Urbanización La Marina
The characteristics of the sector
The Urbanización La Marina, is a residential area on the Costa Blanca, it is part of the municipality of San Fulgencio province of Alicante, near the towns of Santa Pola and Guardamar del Segura. Less than half an hour's drive from Alicante airport and only a few minutes from the beautiful Blue Flag beaches and protected pine forests. San Javier de Murcia Airport is also just a 35-minute drive away.
It is a large residential complex, inhabited by more than 10,000 people, exceeding 17,000 in summer, 80% of whom are European residents.
Nicknamed Little Europe, it flourished during the eighties, thanks to the influx of foreign residents, especially British. It is indeed the largest English-speaking community outside of England.
Today in the Urbanización La Marina, other foreign communities have joined them; German, Irish, Scottish, Icelandic, Swedish, Norwegian and of course more and more French people. Foreigners together represent nearly 80% of the municipal census of San Fulgencio.
The climate is Mediterranean, mild winters and hot summers with cool sea breezes in summer and protection of the surrounding mountains from cold north winds in winter. With more than 330 days of sunshine a year and the proximity of the salt lakes of Santa Pola make it one of the healthiest micro climates in Europe, recommended in 1986 by the World Health Organization.
Residential complex Urbanización La Marina
The residential complex of the Urbanización La Marina, has many facilities, such as its two public outdoor swimming pools. A regular bus service that connects the residential center to nearby towns and beaches.
The weekly markets, mercadillos, take place every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, however, the largest market is now at the Bahia de las Dunas shopping center, every Saturday. This market offers local fruits and vegetables, as well as shoes made in traditional Spanish workshops, handicrafts, clothing, leather goods and of course, a wide variety of culinary delights.
The complex also has an excellent national health center, fitness center as well as private medical practices and a selection of quality dentists.
In addition, the inhabitants have their own church, post office, several municipal offices, a social center, a tourist office, the doctor's office, pharmacies and the headquarters of the municipal police.
The visitor will find a cosmopolitan atmosphere and a multitude of services. Local shops not lacking, banks, shops, supermarkets, shops and various shops, craftsmen, etc. The area boasts a wide variety of bars and restaurants to enjoy a choice of Spanish or international cuisine.
The Urbanización La Marina enjoys some interesting nightlife with places offering live music, or you can enjoy a glass of sangria while enjoying the beautiful live music watching beautiful sunsets.
Natural area
The area enjoys an exceptional coastal landscape attractive to tourists. The natural environment combines large stretches of beach and spectacular dune cords, the conditions are perfect for the flora and fauna, which exist here in abundance. The area is a paradise for nature lovers.
The many trails give hikers or amateur cyclists the opportunity to enjoy the countryside. Between paths, vegetable gardens, cereal fields, orange orchards and plantations of different species, the walker will have the opportunity to discover the flavors and scents of this land.
Nearby, four kilometers, you can enjoy the beaches with thousands of golden sand dunes and pine forest, of particular ecological interest.
The nearby beach of La Marina stretches for some 17 km from Santa Pola to Torrevieja. Equipped with the blue flag and maritime surveillance, you will rent deckchairs and parasols. You will have the opportunity to practice water sports, thanks to a reserved area and optimized for them. The large car parks are connected to the beaches by wooden walkways.
Not far away, a campsite Internacional La Marina, one of the best in the Spanish Mediterranean and two hotels.
Leisure
There is no shortage of sporting opportunities and leisure facilities. In addition to beach activities, the area offers various sports and leisure activities. Fans will be delighted with the many golf courses found in the area. Guests can rent bicycles, play mini-golf, take a diving course, walk through the dunes or salt marshes or just enjoy the local countryside and natural environment.
Horseback riding tours, quad bike rentals and hot air balloon flights are also within easy reach.
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A short drive will take you to the nearby towns of Torrevieja, Alicante and Murcia and the villages of San Fulgencio, La Marina-Pueblo, Rojales, Almoradí, Crevillente, Dolores and Catral, all worth a visit, where you can stroll through the historic and charming old towns or drive along rural roads.
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Publié le 18/10/2021 par
Dominique SANTI
The Urbanización La Marina, is a residential area on the Costa Blanca, it is part of the municipality of San Fulgencio province of Alicante, near the towns of Santa Pola and Guardamar del Segura. Less than half an hour's drive from Alicante airport and only a few minutes from the beautiful Blue Flag beaches and protected pine forests. San Javier de Murcia Airport is also just a 35-minute drive away.
