Sotogrande Today
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· Morning edition
Speed Golf tonight at The Alto Club
16 October · registration 17:30 · golf 18:00
Tonight’s Toptracer team event welcomes all ages and abilities at The Alto Club Golf Academy. Entry is €200 per four-person team including golf, snacks and barbecue; drinks cost extra and booking is required.
Alto’s par-3 opening celebrated
Reported 15 October 2026
SGplus reports that Suzann Pettersen and Álvaro Quirós joined the official opening celebration for The Alto Club’s nine-hole par-3 course. Designed by Manuel Piñero, the short course offers holes of approximately 80–200 metres for beginners and experienced golfers.
Illustrative: Almenara archive; not the new course.
IMS Sotogrande joins education pilot
Reported 15 October 2026
International Montessori School Sotogrande has been selected for Fundación EducAcción’s national ‘100 Escuelas de Impacto’ pilot, SGplus reports. Participating schools will test indicators focused on pupil wellbeing and educational quality during this academic year.
Plaza Blanca plans Halloween fundraiser
31 October 2026 · confirm hours with organisers
Plaza Blanca’s family Halloween celebration will raise funds for dog rescue SOS Canya, with music, face painting and a costume competition. Published listings disagree on the hours, so confirm timings with organisers before attending.
Marina announces national DF65 cup
4–7 February 2027 · announced 13 October
Puerto Sotogrande has announced the first Spanish DF65 Cup for 4–7 February 2027, bringing national radio-controlled sailing competition to the marina. The dates are confirmed, while registration and the detailed racing programme remain to be announced.
Illustrative: Sotogrande Marina archive.
Archive and stock photographs are illustrative. Check organisers’ latest details before attending.
Coming up · Friday 23 October 2026
Piano at sunset in Puerto Sotogrande
A sunset boat trip with live piano, followed by a concert beside the Torre de Control. Pianist Francisco Álvarez returns for Piano al Atardecer, with proceeds supporting Fundación Navega.
Boat departure: 18:30 · Concert: 20:00
€110 per person: boat trip and concert, including the VIP area and a welcome drink.
€30 per person: concert ashore at the Torre de Control.
Places are limited and advance reservations are required. Times are as advertised by the organiser; check your booking confirmation before attending.
Your guide to Sotogrande.
Restaurants, beaches, places to stay and useful local information. For visitors and everyone who calls this area home.
Planning a holiday, settling in or looking for something to do this weekend? Explore Sotogrande and its surrounding villages, from the marina to Torreguadiaro, Pueblo Nuevo and Guadiaro.
Explore Sotogrande
Start with the places and practical guides that help you make the most of the area.
Restaurants & cafés
Find somewhere for breakfast, a relaxed family lunch or dinner out. Explore places to eat in Sotogrande and the neighbouring villages.
Beaches & beach clubs
Explore the coast, from Sotogrande and Torreguadiaro to Cala Sardina. For a different kind of beach day, browse the beach club guide.
Places to stay
Planning a weekend away or a longer holiday? Browse hotels in and around Sotogrande, then explore the neighbourhoods to choose your base.
Golf
Get to know the local golf courses and clubs. If you would like to explore another side of sport here, start with our guide to polo.
Shopping
Find shops and shopping areas in and around Sotogrande, whether you need everyday essentials or want to spend an afternoon browsing.
Schools
Research schools in the area as part of planning a move. Use the guide to build your shortlist before arranging visits and asking about admissions.
Things to do, day and night
With the family
Build a day around the beach, an activity or a change of scenery. Our family guide brings together ideas for spending time with children in and around Sotogrande, whether you are here for the holidays or looking for a weekend outing.
An evening out
Find ideas for drinks, an evening with friends or somewhere to continue after dinner. Explore the nightlife guide alongside the restaurant listings, then check your chosen venue for its current opening hours and programme.
Getting around
Use the local map to get your bearings and the bus guide to research your journey. For everyday questions, our practical information page gives you another useful starting point.
Living in Sotogrande
There is more to choosing a home than finding a property. Think about the places you will use each week: schools, shops, work and the activities that matter to you. Our living guide is a starting point for planning a move and getting familiar with everyday life here.
Get to know the area
Explore the different neighbourhoods before deciding where to stay or live. Use the map alongside the area guide to see how your shortlist fits with the coast, the marina and the places you plan to visit.
Find a local business
Looking for help with your home, a professional service or an everyday appointment? Browse the directory by category to find businesses serving Sotogrande and the surrounding area.
Run a local business? Contact us about a listing or send an update to an existing one.
Join the local conversation
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