Playa de la Mil Palmeras, Mediterranean beach in Pilar de la Horadada, Spain

Playa de la Mil Palmeras is a sandy beach about 535 metres long and roughly 30 metres wide on the Mediterranean coast at Pilar de la Horadada. The sand slopes gently into the water, and reddish rock formations stand above the shoreline along several stretches.

The beach originated in the 1980s from a private development project initially designed as a Scandinavian vacation destination. Over time, the area transformed into an international coastal destination serving a wider audience.

The beach sits at the boundary between two municipalities, with the Cañada de Matamoros gully marking administrative divisions of the Costa Blanca region. This location reflects how local jurisdictions shape the coastal landscape.

Two large parking areas provide free access to the beach with ramps leading directly to the sand and lifeguard services during peak season. Bring water and sun protection, as the beach offers limited natural shade.

The beach lies at the mouth of the Cañada de Matamoros gully, which marks the boundary between Pilar de la Horadada and the neighbouring municipality. Bathers can stand in the shallows far from the shore, since the seabed slopes down only gently.