Costa Calida

Overview of the coast

This is the name of the tourist coast of the Mediterranean in the region of Murcia. It features several beaches and seaside resorts (San Pedro del Pinatar, Los Alcázares, Mazarrón, Águilas).

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location: from El Mojón (north) to Águilas (south).

• Main towns:

• Length: 250 km.

• Population:

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History of the Costa Calida

Environment of the Costa Calida

Precautions

What to see

Among the options offered by the Costa Calida, both along the coast and inland:

Caravaca ★★
This is a holy city and Christian pilgrimage site. It is dominated by its castle and basilica, surrounded by a medieval quarter.

Cartagena ★★
A port city near Murcia known for its festivities. Cartagena boasts numerous remnants from its Carthaginian, Roman, and other historical periods.

Lorca ★★
Lorca, the region's third-largest city, boasts a charming medieval castle and a significant architectural heritage in the Baroque style.

Mar Menor ★
A large, shallow lagoon with plenty of beaches (and quite a few buildings), northeast of Cartagena. It’s one of Europe’s most popular spots for water sports.

Murcia ★★
The regional capital has a rather beautiful centre, notably with its cathedral and several museums.

Castle Route ★★
This inland route near Murcia lets you discover numerous medieval castles and fortifications (Jumilla, Lorca, Moratalla, Mula).

What to do

Beaches and water activities

Other activities

Bars and nightlife

Climate and weather

Generally, the climate of the Costa Calida is semi-arid Mediterranean, with dry, hot summers and mild winters (some rain in late autumn). Thanks to the sea, the climate remains "livable" in summer, unlike inland or around Murcia, where it can get truly scorching in July and August.

Sea temperature throughout the year

Transportation

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

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