Estepona enhances the preparation of its coastline and natural surroundings for Easter

The Estepona Town Hall has initiated a series of actions along the coast and in various natural sites within the municipality "with the aim of ensuring ... the best conditions of use and safety in anticipation of the arrival of Holy Week, one of the periods with the highest influx of visitors," according to municipal sources.

On one hand, the Council is implementing a specific plan to improve and condition the beaches stretching from Bahía Dorada to La Atalaya, with special focus on sites such as La Rada, El Cristo, and El Padrón. The work includes moving sand to restore the coastal profile after recent storms, removing sinkholes and steps created by the waves and rainfall.

"These efforts are complemented by a comprehensive cleaning of the beaches, involving stone removal, sand screening, and the removal of reeds and algae, as well as pruning and clearing in the oases. Additionally, showers, foot washes, and bathroom modules are being serviced, along with the improvement of access from the promenade and the coastal path," the sources report.

The municipal operation combines the use of specialized machinery with manual labor, particularly in the removal of waste and vegetation in more sensitive areas. Also, sanitation, electricity, and water services are being reviewed, and actions are being taken on the fronts of beach bars and hotel establishments located on the beachfront.

Safety in river fords

In parallel to these coastal actions, the Town Hall reports that it has enhanced safety in river environments by installing new signage at floodable fords of rivers and streams in the municipality. In the first phase, more than twenty signs have been placed at points in Arroyo Enmedio, Guadalobón, La Cala, Monterroso, El Padrón, El Castor, El Velerín, and Guadalmansa.

"These signs warn of the risk of rising water during rain events, especially in areas where traffic runs over the streambed or submersible structures, which can lead to dangerous situations due to vehicle drag. The measure is completed with the planning of new phases of signage and the study of other solutions such as barriers or control systems."

Finally, the Town Hall has reiterated to the central government "the urgent need to execute coastal stabilization actions through infrastructures like submerged breakwaters, in order to prevent the recurrent damage that the coast suffers after storms."