Often overlooked, neighbouring Cala Cerrada is equally special – and perhaps more so, due to the clarity of the Mediterranean waters and the vivid colours you'll find there.

Known locally as Playa Cala Cerrada, this beach in particular has become popular since the opening of Zenia Boulevard shopping centre, which has contributed considerably to the fast-paced growth of the area.

Considerably smaller than her neighbour, Cala Cerrada is a cove-shaped beach that measures 143m at the shoreline. That shape creates perfect conditions for surfing, and it's Orihuela Costa's only dedicated surfing beach.

Pure golden sands stretch from one end to the other, and the cove is flanked on all inland sides by a rocky cliff face that helps protect the beach from riptides and high winds.

But the secret to the beach's crystal clear waters lies just below the surface – a subterranean meadow of flowering plants.

Commonly known as Neptune Grass, the plants clean and oxygenate the water, and add to the unique and vibrant colour.

The ancient seagrass is unique to the Mediterranean Sea and forms large underwater meadows that are a vital component of the local ecosystem.

Estimated to be some 100,000 years old, the Neptune Grass meadows produce free-floating fruit and balls of fibrous material that wash onto the beach throughout the year.

The presence of the plant is an indicator of high water quality and one of the reasons for the beach's Blue Flag accreditation.

Orihuela Town Hall has gone to great lengths to ensure the continued protection of the sea meadows, and keep the beach in a pristine and manicured condition year-round.

Early each morning, teams from the council's Department for Beaches comb Cala Cerrada beach for litter and rake the sands to perfection. Additionally, a lifeguard service provides essential safety during the summer season.

Cala Cerrada beach in La Zenia: one of the Orihuela Costa´s finest beaches

The beach is accessed via a set of steps that lead down to the golden sands, and a ramp offers access for persons of reduced mobility.

Adjacent to the ramp and above the beach, a seasonal Chiringuito beach bar provides light refreshments, a full bar service, and a range of snacks and light bites.

Despite its diminutive size, the beach bar offers a surprisingly full menu that caters for all tastes, including a choice of pizzas, salads, and sandwiches.

Beachfront seating provides an unparalleled panoramic vista over Cala Cerrada beach, and it's a popular beauty spot for budding photographers (and holiday selfies).

The Mediterranean coastal path leads either south toward La Zenia's main beach, or north to neighbouring Playa Flamenca.

You'll find Cala Cerrada northward of Cala Bosque and the Servigroup La Zenia hotel. Click here for a Google Map with directions from your location.

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The local attraction was initially launched by Orihuela Town Hall in association with the established Valencian passenger transport company, Bus Sigüenza. Billed as the “best way to discover Orihuela Costa”, the road train provides a unique travel experience and a practical way of getting around the coastal region.

The Orihuela Costa tourist train operates a road-going locomotive pulling a carriage with covered seating, providing shade and a generous seating capacity.

The service operates a return route starting from Campoamor and servicing points of interest eastward along the Orihuela Costa coastline, running a return service from Playa Flamenca travelling in a westerly direction.

The train in Spain, from Playa Flamenca to Campoamor

The Orihuela Costa tourist train will operate a service throughout July and August. Tickets cost €6 per person and remain valid for an entire day of unlimited travel.

The train, or “Orihuela Tren Turístico”, will operate local transport services along the coastline, offering a super-fun way to see the sights and experience the sounds of the region.

Popular scheduled stops include Playa Flamenca beach (Cala Mosca), Zenia Boulevard shopping centre, La Zenia beach (Cala Bosque), and the beaches of Campoamor (Playa de la Glea).

With a comparatively short travel time of under an hour, the Orihuela Costa tourist train provides a great way to explore the local area even in the height of summer, as the movement of the vehicle provides a cooling Mediterranean Sea breeze even on the stillest of days.

Scheduled services from Campoamor depart at 11:00, 13:00, 16:00 and 18:00 each day from Monday to Friday.

Orihuela Costa tourist train returns for summer 2026

Return services from Playa Flamenca depart at 12:00, 14:00, 17:00 and 19:00 each day from Monday to Friday. The service finishes the season on Friday 29th August.

The tourist train connects the urbanisations of La Regia, Cabo Roig and La Zenia, which allows visitors and tourists to visit the beaches of Cala Bosque, Cala Mosca and Playa de la Glea.

