Soccer
Here is a Spanish passion, and in Andalusia, especially in the village. For, like the capital derby between Real Madrid and Atlético, the fratricidal duel between Séville FC and Betis is just as disputed. It is undoubtedly the most passionate and hottest in the country. All year round, the city is divided between the Green and White of Betis and the Red and White of Séville FC, two century-old teams and two stadiums only 4 km away. At the office, restaurant or stadium, everyone takes sides. In the early 2000s, this rivalry sometimes broke out and the ultras of both clubs regularly came to the fore. But in 2007, the FC city experienced a tragedy with the accidental death on the ground of 22-year-old defender Antonio Puerta, following a cardiac arrest. A tragedy that finally united the whole city and reduced tensions. Even if the passion remains as strong as ever! The week before the derby is not like any other and the city is only living to the rhythm of the game. “” One day, a city Sé leader accidentally took a green pen and put it back on the table saying”: ” I can't take it, because it's green. It is at this point, “” told AFP Julien Escud” one day, the French defender of Séville FC between 2006 and 2012.
On the water, between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean
The coastline offers different conditions and the possibility of practicing many water sports. There are many sailing, flysurfing and diving schools.
The Natural Park of Cabo de Gata, the wild cape of Almería, is a rather wonderful place for diving or underwater fishing enthusiasts. On the coast of this desert landscape, there are small coves hidden between cliffs, virgin beaches that appear deliciously behind dunes and, everywhere, crystal clear water that makes the happiness of divers, amateurs or confirmed.
The province of Cádiz, on the way to Tarifa, brings together all the windsurfing fanatics who enjoy the meeting of east and west winds, on the border between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Dream spots that also attract kitesurfing enthusiasts between Cadiz and Tarifa thanks to these exceptional gliding conditions.
The Andalusian coast also has around 40 marinas offering different activities. In Huelva and Almería, they allow you to sail offshore under the guidance of instructors.
Finally, as far as rowing is concerned, the navigable part of the Guadalquivir offers good opportunities.In the mountains, through the natural parks
Andalusia is where the peaks of the Sierra Nevada rise. From the first snowfall, you can ski on its 62 km of marked trails. For the rest of the year, the Granada mountain range attracts many climbing enthusiasts.
Another strength of the region is the presence of many natural parks that are very well suited for mountain biking, horseback riding or walking. In the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas (Jaén), d’Aracena (Huelva), Subbéticas (Córdoba) and Grazalema (Cadiz), to name but a few.in addition, they have been designed with marked circuits and routes. Paragliding and hang-gliding flight zones also occupy these natural areas. Canoë-kayak and rafting enthusiasts will not be disappointed either. It should be noted that, in these mountain regions, there are many chasms and caves that are well suited for experienced mountaineers and specialists. Finally, air sports are mainly practiced in the provinces of Córdoba and Jaén, which have air clubs. A great opportunity to enjoy the exceptional panoramas offered by the Andalusian landscape.
