Local Area:
Puerto Duquesa is located in the municipality of Manilva. Manilva is a traditional village, being the site of both Roman and Moorish settlements, located in the hills behind Puerto Duquesa, an area that has always been dedicated to fishing and wine production giving rise to the “mosto” wine which is famous in the region. Today Manilva and Puerto Duquesa have been transformed into two of the most beautiful tourist locations on the Costa del Sol. They have modern facilities with an abundance of restaurants, hotels, sporting activities, shops as well as sweeping beaches and challenging golf courses.
A short walk from Puerto Duquesa is the village of Sabinillas, which is also part of the municipality of Manilva. Here you can find all the services you require such as supermarkets, medical centres, travel agencies etc.
Manilva is located between Estepona (less than 10 miles) and Sotogrande (5 miles).
Estepona and Sotogrande:
Estepona : A beautiful coastal town, whose growth is converting it into an important location in the province of Malaga without losing its traditional character. From the town it is possible to see Gibraltar and the North African Coast. Estepona is also home to the Selwo African Safari Park.
Sotogrande: Known as a tourist destination for the jet-set and home to some of the best golf courses, such as Valderrama (host to the 1997 Ryder Cup), Sotogrande & Almenara. Its marina is well known for its modern design,luxury holidays, golf & polo.
Marbella & Puerto Banus:
Marbella & Puerto Banus: Are about 25 miles from Puerto Duquesa
They have a cosmopolitan, up-market atmosphere, an abundance of restaurants and some of the best international shops.
Golf:
Duquesa Fairways is next to the famous golf course, designed by Robert Trent Jones, La Duquesa Golf Course To be more precise, it's by the 5th hole.
La Duquesa Golf Course offers an interesting and varied game due to its long fairways and has two clearly different parts. The first nine holes are of a certain “English style” with narrow fairways and high greens. Particularly beautiful is the 4th hole with its magnificent views, but it can also easily give you trouble for your scorecard. The second nine are easier with wide fairways, although the greens will supply additional difficulties.
Other golf courses in the area are:
Almenara Golf Club, The Club de Golf Sotogrande, Valderrama Golf Club
Other Activities:
Water sports