It's a fun way for everyone – both residents and tourists – to get around together with the possibility of getting to know the local area and facilitates improved mobility for people of all ages.

The travel experience is expected to prove exceptionally popular during the summer, and visitors can find out more from the official Orihuela Tren Turístico Facebook page. Alternatively, get in touch with the tourist office in Playa Flamenca for more information, or call +34 966 366 064.

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Our latest 2026 issue is bigger than ever, with 100 full-colour pages packed full of local news, knowledge, entertainment, and the attractions you love.

We highlight the sheer natural beauty of Orihuela Costa's magnificent beaches, offering a detailed look at each one, the facilities, and providing handy tips for parking and access.

If you're looking for something to do away from the coastal hustle, take a look at the restaurants with pools pages that reveal the best family-friendly summer venues this region has to offer.

Special features showcase some of the most popular things to do, including information about local adventure and mini-golf courses, sun-soaked water parks, and adrenaline-fuelled racing go-karts that provide for a fun-packed holiday.

La Zenia Magazine, things to do and where to find them

We visit uber-cool Makai Cafe in La Zenia and Fresco Food to find out what's on the menu this summer, and we take to the beaches for yoga, paddleboard, and silent disco experiences.

And for the first time, we reveal a little taste of what lies outside our region – parts of Spain that might be worth a road trip in the hire car you've probably already paid for.

You'll find all these experiences in the latest edition of La Zenia Magazine, alongside many others. It's the best resource for your visit or holidays on the Orihuela Costa this year.

With a local map, essential contact information whilst you're here, listings of all the street markets, and public transport information, it's your indispensable guide to what's happening on the Orihuela Costa this year.

You can find issue 08 of La Zenia Magazine at any of these fine venues. So whether you're on holiday with family or visiting the area with friends, pop in and pick up your copy today.

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The mammoth National Beach Volleyball Circuit is the official event of the Royal Spanish Volleyball Federation (RFEVB).

Playa Cala Bosque will once again be transformed into one of the South Costa Blanca's most dynamic sporting stages, as the beach hosts a major international sports festival combining elite competition and grassroots participation.

Almost 100 competitors will fight for the championship and a 10,000 € grand cash prize, with participants from the men's and women's categories competing at this stage of the national competition.

Playa Cala Bosque to host two sporting events

The 2026 edition is structured around two headline competitions, each delivering high-performance sport. The main event takes place from Thursday 4th June until Sunday 7th June.

This 3rd stage of the 3-star national beach volleyball tournament represents a key stepping stone within the Spanish volleyball system, with athletes competing in the two previous stages hosted in Madrid and Marbella beforehand.

The following weekend, from Friday 12th June until Sunday 14th June, Orihuela Costa steps up to a global level with the arrival of the ITF Beach Tennis World Tour, hosting an international tournament under the supervision of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and the Royal Spanish Tennis Federation (RFET).

Revolution1920 beach volleyball on La Zenia beach

Both events will feature a central stadium with spectator seating, food trucks, leisure zones, and a hospitality area.

Thousands of residents and tourists alike are expected to attend the tournaments to enjoy the sporting spectacle and to support the native Spanish teams.

The Revolution 1920 tournament will take place on La Zenia's Cala Bosque beach from Thursday 4th June until Sunday 7th June 2026. Tickets are not required for either event, and stands are free for all spectators. For more information, visit the official Facebook page.

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Photo credit: Real Federación Española de Voleibol

La Zenia Beach is exceptionally popular with both locals and holidaymakers. There are actually two beaches to choose from, with the Hotel Servigroup La Zenia separating them.

Known locally as Playa Cala Bosque, this beach, in particular, has become even more popular since the opening of Zenia Boulevard shopping centre, which has contributed to the fast-paced rapid growth of the area.

La Zenia beach offers a total length of around 350 metres and an average width of 60 metres to the shoreline. The beach is 100% pure white golden sand, Blue Flag accredited, and the local town hall keeps the attraction in first-class condition year-round.

La Zenia beach, Playa Cala Bosque

“Cala” is Spanish for “Cove”, and the shape offers plenty of space for sunbathing, replete with a beach bar, a beachball court, and a dedicated children’s play area.

