Why living on the Costa Blanca South isn’t all Sun, Sea and Sangria

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By Stuart Roberts, Associate Agent RE/MAX Beach Homes.

Sure, if you want to spend your time drinking Sangria there are lots of bars and restaurants in the Costa Blanca where you can spend your time drinking, but there’s so much more to the area that it’s easy to fill your days with activities.

If you like outdoor sports there are riding stables that you can book lessons to learn how to ride a horse, or if you fancy it you can go on a hack trekking through beautiful un-spoilt countryside, if horseback riding isn’t your thing but quad biking is, there are a number of locations where you can exchange one type of horse power for another.

Talking of horse power, if you like the thrills of go-karts there are 4 well maintained tracks in the area and an evening of racing can be combined with a meal in a local restaurant.

If you like to take your horsepower to the beach, then why not hire a jet ski and explore the coastline at high speed. If you like a slower approach to sea travel you can rent a boat and explore the areas many beaches. The coastal paths are also popular with walkers and cyclists alike.

 

Speaking of beaches, did you know that the Orihuela Costa area of Costa Blanca has kilometer after kilometer of Blue Flag beaches, from“ Playa La Caleta” in Cabo Roig to “Playa de la Glea” In Campoamor, awarded for the cleanliness of the water and the beaches themselves.

If you want to move inland there’s a host of villages, towns and cities to explore. Orihuela is one of the oldest cities in Spain and its architecture shows the influence of its rich history, whether occupied by the invading Moors or hard fought over by the Christians. A day exploring the sights of downtown Orihuela must include a visit to the Cathedral, Santo Domingo old University or to one of its many museums regarding “Miguel Hernandez” the famous writer who was born in the town.


If you are one who prefers nature, then Orihuela mountain “ Sierra de Orihuela” also has to offer you a hiking path of approx 10Km leading up to the famous “Cruz de la Muela” a large 15 meter high metal Cross on the Hill, which is lit up certain times a year.

The Costa Blanca has many activities on offer to suit everyone and their lifestyles, whether you are just coming on holiday or you have a permanent residence here.

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