Cabo Roig is one of the districts of the Orihuela Costa area, located on the Costa Blanca in the province of Alicante. It is situated about 10 km south of Torrevieja, 24 km from San Javier International Airport (Murcia) and 52 km from another major airport – Alicante.
This is a real pearl of the Mediterranean, which attracts with alluring beauty of its cleanest beaches, snow-white villas, sound infrastructure and wonderful climate all year round at first sight.
Cabo Roig: history
If you look at the map, you will see that the area of Cabo Roig forms a kind of ledge in the sea, bordering with the area of La Zenia in the north, and with Campoamor – in the south.
The area of Cabo Roig was formed around a stone watchtower of the 16th century, aims to warn inhabitants of pirate raids, which were not uncommon in those days. Since 1949 this tower has been classified as an architectural monument. Now it has been restored as a part of a restaurant complex, pleasing its visitors with amazing views of the turquoise sea and luxury yachts moored in nearby bays.
Climate and weather in Cabo Roig
The weather in Cabo Roig has got all advantages of a mild Mediterranean climate: at least 28 sunny days in each summer month with an average temperature of 30-33°C, a comfortable snowless winter with an average temperature of 17°C and rainfall throughout the year is rarely in place.
Thank to the presence of large salt lagoons in the vicinity, the air in Cabo Roig is incredible pure and full of useful minerals. This area draws pensioners and those who suffer from various chronic diseases. There are many clinics nearby that specialize in the treatment of cardiovascular and skin diseases, as well as rheumatism.
There are offered massage and spa treatments with curative mud and minerals, for example at the Cabo Roig Massage Clinic & Aesthetics (Calle del Mar 39, 03189 Cabo Roig).
Attractions and beaches of Cabo Roig
The main sights of Cabo Roig primarily are its amazing beaches, awarded the prestigious Blue flag for cleanliness and well-maintainence.
The white beach of Cabo Roig (Playa de Cabo Roig) is the largest, with 420 meters length and 18 width. It can be reached by a convenient stairway and descent.
The beach is equipped with a lifeguard stand, access for persons with disabilities and first-aid station. The sea here is calm, swimming with children is a real pleasure! There are many cafes and bars nearby, which offer light meals: traditional tapas, pizza, sandwiches, salads and soft drinks.
Playa de Cabo Roig on the map:
The Cabo Roig Marina includes 207 berths for pleasure yachts, has a crane with load-bearing capacities of 3 tons, and provides seasonal maintenance and repair of water transport. There is a water sports school in the port, offering windsurfing, water skiing, diving and just to take trips by a pleasure boat.
If you are interested in renting equipment for scuba diving, it will cost 60 € for 1 hour, boat rental is from 200 € for 4 hours by a company consisting of up to 6 persons, you can rent a larger vessel too. But remember, if you are going to operate the ship yourself, you must present an appropriate license.
El Puerto Deportivo MARINA CABO ROIG on the map
If you are more interested in water skiing, jet skiing, banana riding or would like to take a sightseeing tour along the picturesque coast, you should go to Stella Maris. Also it has its own cozy cafe: be sure to try their specialty – Angus Burger and enjoy the views of the bay with a refreshing cocktail.
If you want to go somewhere with a calmer atmosphere and a little less public, visit one of the small beaches – Cala Capitán, which is nevertheless well equipped and especially suitable for families.
It will be unforgettable for lovers of walks to make the promenade, snaking around the entire cape Cabo Roig and giving wonderful sea views, fresh breezes and along a well-maintained path.
The promenade of Cabo Roig on the map
Read about the beaches of Orihuela Costa here, and about the best beaches of the Costa Blanca here.
Real estate in Cabo Roig
Cabo Roig is a prestigious, respectable area for living and recreation. Real estate here is mostly represented by a class lux – palatial villas, spacious houses and comfortable apartments located in closed urbanizations with a rich domestic infrastructure – swimming pools, gardens, pergola, garages, etc.
According to the web-site idealista for December 2019, the average cost of property here is 3310 €/m2, which satisfies the class premium. The price of apartments starts from 98 000 €, but it will be an apartment of 75 m2, with excellent renovation and two bedrooms, 500 m from the beach.
The cost of a three-room apartment is from 112 000 €, a chalet of 93 m2 can be purchased from 82 000 €, three bedrooms. Purchasing of a detached house will cost from 370 000€, for this price you will get 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a balcony, a terrace, a pool, a garden and the proximity of the beach – just 300 m.
Of course, real estate in Cabo Roig is not cheap, but the whole area simply represents well-being, luxury and comfort: first-class housing, sound infrastructure, enchanting landscapes and a healthy climate. That’s why it is chosen by wealthy residents of the European Union for permanent residence and investments.
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