Sunbeds and sunshades are available for hire (17€ for 2 beds and parasols), and during the summer season, beachside water sports are provided, with pedalos for families, and high-powered jet skis for thrill-seeking adrenaline junkies.

La Zenia beach offers access for all, with designated parking spaces for those with limited mobility, ramps and a wooden walkway which is wider than usual to allow easy access for wheelchairs, and a designated toilet and shower. An amphibious bathing chair is also available.

Lifeguards provide vital life-saving assistance during the summer months, but the beach can get extremely busy, and as with any beach, it's important to bathe in the Mediterranean Sea with care and not to exceed a safe depth that you're comfortable with.

Eating out, the Chiringuito and La Mirada

The beach has numerous foot showers and plentiful rubbish bins. During high season, the local council provides first aid facilities and tests the seawater daily to ensure high water quality and check for jellyfish.

La Zenia beach is well equipped, with an iconic Spanish beach bar (a Chiringuito) serving refreshing sangria, cocktails, and full bar service with staple favourites such as burgers and chips, pizzas, salads and ice cream cones or frozen lollies. The beach bar is open every day, all year round.

For those with a larger budget, La Mirada beach restaurant allows you to enjoy traditional Spanish tapas in the sun on a large terrace that overlooks the beach and the Mediterranean Sea.

Of course, there are many bars and restaurants to choose from, all within an easy walk just minutes from the beach. You'll be spoiled for choice with both local and international eateries offering freshly prepared seafood and Spanish cuisine.

La Zenia beach forms part of the stunning Mediterranean coastal path that runs alongside the coastline, with a beautiful promenade that snakes south along the beachfront and leads to Cala Capitan beach in Cabo Roig.

Along the way, there are some truly breathtaking natural views, and you will frequently see surfers and windsurfers in the sea catching some waves at almost any time of year. A wonderful way to enjoy your day and take some amazing photos as you go.

Orihuela Costa town hall does an outstanding job of caring for this beautiful beach, and you can take a live view of La Zenia beach 24-hours a day with the Servigroup La Zenia Hotel webcam.

Looking for holiday ideas and travel inspiration? Find out more about our favourite recommended things to do on the Orihuela Costa or join the La Zenia community Facebook group and find out what's going on in the local area.

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Organised and provided by Hoteles Servigroup, the high-definition camera occupies an elevated position on top of the Servigroup La Zenia hotel. The motorised webcam rotates from north to south, taking in panoramic birds-eye views of Cala Bosque and Cala Cerrada beaches.

Broadcasting 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, the La Zenia beach webcam has become one of the most popular online resources for residents and visitors to Orihuela Costa.

The webcam offers commanding views of the local beachfront area, the prevailing weather conditions, and beautiful vistas across the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

Live from Orihuela Costa, La Zenia beach webcam feed

The photos on this page were captured from the Servigroup La Zenia beach webcam and illustrate the intricate details the camera is capable of streaming.

The views extend across Playa Flamenca and northward towards Punta Prima (with the city of Torrevieja just visible in the distance), and south towards Cala Capitán and the Cabo Roig outcrop further down the coast.

View the live feed now on the Servigroup La Zenia hotel website. The webcam displays video on all devices and browsers including smartphones, tablets, and desktop devices.

For the most impressive experience, click on the small icon to the bottom right of the streaming video window to maximise the full-screen display. The webcam features night vision for stunning views even after sunset.

For best results on mobile and smartphones, simply tap the small icon on the bottom right of the video window to maximise the video into full-screen mode, and rotate your device onto its side for a panoramic live experience.

Streaming summer in Spain, live to your mobile device

The Servigroup La Zenia hotel is Orihuela Costa's premier hotel, offering 220 rooms across 9-storeys with a choice of beautifully appointed suites, many boasting unobstructed panoramic Mediterranean Sea and beach views.

The venue provides a full suite of luxury facilities including a wellness centre with a swimming pool, an events room, and a bar-lounge with a terrace and an unbeatable view of the surrounding sea,

The hotel is open for the 2026 season now, with special prices for advanced online bookings. Click here to enquire about your stay or to make a reservation.

Looking for the Servigroup La Zenia Hotel email address? Simply send your email to lazenia@servigroup.es for attention, or to make or change your booking. Alternatively, you can call +34 966 760 200 or tap here to send a WhatsApp directly to the hotel.

