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Modern apartments and penthouses in Los Alcázares overlooking the Mar Menor

Apartments and Penthouses in Los Alcázares: Investment Guide

16.04.2026

Los Alcázares is one of the most promising property investment destinations on the Mar Menor coast. Apartments from €90,000, penthouses with terraces from €200,000, seasonal rental yields of 6-9%. We break down property types, real running costs and the best areas.

Kitesurfers on Mar Menor lagoon with La Manga sandbar in the background

Mar Menor: Europe's Largest Saltwater Lagoon and Water Sports Paradise

15.04.2026

Mar Menor is a 170 km² saltwater lagoon on Spain's Murcia coast, separated from the Mediterranean by La Manga sandbar. With water temperatures 2–5°C warmer than the open sea, a maximum depth of 7 metres, and consistent wind conditions, it has become one of Europe's top destinations for kitesurfing, sailing, and stand-up paddleboarding. This guide covers the lagoon's unique geography, the full range of water sports available, nearby Mediterranean beaches, climate data by month, and what it means to live on the Mar Menor shore.

Panoramic view of Los Alcázares seafront promenade along Mar Menor lagoon

Buy Property in Los Alcázares: Mar Menor Lifestyle from €120,000

14.04.2026

Los Alcázares is a compact Spanish town of 16,000 residents sitting directly on Mar Menor — Europe's largest saltwater lagoon. Property prices here start significantly below Costa Blanca averages, the airport is 20 minutes away, and over 315 days of sunshine keep the lifestyle year-round. This guide covers current prices, the best areas to buy, the full purchasing process, and what makes Los Alcázares a strong investment case for 2026.

Torre de la Horadada marina with yachts and waterfront restaurants

Mil Palmeras and Torre de la Horadada: Coastal Living Guide

12.04.2026

Two coastal areas of Pilar de la Horadada — Torre de la Horadada with its marina and restaurants and quiet Mil Palmeras with family beaches. We compare both, examine the international community and the property market.

Sandy beach of Torre de la Horadada with turquoise water and distant marina

Beaches of Pilar de la Horadada: Blue Flags, Dunes and Crystal Water

10.04.2026

The coastline of Pilar de la Horadada stretches for over 4 kilometres at the southernmost tip of Alicante province. Multiple Blue Flag beaches, a marina, pine-backed dunes, and water temperatures that allow swimming from May through October make this one of the most underrated beach destinations on the Costa Blanca.

Aerial view of Torre de la Horadada coastline with marina and residential buildings

Buy Property in Pilar de la Horadada: Complete Guide 2026

09.04.2026

Pilar de la Horadada sits at the southernmost tip of Alicante province, offering Blue Flag beaches, authentic Spanish character, and property prices 10-20% below neighbouring Orihuela Costa. This guide covers every aspect of buying here in 2026 — from area comparisons and real price data to the full legal process.

La Mata promenade with restaurants and palm trees in evening light

Living in La Mata: Infrastructure, Community and Daily Life

08.04.2026

Life in La Mata means morning coffee with a sea view, a run along the promenade, Saturday market and an evening walk among the flamingos. We cover infrastructure, healthcare, transport and the international community first-hand.

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