Heidi

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Heidi

Hola! I'm the researcher, walker, and co-founder behind Spain on Foot. I help travellers experience Spain authentically, through in-depth guides, locals-only knowledge, and cultural stories you won't find in guidebooks.

About Heidi

I'm the researcher, walker, and co-founder behind Spain on Foot. For years, I've been uncovering Spain's stories, especially in Andalusia, where history clings to every stone and the landscapes feel alive beneath your feet. What started as a passion for travel grew into something deeper: a commitment to understanding Spain's cultural heart. I've walked its ancient caminos, explored its layered past, and met the people whose lives and traditions rarely appear in guidebooks. My goal is to help you experience Spain in a way that's authentic, meaningful, and connected, so every journey feels like more than just a trip.

Articles by Heidi(189)

Baños del Carmen, Málaga: The Hidden Beach with a Century of History

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Baños del Carmen, Málaga: The Hidden Beach with a Century of History

Guide to Baños del Carmen in Málaga, a small historic beach with a famous restaurant complex dating to 1918. Includes facilities, how to get there, the best time to visit, and what makes it different from Malagueta.

Las Calas del Pino: The Best Nudist Beach in Málaga

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Las Calas del Pino: The Best Nudist Beach in Málaga

Guide to Las Calas del Pino on the eastern Costa del Sol, the best-established nudist beach in Málaga province. Location, how to get there, facilities, and what the coves are like.

Playa El Dedo, Málaga: The Beach with the Famous Restaurant

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Playa El Dedo, Málaga: The Beach with the Famous Restaurant

Guide to Playa El Dedo in east Málaga, home to the famous El Tintero restaurant. Includes how El Tintero works, beach facilities, parking, and why locals rate this stretch.

Playa El Palo, Málaga: The Local's Beach Guide

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Playa El Palo, Málaga: The Local's Beach Guide

Guide to Playa El Palo in east Málaga, a long sandy beach in a former fishing village. Includes facilities, parking, the best nearby restaurants, and how it differs from the tourist beaches.

Playa Guadalmar, Málaga: The Wild West Beach

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Playa Guadalmar, Málaga: The Wild West Beach

Guide to Playa Guadalmar in west Málaga, a wide natural beach near the airport with a nudist zone, kite surfing, and the Guadalhorce Nature Reserve. Includes facilities, parking, and what to expect.

Playa de la Malagueta: Málaga's City Beach Guide

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Playa de la Malagueta: Málaga's City Beach Guide

Everything you need to know about Playa de la Malagueta, Málaga's main city beach. Facilities, parking, nearby restaurants, best time to visit, and what locals actually do here.

Playa de Pedregalejo: Málaga's Fishing Village Beach

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Playa de Pedregalejo: Málaga's Fishing Village Beach

Guide to Playa de Pedregalejo in Málaga, a string of small coves in a former fishing village. Includes the best chiringuitos, how to get there, parking, and what makes it different from Malagueta.

Puerto Banús Beach, Marbella: What It's Actually Like

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Puerto Banús Beach, Marbella: What It's Actually Like

Honest guide to Puerto Banús beach in Marbella. What the beach clubs cost, where the free public section is, water sports, and whether it's worth the trip.

Cala del Cañuelo, Nerja: The Hidden Cove Near Maro

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Cala del Cañuelo, Nerja: The Hidden Cove Near Maro

Guide to Cala del Cañuelo near Maro and Nerja, a secluded cove in a protected nature reserve. How to get there, what's on the beach, snorkelling, and what to bring.

Playa Burriana, Nerja: The Best Beach on the Costa del Sol

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Playa Burriana, Nerja: The Best Beach on the Costa del Sol

Complete guide to Playa Burriana in Nerja, the eastern Costa del Sol's best beach. Where to eat, how to get there, parking, snorkelling, and the best time to visit.

Playa de Calahonda, Nerja: The Cove Below the Balcón

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Playa de Calahonda, Nerja: The Cove Below the Balcón

Guide to Playa de Calahonda in Nerja, the sheltered cove directly below the Balcón de Europa. How to get down, what the beach is like, and whether it's worth the steps.

Playa de Bolonia, Tarifa: Roman Ruins on the Beach

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Playa de Bolonia, Tarifa: Roman Ruins on the Beach

Guide to Playa de Bolonia near Tarifa: 4km of natural Atlantic beach, Roman ruins, a 30m sand dune, and crystal-clear water. How to get there, entry fees, facilities, and best time to visit.