Never miss a beautiful sunrise again, view the La Zenia beach webcam on the Servigroup La Zenia hotel website now.

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Photo credit: Servigroup Travel S.L.

Established in 2003, this local company has built a strong reputation as one of the most experienced and trusted estate agents in Orihuela Costa, representing the interests of hundreds of clients over the years.

With properties in popular locations such as La Zenia, Playa Flamenca, Cabo Roig, Punta Prima, Campoamor, and Villamartin, the estate agency maintains a portfolio of around 1,000 new build and resale homes in the South Costa Blanca region.

But unlike high-volume agencies or exclusively online companies, Inmo Investments combines a family-run, client-focused approach with in-depth knowledge of local property trends, pricing strategy, and evolving buyer demand.

A local estate agent with established offices in La Zenia

With its centrally located office in La Zenia and a strong presence across Orihuela Costa, Inmo Investments positions itself as a leading choice for property owners seeking a secure, professionally managed and results-driven sale in the competitive Costa Blanca market.

Sellers benefit from a full-service sales process that includes accurate property valuations, professional marketing, international buyer reach, legal coordination, and comprehensive after-sales assistance.

Supporting this global approach is one of the company's greatest strengths: its multilingual team. Inmo Investments is uniquely positioned to work with an international client base, thanks to its native-speaking staff members who are fluent in Spanish, English, German, Dutch, Swedish, and French.

This means buyers and sellers can communicate clearly and confidently in their own language, removing barriers and creating a smoother, more reassuring transaction from the very first point of contact.

A proven track record in Costa Blanca real estate

Just last year, the team represented the interests of buyers from 21 different nationalities, including house hunters from Ukraine, Lithuania, Czechia, Norway, and Switzerland, in addition to domestic Spanish buyers.

For property owners looking to sell in Orihuela Costa, this international capability is a major competitive advantage, and Inmo Investments is not limited to one market or a single nationality of buyer. The company actively attracts purchasers from the UK and mainland Europe, while also expanding its reach into new and emerging global buyer segments.

By blending their market experience with a multilingual service and global buyer outreach, this unique local team provides vendors with a truly modern, results-driven estate agency experience, ensuring every property is marketed professionally, internationally, and with the highest level of support.

Furthermore, as a registered real estate agent in the Valencian Community, the company offers vendors additional peace of mind, regulatory compliance, an insured service, and total transparency.

Inmo Investments, a local company that speaks your language

Property owners considering selling in today's market can benefit from the estate agency's combination of local knowledge, extensive marketing reach, and a comprehensive service.

Whether you are selling a modest holiday apartment, an investment property, or an opulent luxury villa, Inmo Investments provides the tools, support and experience needed to secure a fast, smooth, and profitable sale – without the stress.

If you're thinking about selling your property, you can request your no-obligation property valuation online 24 hours a day by tapping here, send a WhatsApp to +34 667 319 713, or just call Shelley on +34 966 919 917. She will be happy to book a valuation appointment at a time that's convenient for you.

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Photo credit: Inmo Investments Real Estate S.L.

The charitable function has been an integral part of Zenia Boulevard's social calendar since 2022, and the event returns to the heart of Orihuela Costa this coming Wednesday 4th February, from 12:00 midday.

Organised in conjunction with Orihuela Costa Pink Ladies & Panthers, World Cancer Day aims to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.

It's a global campaign led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and the World Health Organisation, and the event organisers are hoping to raise funds for Alicante for the Fight Against Cancer (AACC) – a local non-profit organisation that provides comprehensive care for cancer patients and their families.

Raising awareness of cancer in the community

Last year's event raised 1,390 €, including a 500 € contribution from Zenia Boulevard's management team, and the organisers are hoping to raise additional funds for AACC this year.

Wednesday's event at Zenia Boulevard will be hosted by Simon Morton from Sunshine Radio FM with live music performed by local artists. The day starts at 12:00 with the opening of activities presented by The Pink Ladies & Pink Panthers.

A moment of silence will take place at 15:00 in honour of all those who have lost their lives to cancer – a symbolic gesture of unity and respect. Charity performances will take to the centre stage throughout the afternoon.

Workshops and activities for all ages will take place throughout the day, including painting and games, and a charity sale will offer exclusive products for purchase, with all proceeds going towards the fight against cancer.

