Moraira: Coast, Coves and Mediterranean Landscapes
Accommodation in Moraira
Moraira’s approximately eight-kilometre-long coastline stretches around a traditional fishing harbour. Pine trees and vineyards characterise the Mediterranean landscape. Near L’Ampolla lies the Marjal del Senillar, close to Moraira’s town centre. The coastal wetland has been declared a wildlife protection area. In Moraira, coast, nature, history and water sports stand alongside one another as distinct themes. For trip planning, you can consider these focuses separately and set your own priorities between culture, coast and activities on the water.
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When choosing a holiday apartment in Moraira, you can compare travel dates, room categories and cancellation conditions. The choice of location can be based on your desired priorities without prescribing a fixed itinerary. The selection remains guided by your own plans and the activities you want to enjoy.
Coast and Nature
The Cap d’Or peninsula protects El Portet beach. El Portet is a semi-urban beach approximately 300 metres long and 10 metres wide. El Portet has an access channel for small boats. There are also parking spaces and kayaks at El Portet. Hiking trails lead from El Portet to the Torre del Cap d’Or watchtower and the flora micro-reserve of the same name. Restaurants at El Portet serve fideuà and rice dishes with fish.
Les Platgetes consists of two small coves with clear water and alternating sandy and rocky areas. Les Platgetes has a promenade with a viewpoint, a garden area and parking spaces. A small, secluded rocky cove is lined exclusively with fishermen’s huts.
History and Watchtowers
The Castillo de Moraira was built in the 18th century to protect the coast from attacks by pirates and Barbary corsairs. The castle houses a permanent exhibition about the watchtowers during the time of Felipe II. It is complemented by a multilingual audiovisual presentation about the sea and piracy.
The Torre del Cap d’Or watchtower was built in the 16th century at the behest of Felipe II and was part of Moraira’s coastal surveillance system.
Hiking Routes
The SL-CV 51 route to the Torre del Cap d’Or watchtower is approximately 1.5 kilometres long and takes about one hour for the outward and return journey. The SL-V 51 route begins near the Portet de Moraira and leads directly to the Torre del Cap d’Or watchtower. Moraira has signposted hiking routes, including the route over Cap d’Or, which offers views of the bay. Different route lengths and the stated duration help you compare hiking options when planning your own trip.
The combination of marked trails, historical sites and water activities offers different priorities for your personal trip planning.
Water and Harbour
The Mediterranean waters of Moraira are suitable for sailing and scuba diving during much of the year. Moraira’s Nautical Club operates a recognised sailing and rowing school with courses for beginners and further training in dinghy sailing. The Nautical Club also has a diving centre.
For the overarching travel overview: Teulada.
