Sep 10, 2025
When we think of Torrevieja and the Costa Blanca, the first thing that usually comes to mind is summer: scorching sun, crowded beaches and bustling resorts. But those who arrive here in autumn or winter discover a very different world: peaceful, bright and surprisingly rich in experiences.
Mild climate and sea without crowds
In autumn, the air temperature remains pleasant, and in winter it rarely drops below +12 °C. The sun shines most days, and the sea, although cooler, is still inviting for walks along the promenade. The beaches become spacious and quiet, allowing you to enjoy nature without the usual summer hustle and bustle..
Festivals and celebrations
At this time of year, the regional calendar is filled with cultural events:
In October, Torrevieja hosts autumn celebrations and charity festivals with music and gastronomy.
In November and December, small villages in the Valencian Community hold rural fairs and traditional food festivals. For example, the Esperiega Apple Fair in Rincón de Ademuz.
In winter, Ibi comes alive with the Winter Festivities, featuring colourful parades, dances and fun battles with flour and eggs.
And the Christmas parades and celebrations in Alicante, Valencia and Torrevieja itself turn the streets into a real fairy tale.
Nature and outdoor activities
Autumn and winter are ideal for walking in the countryside. The salt lagoons of La Mata and Torrevieja are particularly picturesque at this time of year, when flocks of flamingos and migratory birds gather there. In the mountains of the Costa Blanca, it is a pleasure to walk along the trails, enjoy the golden colours of the leaves, collect chestnuts or visit small villages where life passes by at a leisurely, traditional pace..
History enthusiasts can visit ancient towers such as the Torre del Moro in Torrevieja or the Torre Cabo Roig in Orihuela Costa, as well as take a trip to Guadalest. in Orihuela Costa, as well as take a trip to Guadalest, one of the most picturesque mountain villages in Spain, with its castle and spectacular viewpoints.
Culture and gastronomy
The cold months are the best time for museums. Torrevieja is home to the Museum of the Sea and Salt, which tells the story of fishing and salt flats. Theatres and auditoriums come alive in the region's cities: premieres, exhibitions, chamber music.
Autumn and winter cuisine is a special treat. Local restaurants serve caldero, a hearty rice and fish dish, and prices are significantly lower than in summer.
Family leisure
For children, the autumn and winter seasons are also open. In Torrevieja, there is the Parque de las Naciones, a large space with play areas. Cafés and shopping centres have children's areas and entertainment corners. And walks along the seafront promenade or feeding the ducks in the parks become simple but joyful activities.
A time for quiet discoveries
Autumn and winter in Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa are times when the region shows its true colours. There is no noise, no heat, no crowds of tourists. Instead, there is gentle sunshine, vibrant culture, colourful festivals, walks in the mountains and by the sea, cosy dinners and the opportunity to feel not like a tourist, but like a resident of this wonderful land. And perhaps it is precisely during this season that the Costa Blanca truly reveals itself.
Festivities in Torrevieja in autumn and winter
9 October — Valencian Community Day (public holiday)
12 October — Spanish National Day (public holiday)
1 November — All Saints' Day (costume parties)
6 December— Constitution Day (public holiday)
8 December — Immaculate Conception (public holiday)
25 December — Christmas (25 and 26 public holidays, markets, parades)
1 January— New Year (fireworks, street markets)