center of the town is home to the iconic Museo del Moscatel (Moscatel Wine Museum), which details the grape growing process, winemaking methods, and the rich history of winemaking in Chipiona.
For those interested in late medieval history, the Chipiona Castle, built in either the 13th or 15th centuries, will be of interest. This castle played an important role during the Reconquista, then served as a prison in the 18th century and a hotel in the 19th and 20th centuries. Since 2000, it has housed the “Cádiz and the New World” exhibition center, whose collection features materials related to the discovery of America and the Spanish colonization efforts, up until the signing of the constitution in 1812.

Chipiona delights beachgoers with its diverse sandy beaches, which are awarded the Blue Flag award for cleanliness and comfort almost every year. The most popular city beach, literally steps from the famous Santuario de la Virgen de Regla, is Playa de Regla. This beach is covered in fine, clean sand and attracts many visitors year-round. It also offers public showers and restrooms, changing rooms, and hammocks, umbrellas, and sun loungers for rent.

Near the Chipiona lighthouse is the small Playa de las Canteras, which is only 400 meters long. Entry into the water at this beach is through boulders and coral, so it’s not considered ideal for swimming, but it’s great for evening strolls.

Playa de la Cruz del Mar, quieter and slightly more remote from the city center, is ideal for families with children. Those who prefer an active holiday will find pleasure at Playa de Camarón, where windsurfing, sailing, bodyboarding and other water sports are popular.