Description
Orihuela Costa, "The Magic Fragrance of the Sea".
A district of the municipality of Orihuela, in the province of Alicante, it is located in the south of the Costa Blanca, 35-40 kilometers from the city center of Orihuela.
According to the 2009 census, 40.48% of the population of Orihuela was of foreign origin, although if only the area of Orihuela Costa is taken into account this percentage can be far exceeded. Of the foreigners 76.46% are of European origin and more than half of these are of British origin.
Orihuela Costa is characterized by being one of the main places of second residence of the entire Costa Blanca, is a district that almost entirely consists of macro urbanizations in which mainly people from central and northern Europe are established for long periods or even set their permanent residence.
Famous for its coves, beaches and golf courses, Orihuela Costa, along its 16 kilometers of coastline, has many of the most prestigious urbanizations on the Costa Blanca, some of them of great international importance such as Cabo Roig, Villamartin or Campoamor.
An mixture of cultures and nationalities, walking through the streets where the shops, bars and restaurants of any urbanization in Orihuela Costa are located conveys a feeling of cosmopolitan euphoria, since you can perfectly have an aperitif in Germany, lunch or dinner in Belgium and dessert in England, and all this, without leaving the same street.
How to get to Orihuela Costa by road?
Getting to Orihuela Costa by road is relatively easy, among other things because the two main arteries that run along the Costa Blanca converge at the same point, whether you are coming from the north via the AP-7, or along the coast via the N-332, heading south. All the urbanizations in Orihuela Costa are located on one side or the other of this road, some facing the coast and others inland.
How do I get to Orihuela Costa by plane?
To get to any of the urbanizations in Orihuela Costa by plane, we would use the same airport as for the rest of the towns on the Costa Blanca. El Altet Airport is on average 40 kilometers away from any of the urbanizations.
Can I get to Orihuela Costa by train?
If you use the train for your journeys, the nearest train station is in Orihuela, which is on average 30 kilometers away from any of the towns on the Costa Blanca.
Climate of the Orihuela Costa.
Orihuela Costa has a semi-arid climate with rainfall not exceeding 260 litres per square metre per year and an average temperature of +18ºC.
Having a favourable climate is one of the main tourist attractions of the district as it has pleasant temperatures all year round and hardly any rainy days.
History of Orihuela Costa
Since its early days, Orihuela Costa has been visited and sometimes invaded by a multitude of cultures, as Iberians, Celts, Phoenicians, Carthaginian Greeks, Romans, Goths and Arabs have all passed through. All have left their mark in some way.
During the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, many of the towns on the Orihuela coast had to protect themselves from the periodic attack of the Berber pirates, which is why in many of its towns you can find watchtowers attached to the coast to warn and prevent the locals from such attacks.
Nowadays, many of the lands that in the past were simply farmland, some of them of little value and dry land, and after the arrival of the tourist boom in Spain, their value increased exponentially, splashing here and there, year after year with some new urbanization along the lands of the municipality.
Many of the foreign visitors who came to our coasts eventually decided to stay with us forever and take up permanent residence in Orihuela Costa. In fact, it is almost certain that more than 50% of Orihuela Costa's permanent residents are expatriates from Northern Europe, thus contributing to the amalgamation of races and cultures that has existed since historical times, many of whom have occupied important positions in the municipality's official bodies, having been elected by suffrage.
Orihuela Costa Facilities
In addition to the above, the Orihuela Town Hall has been making a considerable effort over the years to provide facilities and services to all residents of each and every one of the districts of Orihuela Costa, and these are now an example of the organisation and management of the area.
These facilities are also designed to be able to operate during the periods of the year in which the population of Orihuela Costa normally triples.
In short, Orihuela Costa enjoys an adequate and modern level of development, capable of satisfying the most demanding visitors and residents with quality services and facilities.
What to do in Orihuela Costa
Whether you like the sea or the mountains, Orihuela Costa has a lot to offer.
Along its 16 kilometres of coastline, you can find coves and beaches of all kinds, all with fine sand, most of them with a Blue Flag and the distinctive "Q" for quality, where you can enjoy a multitude of water sports, or simply spend a quiet day with your family by the sea.
But if what really moves you is the world of golf, Orihuela Costa has four of the best golf courses on the Costa Blanca, all of them with 18 holes and international prestige.
Another strong point of Orihuela Costa is the variety of environments you can find in each of the districts of the area, from the quietest and most familiar to the most festive and exciting, famous for example are the "Strip" of La Zenia, Cabo Roig or Villamartin, where you can find many bars and restaurants of all styles and environments. La Zenia Boulevard is one of the largest shopping areas in the Mediterranean basin.
There are several festivities and celebrations along the coast that take place throughout the summer period, especially during the August festivities, where the town hall has been organizing concerts, sports competitions and exhibitions in which both residents and the many tourists who visit the area during these dates participate.
In this chapter it is worth mentioning the St.Patricks Parade which is held every year during the month of March in the district of Cabo Roig. An idea that started from the residents of Irish origin to celebrate one of its most important festivals outside their country of origin, has become a success every year, multiplying exponentially the number of participants, to the point of being considered one of the five celebrations of St. Patrick's Day more important in the world, surpassing even many of the major cities in Ireland.
Properties in Orihuela Costa
Given its special configuration in the territory to which it belongs, depending on the district where you are, you can find all types of homes in Orihuela Costa adapted to almost any budget and economy.
In the districts of Campoamor and Cabo Roig, the general trend is towards large single-family villas with large plots, as well as in part of Punta Prima or La Zenia, on the other hand, in others such as Villamartín or La Regia, the usual rule is medium-sized townhouses, apartments or bungalows.
Mevilla Real Estate is the specialist in the southern part of the province of Alicante and the Costa Blanca and offers apartments, villas and modern villas in urban areas with spectacular views of the sea or the lively streets of the towns belonging to Orihuela Costa. Golf enthusiasts will also have the opportunity to practice their favorite sport on the various internationally renowned golf courses in the area.
Our coastal homes have spacious terraces, bright rooms, bathrooms with hydro-massage and are within walking distance of restaurants, shops, schools and health services. Our specialty are the villas and houses located in the most select areas, on the beachfront or on spectacular cliffs. These properties and villas for sale on the Costa Blanca have several floors, extensive gardens, outdoor or heated swimming pools, parking for several vehicles or a guest house.
Let yourself be seduced by the wonders that Orihuela Costa has to offer and buy exclusive houses, villas or apartments that you can find at Mevilla Real Estate.
Summary
Orihuela Costa has experienced unprecedented urban growth, the district has been filled with urbanizations and residential buildings in a matter of two decades, thanks to the influx of tourists mostly of foreign origin, especially from Northern Europe.
With a prestige that is strengthened every day, more and more visitors are coming to the districts of Orihuela Costa, many of them with the intention of settling down definitively among us.
Some have said, "variety is the spice of life", so it is not surprising that the Orihuela Costa area is so popular with tourists and residents alike, as it can satisfy the desire of almost everyone who wishes to purchase a property here, regardless of the size of their budget.
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