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Torrevieja is one of the best known towns on the Costa Blanca in the Spanish Mediterranean. Its popularity, among foreigners and locals alike, is due to its warm and mild climate, its beaches, its unique natural landscapes such as the Lagunas de La Mata and for promoting a relaxed lifestyle with the sea as the main protagonist. It is also a lively and cosmopolitan city that offers a wide variety of activities and services to enjoy and live all year round. In this post we present the best areas to live in Torrevieja.
Playa del Cura Beach
Playa del Cura is one of the most popular beaches in Torrevieja and is located in the centre of the city. It is a very lively area with plenty of bars, restaurants and shops nearby. It is ideal for those looking to be close to the action and fun, which is why it is so popular with young people.
In addition, the wide range of water sports on offer will delight the more energetic. Kayaking, paddle surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing… You name it! It is also an ideal place to enjoy sport fishing or simply to relax and enjoy the sun and the sea. In short, Playa del Cura is an ideal place for those looking to live close to the city centre and enjoy all the amenities it has to offer.

Los Balcones
Los Balcones is a quiet area situated to the south of Torrevieja, about 5 kilometres from the city centre. It is surrounded by villas and chalets, which makes it an ideal residential area for those looking for peace and privacy. It also has green areas that will make it easy for you to connect with nature and the environment, and a large number of services nearby, such as shops, supermarkets, medical centre and several schools.
One of the main advantages of living in Los Balcones is its proximity to the beaches of the area, such as La Zenia Beach and Punta Prima Beach, which are just a few minutes’ drive away. It is also close to the Villamartin Golf Course and Las Ramblas Golf Course.
La Mata
La Mata is a small town situated to the north of Torrevieja. It is a quiet area and has a large number of parks and green spaces, ideal for those looking for a natural and relaxing environment.
It is famous for its natural dunes and its beach, one of the longest and widest in the area. La Mata beach is a beach of fine sand and crystal clear waters, with a length of more than 2 kilometres and a width of about 40 metres.

La Zenia
La Zenia is a residential area situated to the south of Torrevieja. It is one of the most exclusive areas of this part of the Costa Blanca, and is characterised by its large and luxurious villas and chalets. Its beaches are very popular and visited, and are very comfortable for the whole family thanks to the facilities they offer (showers, umbrellas, sunbeds and lifeguard services).
It is also close to golf courses and has one of the best shopping centres in the area: Zenia Boulevard, with brand name shops, restaurants, bars and cinemas.

Aguas Nuevas
Aguas Nuevas is a residential area situated to the east of Torrevieja. It is a quiet area with a large number of villas and chalets. It also has a large number of services nearby, such as shops, supermarkets and restaurants.
It is often chosen by families with children, as the area has schools and a lively and young atmosphere, also thanks to the Torrevieja Aromatic Park, a 70,000 square metre space full of species such as thyme, lavender and orange blossom, and prepared for visitors to go cycling, take relaxing walks or enjoy a picnic day.
Where is the best area to live in Torrevieja?
As you can see, this depends on your preferences and lifestyle. Torrevieja offers very varied areas, with different characteristics and benefits. The best thing to do is to visit each area and see which one best suits what you are looking for and what you need.
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