Torre de la Horadada: the fishing village that won Europeans over

Torre de la Horadada retains something many Costa Blanca areas have lost through tourist growth: the character of a fishing village, with its marina, its 16th-century watchtower and an atmosphere that blends local tradition with an international community established for decades. Bennecke has been managing transactions here since 1988, and this guide explains why this town keeps attracting buyers from across Europe.

What makes Torre de la Horadada unique

Unlike developments built from scratch for tourism, Torre de la Horadada grew around a real fishing core, giving it a distinct character: streets with more history, an active marina and a weekly market that still functions as the town's social hub.

• A marina with over 700 moorings, a social and leisure landmark for residents.
• The 16th-century watchtower that gives the town its name and remains its most recognisable symbol.
• A weekly market that draws both residents and visitors from nearby areas.
• An administrative border between Alicante and Murcia, giving it privileged access to services from both provinces.

Who lives in Torre de la Horadada

The international community here has been established longer than in more recently developed areas, resulting in an already consolidated social fabric.

1. Long-term British and Belgian residents, many settled for more than 15-20 years.
2. Spanish second-home owners, especially from Murcia, given the geographical proximity.
3. New buyers from Northern Europe drawn by the authentic atmosphere compared to more crowded areas.

What Torre de la Horadada offers in terms of services

The town has a more complete range of services than its size suggests, thanks to the combination of a stable resident population and summer tourist influx.

• Varied local shops: bakeries, fishmongers and neighbourhood stores alongside chain supermarkets.
• A wide range of restaurants, from beach bars to restaurants specialising in fresh fish from the port.
• A public school and accessibility to international schools in Campoamor and surroundings within 15 minutes.
• Its own health centre, reducing the need to travel to Torrevieja for basic medical care.

The type of property you'll find

Supply combines traditional buildings in the town centre with more modern developments on the outskirts, creating a market with very varied options.

Next step

If you're interested in Torre de la Horadada, whether to buy your first property on the coast or sell the one you already own, Bennecke has known this town in depth since 1988. Write to us at info@bennecke.com or call +34 965 714 362.