La Manga beach: Exploring the best coastline and coves

Last updated on March 25th, 2020 at 05:55 pm.

La Manga Del Mar Menor – better known simply as La Manga – is a long, narrow strip of land on in Murcia, southeast Spain. At approximately 13 miles long but just 100 yards wide, this slim sandbank splits the Mar Menor from the Mediterranean sea, creating a beautiful lagoon-like area of water fed by natural channels. Naturally, this unusual land formation means there are a number of stunning beaches along La Manga’s coastline. What’s more, at just 25 feet at its deepest point, the Mar Menor is exceptionally warm, making it a wonderful place to enjoy swimming and watersports. Here, we explore a selection of the La Manga beach coastline.  

1. Pedrucho Beach

If you like a bustling beach with plenty to do, this La Manga beach will not disappoint. Pedrucho Beach is on the Mediterranean side of La Manga, lined with several restaurants and beach bars where you can get a delicious bite to eat or a refreshing cocktail. There are parasols and sunbeds for hire, along with proper shower and toilet facilities. For the more adventurous, there’s also a dive centre on this stretch of coastline

2. Matagorda Beach

Although popular, the sheer size of Matagorda Beach means that you can feel quite alone on this two-mile stretch of golden sand. With a more low-key atmosphere than Pedrucho Beach, Matagorda is popular with local families and tourists alike. Lined with wooden walkways, it’s also a lovely spot to go for a stroll. Or, if you’re more in the mood for watersports, there are also places to hire windsurfing equipment and sailboats.

3. Puerto Bello Beach

If you like your trips to the beach action-packed, then Puerto Bello Beach is for you. Popular with families of all nationalities, this is the place to go if you want to try out jet-skiing or windsurfing. If you’re going with children, you can be safe in the knowledge that there’s always a lifeguard on duty. It also has ample car parking and shower facilities. 

4. Chica Beach

For a more relaxing beach atmosphere for adults, head to Chica Beach. This mile-long expanse of fine golden sand has sunbed, parasol and hammock hire, which is perfect for lazy afternoons in the Spanish sunshine. If you need to cool off, there are also watersports or plenty of beach bars where you can find a refreshing drink. Another plus is this beach has disabled access and toilets.

5. El Gorguel Beach

If you really want to get away from it all, you can travel a little further out to El Gorguel Beach, which straddles La Manga and the city of Cartagena. This beach is rarely frequented by tourists, making it very quiet and peaceful. Although the sand is a little darker than other beaches in the area, this is more than made up for by the tranquillity and safe swimming area. However, there is a reason El Gorguel is quiet – it’s not very well signposted. If you’re planning to visit, be sure to check a map or get directions from a local.

The La Manga beach lifestyle

Whether you want to enjoy a sizzling barbeque, lie in the sun, sip cocktails or enjoy the thrills and spills of watersports, the La Manga beach area has something for everyone. This is why so many people are investing in property in and around La Manga. With so much on offer, it’s no wonder that many people are securing their dream home along the Murcia coast. At Abaco, we are the experts in purchase conveyancing for properties in Murcia. If you’d like to explore buying a home in this sought-after area, contact our Torrevieja office today.