There are some lovely beaches (see the article on El Palmar with the recommendation for the restaurant La Chanca or Restaurant Francisco).There is the chiringuito at Caños de Meca) with a fantastic view back over the bay to the lighthouse of Trafalgar (see article on Hotel Utopia combined with a visit to Restaurant Sajorami at Playa Zahora, Caños de Meca).

We have a special suggestion - an interesting visit to El Palomar de la Breña.

Take the N.340 direction Cadiz, pass the turning on your right for Medina Sidona, and shortly after this you will see left turn for Vejer de la Frontera, and also for Caños de Meca. Follow the road to Caños de Meca. Follow the road direction Barbate, and take the turning on your left for San Ambrosio. This goes into the pine forest. After a short while you will see a sign for Palomar de La Breña.

--- El Palomar de la Brena ---

This is now a Hacienda/hotel with a restaurant attached and is in a very isolated spot with gorgeous views (except for the ten windmills now visible - if more come it will take away much of the allure of this location). Interesting wooden sculptures greet you, but the main fascination of this place is the ruins of the world’s largest dovecote adjoining the hacienda (free entrance via a door beside the bar). Open daily from March onwards.

El Palomar de la Breña housed some 10.000 doves in the early 18th century, which were used as food for the crews of the ships bound for America as they could be transported live. The chemical conditions were such that the droppings produced saltpetre for the cannon fodder. The ruins are in good condition and you can walk up and down the passages and pass under the ancient archways; information is strategically placed.

--- El Palomar de la Brena ---

We then followed the road through the pine forest until we came to Barbate where the new yacht club/restaurant is clearly visible (a dark red building). Note: this is closed on Tuesdays.

Roman Ruins in Bolonia
A great walk from Bolonia
Evening drive: Facinas to los Barrios
El Palomar de la Breña
Vejer de la Frontera

Recommended places to eat - 'Westwards'

Restaurants outside Tarifa - Westwards

Recommended places to visit - 'Eastwards'

Agua park Algeciras
Gibraltar

 

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About Zoë and her guesthouse

Zoë is the owner of Guesthouse Dar Cilla which is unique of its sort in Tarifa. It is located on the outskirts of the old town within the old 12th century walls. 'Dar' is an Arabic word for a town house in which a series of suites are grouped around a central courtyard. Each suite is fully independent, but there is a pleasant air of 'sociability' and you will meet Zoë and fellow guests on the roof terrace over a glass of wine.

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