Murcia

There are so many wonderful beaches along the Costa Calida "warm coast" most are very accessible, soft, level and child friendly, but there are some more difficult to reach coves for if you want a more solitude time.

Just 15 minutes from the resort is the Mar Menor the largest salt-water lagoon in Europe. Its salinity provides buoyancy so it is, supposedly, one of the safest places to swim in the world, it is also renowned for it’s high water temperatures which are retained well into the autumn months, combined with the crystal clear calm waters, make it ideal both for children and for the water sports enthusiast there is an extensive choice on offer here, including jet skiing, wind surfing, sailing, fishing, snorkelling, and scuba diving. The mineral-rich waters are said to have therapeutic effects and because of this the area also has a significant spa tourism industry.

You could take in the beautiful views of the Mar Menor from the extensive level promenades, perfect for cycling or a relaxing walk (with pushchairs or wheel chairs) that run along side the soft sandy beaches with numerous children’s play areas, or stop off at one of the many beach side cafes or bars for a little local hospitality and Tapas.

 
These are just a few of the beaches nearby there are so many more, a refreshingly wide variety from a beach full of activities and facilities or just a beautifull tranquil beach, something to suit all different needs:

• Villa Nanitos: near the mud baths of San Pedro del Pinatar, with various sporting facilities such as wind surfing, volley ball, kayaking and waterskiing.
• La Llana: long, sandy, blue flag beach, with foot showers during the main season. Mild water, with some waves in parts.
• El Espejo: another blue flag, sandy beach with wind surfing, volley ball and kayaking. Calm waters.
• Los Nietos: 4km long grey, sandy beach with showers, lots of restaurants and calm waters.
• Cala de las Mulas: a nudist beach with fine sands and but no services.
• Cala Cortina: a calm sandy beach with toilets and showers, and a life guard service.
• La Calera and San Ginés: gravel and sand beaches with calm water and reasonable facilities such as showers in places and a few restaurants and shops.
• El Rihuete and Puerto de Mazarrón: sandy beaches, with plenty of local shops and restaurants.
• El Banuevo. Disabled access, water sports, snack area’s.
• El Cabezo de la Pelea and Las Covaticas: sand and gravel beaches which are great for snorkeling. Some of the coves in this area are frequented by nudist bathers.
• Baño de las Mujeres and El Ciscar: this pair of quiet, short beaches offer great fishing as well as swimming and snorkeling.
• Abejerro and Las Pulgas: sand and gravel beaches, quiet, with no facilities.
• Punta del Fraile: only accessible by foot, with good clear water for snorkelling.