Pilar de la Horadada is the southernmost town of the Costa Blanca. With about 24,000 inhabitants, it became an independent municipality in 1986, when it separated from Orihuela. Its inland town centre is surrounded by farmland, while its coast is lined with sandy beaches and small coves right on the border with the Region of Murcia.
Why visit Pilar de la Horadada
For quiet family beaches, a mild climate all year and an easy location between the Costa Blanca and the Mar Menor, with Torrevieja and Murcia a short drive away.
Top things to do in Pilar de la Horadada
Mil Palmeras
A long beach of fine sand with palm trees and calm water, popular with families.
Torre de la Horadada
The seaside village takes its name from a 16th-century watchtower built to warn of pirate raids. Around it are a small marina and several beaches.
Coves and coastal walks
Rocky coves such as those of Rocamar alternate with sandy beaches, and a coastal path links several of them.
The town centre
The church of Nuestra Señora del Pilar and the main square are the heart of local life. The area was crossed by the Roman Via Augusta, with the station of Thiar.
Day trips from Pilar de la Horadada
The Mar Menor lagoon and San Pedro del Pinatar are just across the border; the pink salt lakes of Torrevieja and the city of Murcia are within an hour.
Best time to visit Pilar de la Horadada
Late spring and early autumn are ideal. Summer is hot and busy. Winter is mild and sunny.
Getting to and around Pilar de la Horadada
Región de Murcia airport and Alicante–Elche airport are both within about an hour by car. The AP-7 and N-332 roads run along the coast. A car is the most practical way to get around.
What to eat in Pilar de la Horadada
Rice dishes such as arroz con costra, fresh fish, vegetables from the Vega Baja and Murcian-style caldero.
Pilar de la Horadada FAQ
Is Pilar de la Horadada on the Costa Blanca?
Yes, it is the southernmost municipality of the Costa Blanca and of the Valencian Community.
Is it close to the Mar Menor?
Yes, the Mar Menor begins just south of the town, across the regional border.
