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Sunset

Golden Hour at Hipódromo

Grab a bite near the market, walk to the sand, and watch the sun dip below the horizon.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 17:32

    Cafetería El Galan

    Pick up a drink or light snack at Cafetería El Galan. Note that it is temporarily closed as of Sept 2022, so check if it has reopened or use the nearby Central Market of Melilla for fresh produce and local bites.

  2. 17:47

    Hipódromo Beach

    Walk 7 minutes NNW from the market area to Hipódromo Beach. Find a spot on the fine sand with a clear view toward the WSW.

  3. 18:22

    Hipódromo Beach

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 18:22, casting a warm glow over the calm waters.

  4. 18:42

    Carabos Beach

    Stroll 7 minutes NNW to the quieter Carabos Beach. It is a short walk along the coast, offering a tranquil setting to enjoy the lingering golden light and the natural beauty of the shoreline.

Local tip

The walk from the city center to the beaches is short. If Cafetería El Galan is closed, the Central Market of Melilla is an excellent alternative for local flavors.

Check before you go

  • Cafetería El Galan is temporarily closed as of Sept 2022. Verify its current status or visit the Central Market of Melilla instead.
  • Sunset on 15 January is at 18:22 local time.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Melilla (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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