Municipality Torrevieja

The city of Torrevieja lies about 50 km south west of city of Alicante (Valencian community). The city get's its name from an old tower (old=vieja ; tower=torre), was first mentioned around 1800. It became famous in 1802, when it took over the salt administration from Orihuela.

Apart of traditional holiday tourist during summer, Torrevieja has huge british and irish community similar to Benidorm. The city is full with pubs and restaurants, both spanish and european style. The harbor is surrounded by many hotels and gives home to 300 fishing ships and over 900 private sport boats. There is a wonderful view especially when sun sets.

The entire area around Torrevieja and Orihuela is famous for their salt production. Huge salt lakes surround the road down from Alicante. The salt industry, tourism and fishing keep the city alive.