Pilar de la Horadada is the southernmost town of the Costa Blanca, located on the border with the Costa Calida coast in the Region of Murcia. Pilar de la Horadada is administratively divided into three parts: the agricultural suburb of Pinar de Campoverde, the old town, located at a certain remove from the sea, and the coastal area – a narrow strip stretching along the sea itself. With regard to the latter, extensive building activities are taking place nowdays in response to the steadily growing demand for resort housing.
The warm Mediterranean climate, little precipitation, a long beach season and a well-warming up sea make Pilar de la Horadada very attractive both for recreation and for permanent residence
Transport Linkages of Pilar de la Horadada
Pilar de la Horadada is very conveniently located and has good transport links. The International Murcia-Corvera Airport is 40 km away, El Altet Airport (Alicante) is 60 km away. The nearest train station is Balsicas – Mar Menor, 20 km away.
There are also convenient exits to the AP-7 highway and the N-332 highway towards Alicante or Cartagena. Bus routes connect Pilar de la Horadada with all major neighboring cities. And, finally, there is a marina for yachts and boats in the town.
A Brief Overview of Pilar de la Horadada
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There is no historical center as such in Pilar de la Horadada, because initially the municipality was formed as a consolidation of separate small settlements. The municipality was named for the Holy Virgin Pilar, the patroness of the town. And one of the coastal areas was named for the ancient watchtower (1591 year of construction) – Torre del Pilar, which protected the town from pirate raids in the Middle Ages and was part of the network of watchtowers of the King Philip II.
However, it is worth noting that this costal area of Alicante has been inhabited since ancient times: during the Roman Empire, Pilar de la Horadada (called Thiar in those early years) served as a transshipment point of the August Road – the longest way connecting ancient Cadiz and Girona, as well as all other major cities of the coast. Remains of an ancient Roman settlement that date back to the II century BC have been found in the El Mojon area.
As for centuries, today the economic mainstay of the municipality is agriculture. It is followed by a strongly growing tourism and construction sector. The demand for housing in modern urbanizations near the sea and the beach is continually increasing. The main buyers are the Spaniards themselves, as well as Europeans who are going to move to a quiet and peaceful place in retirement. According to the data of the municipality, about 45% of the registered residents are foreigners.
The Beaches of Pilar de la Horadada
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The hallmark of Pilar de la Horadada is its beautiful promenade and a five-kilometer line of sandy beaches and secluded rocky coves.
There are 11 beaches in the municipality: Playa el Mojón, Playa las Higuericas, Playa las Villas, Playa el Puerto, Playa el Conde, Playa los Jesuitas, Playa Rocamar, Playa del Río, Playa Mil Palmeras, Playa Vistamar and Cala del Rincón. All of them are well-equipped, lifeguards are on duty at the largest ones in the high season, and emergency points also operate here.
Pilar de la Horadada is ideal for families with children, thanks to its gradual gentle descent to the sea.
There are numerous bars and restaurants, sports equipment and sun loungers rental centers near the beaches. Municipal services closely follow cleanliness, so the beaches receive annually the highest mark of cleanliness and quality – the Blue Flag. Youth festivals and concerts are often held on the beaches of Las Villas and Las Higuericas.
Pilar de la Horadada: Nature, Sports and Leisure
Beach holidays are not the only thing that attracts tourists to Pilar de la Horadada. The municipality has concentrated its focus on the development of cycling and paved more than 30 km of bike lanes. The main routes can be found on the website of the City Tourist Office.
On this same site, two interesting hiking trails along the Seco riverbed and around the Pinar de Campoverde area are published. And golf lovers will definitely be interested in the Lo Romero Golf club with its 18-hole course.
Also in the north-western part of the municipality, there is the protected area – Paisaje Protegido Sierra Escalona, where two rivers begin – Río Nacimiento and Río Seco.
Real Estate in Pilar de la Horadada
Pilar de la Horadada has been actively built up over the past decades, and today any property can be found here, both the new and resale properties, at very attractive prices.
Pinar de Campoverde is the greenest area of Pilar de la Horadada
The agricultural suburb, a remote location off the sea is Pinar de Campoverde. The average cost per square meter of housing here was 1,877 €, as for April 2022.
The most popular types of property are adjacent and detached cottages. This area is most often chosen for permanent residence. It is very green, quiet and sparsely populated – ideal for a leisurely measured life.
Zona Pueblo – the main part of the city of Pilar de la Horadada
The main part of the town – Zona Pueblo that is located 3 km from the sea. Housing prices here are a little less than previous ones – 1,964 €/m2. In addition to individual detached houses, there are apartments, bungalows and townhouses for sale.
Currently, two new residential complexes are under construction in this area. This is a good possibility to purchase apartments with 2 or 3 bedrooms directly from the developer, as well as townhouses with 3 bedrooms.
Mil Palmeras, Pueblo Latino, Torre de la Horadada and El Mojón are the coastal areas of Pilar de la Horadada
Four large urbanizations stretch along the sea from north to south: Mil Palmeras, Pueblo Latino, Torre de la Horadada and El Mojón, attracting buyers from all over Europe. In addition to residential complexes, there are many hotels and apart-hotels, and along the sea, there are numerous restaurants, bars and summer cafes.
Mil Palmeras is the northernmost district of the municipality, bordering Orihuela Costa. The average cost per square meter of housing on the secondary market was 2,352 €. Especially popular are modern residential complexes and houses with sea views.
Pueblo Latino is a popular area with mostly low-rise buildings. Property here costs 2,273 €/m2.
Torre de la Horadada is the most densely populated urbanization. Housing here is an average of 2,129 €/m2. Almost everything can be bought in this area – from affordable apartments to luxurious villas. There are several residential complexes that have recently been fully completed and brought into operation, as well as a new complex with magnificent views on the sea front.
El Mojón is the southernmost urbanization, bordering the municipality of San Pedro del Pinatar. This is the most expensive and prestigious area of Pilar de la Horadada, where the cost of housing is valued at 2,909 €/m2. There are few apartments here, and all properties are represented by townhouses, cottages and villas. Great options can be found on the sea front. Furthermore, a new residential complex is under construction now, there you can buy not only townhouses, but also modern apartments with new excellent layouts.
