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Costa Calida & Mar Menor area guide |
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Costa Calida is special because a big appeal of this Spanish coastline is its understated charm. Its beauty lies in its unspoiled beaches, clear and radiant waters, impressively abundant marine life, hidden coves, quaint fishing towns juxtaposed protected natural reserves, brilliant green rice paddies and lush market gardens, traditional mountain villages, the sheer variety of cuisine on its shores, its rich historical heritage, its ideal weather and the list goes on.
Costa Calida which means "the warm coast" is the approximately 250 kilometers of Mediterranean coastline in the region of Murcia on the southeast corner of Spain . It extends from El Mojon in the north near the frontier of the region of Alicante to Aguilas in the south bordering the region of Almeria .
From one of Spain''s famous coastal treasures, the Mar Menor, a natural salt water lagoon, separated from the Mediterranean Sea by the La Manga Strip to the gorgeous beaches that dot its coastal towns, Costa Calida is the ultimate dream paradise.
Mar Menor (Little Sea) is a beutiful area located on the east coast of Spain, within the region of Murcia, just above the city of Cartagena. Few regions have the good fortune to have both a saltwater lake and a Mediterranean shore. The region of Murcia has both and the salt water lake with an area of 170sq.km is known as Mar Menor, the largest salt water lake in Europe. Mar Menor is part of the Costa Calida
The average annual temperature here is 17ºC and the average during the summer is above 21ºC. The winters are very mild, very rarely falling below 10ºC. Rain is also rare here. With over 3000 hours of sunshine a year and the mild climate, the water here can reach 30º in August.
The coast of the Mar Menor is flanked by small towns, in the past homes to fishermen and today, tourist enclaves. San Pedro del Pinatar in the north covers 21.7sq.km and has 15,200 inhabitants. This can swell to 60,000 in the summer months. Below this is San Javier with over 20,000 residents.
Below are towns that may be of interest to you on your stay in spain,Most of the holiday rentals advertised are located in the towns or close by.
The costa calida & Mar menor areas are a great place to visit full of beauty and history have a look at our area guide when deciding where you would like to stay.If you have any specific questions about any of the areas contact us. |
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Cartagena |
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The port of Cartagena, in the Mediterranean's Costa Cálida, has been prized since Carthaginian times. Thanks to its strategic position on the Murcia coast, it has been inhabited by several cultures which have left their mark on its artistic heritage. A tour of the place and its museums will draw us into the history of a city closely tied to the sea.
The Cartagena, Port of Cultures initiative allows visitors to enjoy a wide range of options, discovering the cultural wealth and rich history of this town. This is an authentic journey across the centuries that will take you from the town's origins through to the present day. On the way you will discover its historic vestiges, its most emblematic places and the splendid collections housed in its archaeological museums. |
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La Manga |
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La Manga is located 30 Km. North Cartagena (Mediterranean Sea coast, Southeast Spain) in the Autonomous Community of Murcia.La Manga has many things difficult to find in Continental Europe: the clean air, the healthy Mar Menor water (very salty, therefore good for rheumatic diseases and skin problems), the fall and winter weather (from early March to middle November the good weather is almost guaranteed and, even during those "cold" months, you will find many days with good and sunny weather) and the beautiful sunsets in Mar Menor.La Manga can be accessed via Santiago de la ribera across the mar menor by ferry which takes 30 minutes.
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Lo Pagan |
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The touristic and coastal area of the San Pedro del Pinatar municipality receives the name of Lo Pagan, in where are famous the mud baths that are taken in the area of Las Charcas de las Salinas, because their curative-beneficial effects for rheumatical type affections.The famous mud baths are located here which has therapeutic powers! it is high in chlorine and sulfur.It has a faboulous beach area,at night there are regular fiestas as well as a fun fair in july and August. |
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Los Alcazares |
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Los Alcázares is in the Region of Murcia, 24 kilometres from the town of Cartagena and just 5 kilometres from San Javier international airport. Its name is of Moorish origin, meaning palace. It comes from the holiday houses that were once built in this coastal village by the Moors. Los Alcázares is a very healthy destination, too. Try the waters of the Mar Menor, famous for their therapeutic qualities, or enjoy a thermal treatment at the La Encarnación Spa Resort, which conserves the character of old, turn-of-the-century spa centres. If you like sports, there are activities such as sailing, windsurfing and kayaking at its Marine Resort, available all year-round thanks to the warm temperatures in the region. Another good option is to visit the Torre del Rame, a Moorish fortress, or to visit the Municipal Aeronautical Museum.Lots of different bars and restaurants in Los Alcazares as well as a nearby go cart track |
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Murcia |
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The city of Murcia is described as one of the most beautiful and historic in the country. The city stands on the banks if the river and enjoys all year round sunshine. It has the highest temperatures in the region. There is a great deal of Moorish influence in the city, not least of all the impressive city walls. After the reconquest, the 20 mosques in the city were turned into churches. The Cathedral is the most highly prized building in the city. The first foundation stone was laid in 1388 by Bishop Pedrosa. It took four centuries to complete. There are so many different styles and cultures within, including 23 different chapels. |
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San Pedro de Pinatar |
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Facing the tranquil waters of Mar Menor, San Pedro del Pinatar is one of the main tourist destinations on the Murcia coast.
Tradtionally a seafaring and agricultural centre, San Pedro del Pinatar has become one of the principal tourist towns on Murcia's Costa Cálida.
The main attractions of San Pedro are concentrated around the beach and shore. Here you will find Lo Pagán, a lively tourist centre which has all kinds of holiday facilities, such as hotels, bars, restaurants and shops. Next to the long promenade facing the Mar Menor are extensive beaches such as La Puntica or Villananitos. This watery setting, combined with the facilities at its marina, means you can do a great many sports, such as sailing, scuba diving or windsurfing.
As well as one of the town's architectural symbols, the Quintín mill, the surrounding area contains the Salinas de San Pedro del Pinatar Regional Park, a space where a great many species of migratory birds come to nest. You can also benefit from the therapeutic properties of its mud, especially suitable for treating bone and skin ailments.
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Santiago de la Ribera |
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Santiago de la Ribera is on the Mar Menor, on the coast of Murcia. This old fishing village has 4 kilometres of beach, with fine, golden sand. Its Mediterranean waters are ideal to enjoy sun, sea and water sports all year round. It has an attractive, palm-lined promenade that runs the length of the beach.
It is well worth sampling the local gastronomy, with exquisite fish and shellfish, and outstanding dishes such as salt-roast sea bream and king prawns. There are two noteworthy events held in summer: the fiesta of La Virgen del Carmen, patron saint of sailors, on 16 July; the National Folk Festival, in the third week of this same month. |
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