Pilar de la Horadada between Coast, Nature and History

Culture Between Church, Museum and Festival Traditions

If you would like to get to know Pilar de la Horadada through its history, several specific places lead into different eras. The Iglesia Parroquial Nuestra Señora del Pilar has an altarpiece behind the main altar. The Museo Arqueológico - Etnológico Gratiniano Baches presents a collection of Roman finds; Pilar de la Horadada was also located along the Vía Augusta. The Romería de San Isidro in Pilar de la Horadada honours San Isidro, the patron saint of farmers, and is accompanied by residents, carriages, riders, pilgrims and local authorities.

Nature and Coast for Different Day Plans

Pilar de la Horadada also offers clear points of interest for days combining nature observation and the beach. The Paraje Natural del Río Seco is a family-friendly hiking area where visitors can observe flora and fauna. Playa de Higuericas has a dune that is undergoing a regeneration process. When planning a day outdoors, this regeneration process can be considered a separate natural feature alongside the hike. The beach also has a children's area. The combination of activity, nature and a beach area for children therefore offers different options for your planning.

Beach Moments in Mil Palmeras

Mil Palmeras beach in Pilar de la Horadada is one of the most accessible beaches for people with reduced mobility. Small boats can be rented there. In summer, an arts and crafts market takes place in the evening on the promenade next to Mil Palmeras beach and may continue until after midnight. The possibility that the summer market may last until after midnight extends the timeframe for an evening at the beach.

Destinations in the Nearby and Wider Area

Further destinations are located in the region around Pilar de la Horadada. The Museo Municipal de San Pedro del Pinatar is in the vicinity of Pilar de la Horadada. Playa de las Villas and Playa Jesuitas are also nearby. The Museo de San Javier is located in the area around Pilar de la Horadada; Los Lorcas and La Puntica are also in the surrounding area. The Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Pilar is likewise located near Pilar de la Horadada. Further afield in the region is the Submarino S-61 - Museos Flotantes. For a stay involving changing interests, the range therefore extends from museums and religious sites to beaches and a destination in the wider regional area. The selection can be weighted according to your daily rhythm and interests.

Also discover Torre Da La Horadada, El Pinar De Campoverde and Mil Palmeras.

For the overarching travel overview: Alicante.

More Travel Destinations

More places under the same destination:

Penella, Bigastro, La Xara, Guadalest, Onil.