World Cancer Day at Zenia Boulevard

Visitors can learn more about cancer prevention, access useful information from the association, and participate in a day dedicated to honouring patients, families, and professionals.

The event reflects Zenia Boulevard's strong commitment to the community and to social causes that contribute to collective well-being, and the shopping centre team hope to highlight the importance of early detection, with a central message: “Early detection saves lives, get screened now.”

The charity day is free to attend, non-ticketed, and open to visitors of all ages. Find out more from the official Zenia Boulevard website. Alternatively, visit the Orihuela Costa Pink Ladies & Panthers online to discover more about the vital work they do in the community and future events.

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Photo credit: Orihuela Costa Pink Ladies & Panthers

The group has become a valuable source of local information for visitors to the Orihuela Costa, people who live here, and people who aspire to one day be our neighbours.

Between the La Zenia Facebook page, our Instagram followers, and the La Zenia Community Facebook Group, the online social presence represents the thoughts, interests, questions and opinions of more than 75,000 people and reputable local organisations too numerous to count.

So we thought this might be a good time to introduce some basic Facebook Group rules, so everyone knows how to interact, and we can all maintain the high expectations members hold for the group culture.

Facebook Group Rules Summary

1. Rule number one: always be kind, thoughtful and courteous
2. No hate speech, judgmental comments, harassment or bullying
3. Damaging or misleading information (or “fake news”) is not permitted
4. No promotion of a commercial business or Spam postings
5. No promotion of any other social groups or Facebook pages
6. No properties for sale within the La Zenia group
7. Respect for animals and the prevention of animal cruelty
8. No illegal content, intellectual property, defamatory or adult content

1) Rule number one: always be kind, thoughtful and courteous

We're all in this together to create a welcoming environment so let's treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness, tolerance and understanding are required.

We're all from different backgrounds and countries, and we speak a multitude of languages, so don't be surprised if someone else's opinion doesn't conform to yours. They're entitled to their opinion too.

The group is not exclusively an English or Spanish language group, and you are welcome to converse with other members in the language of your choice. Facebook boasts powerful translation tools that are easy to use on a vast array of devices, so feel free to post in the language you're most comfortable with.

2) No hate speech, judgmental comments, harassment or bullying

We want the Facebook Community Group to be a safe online space for everyone, and we want people to feel comfortable asking questions. Bullying of any kind isn't allowed, and degrading or hurtful comments about race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender, physical appearance, ability or disability, age, or national identity will not be tolerated.

Judgmental comments are unnecessary and have a chilling effect on the group. They hurt people, and make it harder for people to ask questions or reach out to others when they need help. Typically, judgmental comments tend to be off-topic, have no value, suggest that the principles of the post should align with theirs, or relay information that is irrelevant to the spirit of the original post.

Being part of the group requires mutual trust. Posts or comments that breach personal privacy, or identify people without their express consent, either by their name or appearance, are not permitted within the group. Comments that wander off-topic will be deleted.

Posts or comments which include photos of official ID cards, bank cards, NIE/TIE documentation, EHIC/GHIC cards, driving licences, passports, or any other form of financial or government-issued documents are not permitted.

3) Damaging or misleading information (or “fake news”) is not permitted

We make every effort to ensure that factual information in the group is accurate, and fake news, scams, conspiracy theories, misleading content, unsubstantiated speculation, or posts containing incorrect or out-of-date information are not permitted.

Sharing content that includes a dead link, a URL that doesn't resolve, or content that is unavailable, inaccessible, or hidden behind a paywall is not permitted. Posts that are unclear, ambiguous, or incomplete will be deleted.

The group is a social communication platform for people. Automated, computer-generated AI, or artificial content created with a program or application, isn't permitted in the group.

Our Facebook Group rules do not permit the publication of any post or comment that might potentially damage any business. If you have had a bad experience with a local business here in Spain, please speak privately with a representative of that business directly.

4) No promotion of a commercial business or Spam postings

The La Zenia Community Facebook Group is a social group intended to benefit the people who live on the Orihuela Costa, the people who visit our beautiful part of Spain, and the social businesses that we enjoy every day.

As a social group, local bars, restaurants, gyms and fitness centres, social and sports clubs, and other social venues are welcome to promote their business or advertise in the group. After all, the rich and varied choices that social venues bring to the area are a vital ingredient of life here in Spain.

