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Velerín Tower
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Emiel
November 13, 2025
Hiking
The tower is located in the Velerín neighborhood. Dating from the second half of the 16th century, it has a circular plan and comprises a room with a fireplace and a brick dome, a staircase, and a terrace.
Some of these watchtowers in Estepona also feature a 19th-century guardhouse and machicolations pointing to the four cardinal directions.
Some of these watchtowers in Estepona also feature a 19th-century guardhouse and machicolations pointing to the four cardinal directions.
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DakenH
January 28, 2026
Hiking
The Torre El Velerín is a historic coastal watchtower on the Senda Litoral near Estepona. It was built in the 16th century as part of a coastal defense system designed to protect against pirate attacks. From the tower, movements at sea were observed and warning signals were relayed to neighboring watchtowers. Its distinctive features are its round shape and elevated entrance. Today, the Torre El Velerín is a listed historical monument and a testament to coastal history.
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