Guardamar del Segura Travel Guide
Guardamar del Segura is a lovely oasis of sand dunes, forests and beaches.
It's a beautiful spot for a vacation retreat, whether you are hoping for
peace and quiet or time spent on the waters. Guardamar del Segura sits at the
mouth of the river Segura in the Costa Blanca region of Spain.
If you are planning a visit to Guardamar del Segura, you will find travel convenient
through nearby Alicante Airport. The airport has all the necessary tourist services,
including car rentals to make your journey from Alicante to Guardamar del Segura.
While buses are available from the airport, train service is not. Travel into
the Costa Blanca region is also possible by car.
Visitors to the area will find a wide range of water sports in the marina at
Guardamar del Segura. Jet skiing, sailing, windsurfing, scuba diving and more
are available in the waters at the mouth of the river. The harbour is home to
nearly 500 moorings.
You will find that the sandy beaches of Guardamar del Segura are not only popular
for recreation, but also for sand artistry. Take the time to look at the work
of local sand artisans, and perhaps try your hand at creating your own. Of course,
the fine sandy beaches of the Costa Blanca are also ideal for good old fashioned
relaxing in the sun. The beaches of Guardamar del Segura are perhaps some of
the cleanest and best cared for in Spain, and the fifteen kilometer expanse
of beach is large enough to allow for a pleasant experience, even during the
busiest times of year.
Boating, both for fishing and recreational, is popular. A highly navigable
two kilometer stretch of river designed for boating offers easy and safe boating
access to those interested in trying their hand independently. Canoeing is also
a popular activity, and you'll find helpful local rental services in the
marina if you would like to try boating in the waters of the mouth of the Segura.
Extensive sports facilities are available in Guardamar del Segura. Municipal
authorities operate centers offering soccer fields, basketball and tennis courts
and Olympic size swimming pools. The Marinas de las Dunas at the mouth of the
river is also operated by the city of Guardamar del Segura.
The sandy landscape is well suited to camels, and quickly brings to mind Spain's
Moorish history. You might enjoy exploring the area from the back of a camel
on your stay in Guardamar del Segura. Visitors will also enjoy Guardamar del
Segura's lovely parks complete with lakes, waterfalls and wildlife, for
picnics, birdwatching, and general recreation. Waterfowl are frequently seen,
and the parks are home to many varieties.
You will find many fine restaurants in the area. As with the entire Costa Blanca
region of Spain, Guardamar del Segura is particularly known for fine rice and
prawn dishes. As with the entire region, you'll find excellent fresh seafood
widely available.
If you have rented a car for your stay, you may also enjoy exploring the entire
Costa Blanca region. Local towns are known for such diverse traits as salt production
in Torrevieja and chocolate production in Benidorm. Cities in the Costa Blanca
region also offer thriving nightlife, amusement parks and more. The coastal
drive through the area is quite beautiful as well.
Make Guardamar del Segura your home away from home for a short visit or a longer
stay. You will surely find it both warm and welcoming. Take advantage of beautiful
beaches, great water sport opportunities, and time in the sun. Enjoy the beauty
of the dunes, the parks, and the waters of Guardamar del Segura, whether you
prefer a quiet day on the beach or an active one on the water.
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