An exception is also made for :

• Local artists and artisans promoting their products (in whatever tangible form that may take).
• Local food businesses offering delivery services.
• Businesses offering local on-location leisure services in Orihuela Costa (for instance, quad-bike tours, adventures, or outdoor experiences).
• Local social events in Orihuela Costa, including charitable events and functions.
• Organisations involved in adult education at a centre or venue in Orihuela Costa.
• People or businesses offering local extracurricular education services for children (such as swimming lessons).

If you would like to promote your local business on our social platforms, we have digital advertising options for commercial enterprises. Follow this link for more information about how we can help you reach more customers locally.

5) No promotion of any other Facebook groups

We love to hear your personal recommendations of other local businesses, so if you've got something nice to say about a restaurant, a hairdresser, or even your gardener or plumber, let everyone know about it. Just not your accountant, lawyer, or estate agent.

Personal recommendations are allowed, self-promotion isn't, and please don't advertise or promote other Facebook groups.

You are welcome to post directly in the group or share from your page, but please don't share posts from other groups. Depending on the group's settings, shared posts may not display properly or be visible to people who aren't members of that group.

6) No commercial items for sale or promoting properties

Facebook Marketplace is a great place to buy and sell on the Orihuela Costa, but individual members may post their pre-owned items for sale in the group. However, please do not offer the following items :

• Tickets (including flight tickets), unless they are for local events in Orihuela Costa, Torrevieja, Vega Baja, or the Region of Murcia.
• Clothing, footwear, or accessories (including designer brands).
• Bags, wallets, purses, or sunglasses (including designer brands).
• Videos, DVD's, CD's or other recorded material.
• Foreign registered vehicles.
• Car parts or accessories.
• Age-restricted products.

Commercial sellers such as vehicle retailers, perfumery, water treatment, home improvements, or other for-profit businesses, services or retail venues won't be permitted to advertise in the group.

Minimally, posts must include a price and the location for collection. Posts for items given away free for collection, or posts for items for sale by registered charities are also accepted in the group.

Content that provides or seeks advice, information, tips, and self-help for buying or selling property is not accepted in the group. Advertising for residential or commercial property for sale is not permitted within the group. Please contact a local real estate agent or a registered property professional.

Tourist rental property and advertising for short-term holiday accommodation will only be accepted in the group when accompanied by the Valencian Government's VT tourist licence number – valid, and displayed in a prominent location.

Seasonal rentals, long-term rentals, or properties with an AT tourist number are not permitted. Posts for rental property located outside of Orihuela Costa may be removed, and won't be permitted during May, June, July, August and September.

7) Respect for animals and the prevention of animal cruelty

Posts or comments that are disrespectful to any animal or its owner(s) are not permitted. Posting images or comments about animal abuse or suffering, threatening an animal or its owner with harm or distress, or inciting others to engage in the abuse of animals is one of the quickest ways to find yourself permanently excluded from the group.

If you've lost your pet or found one, please feel free to share the information with group members. Posts about animal rehoming, sales, or fostering are not permitted.

8) No illegal content, intellectual property, defamatory or adult content

We strive to maintain a family-friendly environment for everyone. Our Facebook Group rules don't allow swearing, depictions of nudity, or any form of content suited only for an adult audience.

Posts or comments that might be illegal (or refer to goods or services that might be illegal), defamatory, or may infringe intellectual property rights or copyright are prohibited. Do not post photos or images that contain police officers, paramedics, or any member of our security or emergency services personnel.

Posts for illegal taxis or unlicenced airport transfer services are not permitted. Using the group to solicit illegal and unlicenced taxi services, or personal car or taxi “sharing” service (with or without payment) is not permitted.

Posts regarding the purchase, sale, gift or trade of prescription or non-prescription pharmaceutical drugs and/or non-medical (recreational) drugs, are prohibited by Facebook's Community Standards on regulated goods.

Posts or comments which are needlessly inflammatory, divisive, or incite hatred, crime, or violence have no place within the group. Commercial clickbait that is deceptive, sensationalised, or otherwise misleading, is not permitted.

Fearmongering, or content which may arouse public fear, worry, or alarm is not permitted. Such posts are usually accompanied by a call for increased vigilance, alertness, or awareness, but only serve to increase fear, particularly for those living alone, the elderly, and the most vulnerable members of our community.

