21 Things to see and do in Guardamar del Segura

1. Start with a guided tour

If this is your first time in Guardamar, you will like to discover the main attractions of the town through a pleasant and interesting two-hour guided tour. One of the best rated in the province!

2. Dunes and Pinada

The history of Guardamar is linked to that of its Pinada, which was the one that managed to save the population from being swallowed by the advance of the dunes. Between 1900 and 1930, 800 hectares were reforested with pine trees and other plant species, thus slowing the advance of the sand. La Pinada is also known as Alfonso XIII Park: a recreational area where you can enjoy nature while practicing sports or simply strolling.

Nursery and Forest House

The “Vivero Viejo” (Old Nursery), which dates back to 1901, is preserved inside La Pinada. This is where the plantations of stone pines, cypresses and other trees were planted. Next to the nursery is the Casa del Forestal, the person in charge of watching over La Pinada.

4. Caliphate Rabita

On your walk through La Pinada, take the opportunity to visit the archaeological site of the Rábita Califal, a monastery from the Islamic period. Next to the Rábita is La Fonteta, another even older site: nothing more and nothing less than an ancient Phoenician port city (currently not open to visitors due to restoration work).

5. Archaeological Museum

Did you know that in 1987 the Dama de Guardamar was found in a site near the town? This is one of the many surprises that the cultural heritage of Guardamar has in store for you, undoubtedly one of the most interesting places to visit. The entrance to the MAG – Archaeological Museum of Guardamar costs only 1 €. Of course, if you want to see the original of his Lady you will have to go to the MARQ in Alicante city.

6. Mouth of the Segura River

At the end of the Pinada y las Dunas you will reach the mouth of the Segura River, a key point in the history of Guardamar: think that the dunes and its 11 kilometers of beaches were formed thanks to the sediments transported by the river over millennia.

You can stroll around the marina at the mouth of the river and recharge your batteries at the Club Nautico Restaurant. You can also practice water sports, such as windsurfing, or rent a boat. And if you like fishing, this is a good place to practice it.

7. Fish Auction

Monday to Friday, at 10:00 am. In the morning, the auction of fresh fish is held at the fish market of Guardamar, located in the marina and fishing port of the Gola del Segura (the mouth of the Segura). Besides being the star product of the population, it is an indissoluble part of its history and traditions.

8. Naturist beach of Tossals

Located north of the mouth of the Segura, this naturist beach is almost 2 kilometers long and borders La Marina, a small hamlet of Elche. Access to Els Tossals is from the N-332 and you can park here.

9. Iron Bridge

On the way back to the village, it is worth visiting the Pont de Ferro (Iron Bridge), which was inaugurated in 1929 and over which the N-332 used to run. Here is the location. Near the bridge, take the opportunity to visit the Monumento Homenaje a la Aviación Española (location), as well as the Compuertas y Canal de la Compañía de Riegos de Levante (location).

10. Babylon Beach

On your way back to the city center, I recommend you to pass by Babilonia Beach and learn about its sad history. This beach has been suffering a terrible regression for years and the old houses on the shore are doomed to be devoured by the sea if something is not done to remedy it. Next to the beach you will find several restaurants where you can taste the traditional fresh fish and seafood of Guardamar.

11. Queen Sofia Park

Climb from Platja de Babilònia to the Reina Sofia Park, where you can find everything from peacocks to squirrels, as well as ponds with aquatic fauna connected by bridges and wooden walkways. If you come with children it is a must visit.