Holiday in Torrevieja
Beach in Spain — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇪🇸
Country
Spain
Type
Beach
Best time to travel
Year-round sunny, April to October (beach), November to March (wintering), August (Habaneras)
Budget/day
70-110 EUR: Hotel, boat tour, restaurant visit
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Alicante (30 min transfer) | Car from Alicante 50 km | Bus directly from Alicante
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What makes Torrevieja special as a destination?
Torrevieja on the Costa Blanca is a popular beach resort and long-term residence for Northern Europeans with over 300 sunny days a year. The city is famous for its pink lagoon — the Salinas de Torrevieja — whose intense pink color is created by algae and bacteria. The expansive beaches, mild winter climate, and low cost of living make Torrevieja the ideal place for long-term vacations and wintering by the Mediterranean.
What are the top highlights in Torrevieja?
The top highlights in Torrevieja include Salinas de Torrevieja, Playa del Cura, Parque Natural Lagunas, Habaneras-Festival.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Salinas de Torrevieja
Pink salt lagoon — a unique natural phenomenon, comparable to the Pink Lake in Australia.
Playa del Cura
City beach with fine sand, promenade, and all amenities — Blue Flag beach.
Parque Natural Lagunas
Nature park with two lagoons — flamingos, salt production, and spectacular sunsets.
Habaneras-Festival
Annual music festival featuring Cuban sea shanties on the beach — unique in Spain.
Hotels in Torrevieja
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Torrevieja?
The best time to visit Torrevieja is Year-round sunny, April to October (beach), November to March (wintering), August (Habaneras). Hot and dry, 30-35°C, constant sunshine In winter: Mild and sunny, 12-18°C, ideal for wintering
Recommended travel time
Year-round sunny, April to October (beach), November to March (wintering), August (Habaneras)
Summer
Hot and dry, 30-35°C, constant sunshine
Winter
Mild and sunny, 12-18°C, ideal for wintering
How much does a holiday in Torrevieja cost?
Budget travellers: 35-55 EUR: Apartment, beach free, tapas from 5 EUR/day, mid-range: 70-110 EUR: Hotel, boat tour, restaurant visit/day, luxury: 160+ EUR: Beach hotel, spa, gourmet tapas, sailing trip/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
35-55 EUR: Apartment, beach free, tapas from 5 EUR
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
70-110 EUR: Hotel, boat tour, restaurant visit
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
160+ EUR: Beach hotel, spa, gourmet tapas, sailing trip
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Torrevieja?
Flight to Alicante (30 min transfer) | Car from Alicante 50 km | Bus directly from Alicante
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visit the pink lagoon in the morning — the color is most intense in sunshine.
Torrevieja is ideal for wintering — mild climate, affordable rents, large German-speaking community.
Visit the fish market and buy fresh seafood at the Lonja.
Come in August for the Habaneras Festival — Cuban songs on the beach by moonlight.
What should you eat in Torrevieja?
Typical specialities in Torrevieja: Arroz a Banda — rice dish with fish broth and aioli, Costa Blanca specialty, Salazones — dried, salted fish from the salt lagoon, traditional preservation, Caldero — fish rice cooked in a cauldron, the signature dish of the Costa Blanca, Horchata — refreshing tiger nut drink, perfect for hot summer days.
These specialties you must try!
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