Posts about crimes, particularly crimes against the person such as muggings, or property-related crimes such as home burglary, mislead the reader into believing that crimes are more common than they are, and may create a disproportional belief that nowhere is safe.

Reports of criminal activity or crimes should be reported to, and dealt with by, the police and appointed authorities.

Posts asking other members to transport or carry any object, package, or item on board a commercial aircraft, across borders, or through customs checkpoints in any country on their behalf will be deleted.

Content critical of national, local, or regional public service authorities in Spain is not permitted in the group. Do not publish comments or posts about criminal investigations (ongoing or not) or investigations carried out by the authorities of any country.

In particular, posts intended to subvert police operations (civil or criminal), including the location or use of speed measurement and road safety equipment are not permitted.

Posts or comments regarding matters related to civil law including but not limited to financial claims, business or workplace disputes, tenancy disputes, litigation, family law (such as divorce), or any ongoing civil action, are not permitted in the group. Please seek advice from a registered lawyer in Spain.

The Community Group is an inclusive social group, so religious or political content is not permitted, including content that reflects the religious beliefs or political opinions of a person or group.

Clear Facebook Group rules, everyone is welcome to join the conversation

You don't need to live in La Zenia or have an interest in the Orihuela Costa area to join the group. Everyone is welcome.

The group is a wonderful medium for connecting people in other parts of the world to our locale, so feel free to share photos of the local area and your most memorable moments and experiences.

Do you have valuable local information? Let everyone know about it. Bars, share your offers and events and tantalise us with your inappropriately named cocktails. Restaurants, show off your culinary expertise and your needlessly exuberant menus.

Want to join the community group, follow this link and join us today.

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Photo credit: Elena Martin / Jackie Sullivan / LaZenia.com.

The decision to uphold a legal amendment originally passed in March 2015 introduced new Sunday trading rules. The resolution dictates that large shops and shopping centres can open on only 40 Sundays and public holidays each year.

The Valencian Parliament approved the amendment in early February 2018, leaving commercial retailers and larger shopkeepers wholly unprepared for the imminent enforcement of new Sunday trading regulations.

Is Zenia Boulevard closed or open today? Opening hours for 2026

The ruling effectively ended Sunday shopping at certain times throughout the year, and after opening daily since its inauguration, Zenia Boulevard was obliged to close for the first time in its operational history.

The measures had an immediate effect on Zenia Boulevard in La Zenia, the Habaneras Shopping Centre in Torrevieja, and large retailers in Pilar de la Horadada, with local news outlets reporting increased footfall in shopping malls located in the neighbouring autonomous community of Murcia.

With the prohibition of retail therapy on Sundays, Zenia Boulevard responded with artisan craft markets on Sundays throughout the summer. The legislation does not apply to leisure facilities, restaurants, or fast-food outlets, which remain open to the public at most times of the year.

Is La Zenia Boulevard open on a Sunday?

Then, five years ago, Zenia Boulevard closed its doors once again. This time, not due to the requirements of the regional legislation, but at the hands of a global pandemic that swept throughout all four corners of the world.

The shopping centre is renowned for its spotless avenues and immaculate plazas, and the management team responded by putting an enhanced public safety and sanitary regime in place, adopting the strictest health controls to ensure the venue maintained a stringently safe retail and leisure space for all.

For the first time in its history, Zenia Boulevard abandoned its trademark celebration of key social dates, including cancelling the colourful and spectacular Christmas parades that the shopping centre is notorious for.

Zenia Boulevard opening times, is the shopping centre closed today?

The much-loved mall in La Zenia is Orihuela Costa's largest shopping centre, the largest in the entire South Costa Blanca, and one of the area's most visited tourist attractions, thanks in part to a social events calendar that runs throughout the year.

Zenia Boulevard opening times vary according to the time of year, with Sunday closures in La Zenia mainly affecting the months of January through to mid-June, with only two days of prohibited shopping in the latter half of the year.

The mall is open daily from 10:00 until 22:00 (23:00 during July and August), the Al Campo supermarket opens from 09:00 until 22:00 seven days a week, and restaurants open until midnight.

So is Zenia Boulevard open today? Here's the full calendar of dates that highlight when the shops will be closed at the shopping mall throughout the 2026 year.

Find more information about Zenia Boulevard opening times from the official website.

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