Torrevieja
Things to Do
Beaches, restaurants, hiking, day trips, seasonal events
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Quick facts
- Torrevieja sits beside the Parque Natural de las Lagunas de La Mata y Torrevieja, a protected wetland area
- The town has an extensive seafront promenade (Paseo Marítimo) and multiple beaches
- Cultural events include the Habaneras singing festival (summer) and Easter (Semana Santa) processions
- Nearby Alicante, Murcia, and the inland Vega Baja region offer day-trip options
Torrevieja's coastline features several beaches, including La Mata, Playa del Cura, and Los Locos. The seafront promenade stretches for kilometres, lined with restaurants, cafes, and bars. In summer, beaches are busy; in winter, they are quiet and often almost empty.
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