The famous horse races on the beaches of San Lucar de Barrameda.
By Sue Wolk
This "Sport of Kings" is not particularly
widespread in Andalucia, however, the famous races on the beaches
of San Lucar de Barrameda during the month of August should
not be missed.
Horse racing along the seaside town's famous beach
daily from 6.00 pm, on 2nd and 4th weekends during
August (Thursday to Sunday). Now an international event with
horses from other European countries taking part and many famous
names amongst the spectators, the August races began way back when
fishermen used to ride with their catch from their boats at one
end of the shore to the Port's market at the other end. This is
a serious competition as the total prize money in 2001 was 2.5m
Euros. Most of the prize money is awarded during the last weekend.
The Hipodromo
There is horseracing most Saturday evenings at the The Hipodromo
Costa del Sol in Mijas Costa, Racing usually starts at
21.30.
Chapin Sports Complex
There is also a race course in Jerez de la Frontera
at the Chapin sports complex just to the east of the city centre.
It was here the 2002 World Equestrian Games were held.
Tel: 956 342 131
Seville Racecourse
Seville racecourse is at the Club Hipico Peneda, Avenida
de Jerez s/n.
Tel: 954 611 400
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