It is fascinating to see this kind of sea which looks like a little lake when you stand on the La Manga strip and look inwards. The entire Mar Menor is at its deepest spot is only 8 meters deep and maintains a water temperature of 17 Celsius on the average. The Mar Menor area is one of the favourite summer vacation spots for locals living in Murcia. To most foreigners and especially golfers, it should be known for its three championship La Manga golf courses. This is why the term La Manga is often used synonymously for great golfing in fantastic locations.
The actual entrance of the Manga strip starts at the lighthouse called Cabo de Palos. From here you drive up the whole strip, which made me feel a bit like being on the Torrevieja or Benidorm beaches. However, there are lots of sandy beaches having spots for relax on both sides of the road. Close to the end of the La Manga, which ends at the village of Veneziola, you will find the beautiful yacht club called Tomas Maestre right at the other lighthouse at the Punta del Cocedo.
Around the entire Mar Menor area you will find lots of beaches and villages to explore. From famous beach spots like the Playa Honda close to La Manga to the Playa de los Nietos or the Playa de Palo close to San Javier. To sum it up: The area around the Mar Menor and especially the La Manga strip is definitely worth a visit. If you plan your holiday there you are on the safe side for all sorts of activities and relax. In case you are staying around the area of Torrevieja, Alicante or Murcia , I would definitely advise you to take at least a one day trip to see this impressive natural lagoon for yourself.
