Cala dels Retors, Sand beach in Orpesa del Mar, Spain.
Description
Cala dels Retors is a small sandy cove tucked along the Mediterranean coast near Orpesa del Mar. The beach has light-colored sand and is framed by low rock formations that give the cove its sheltered character.
History
This cove has served as a maritime stop since ancient times and played a role in the region's seafaring history. Over the centuries, a fishing settlement grew here and has continued to the present day.
Culture
This cove has long been tied to fishing, and the community here keeps that maritime way of life alive. You can still see fishermen working with their boats, shaping the shoreline as they have for generations.
Practical
The beach is easy to reach by car, with a small parking area nearby. The cove has shallow water in many areas and is generally good for swimming, especially when seas are calm.
Did you know?
This cove is favored by local divers because of underwater rock formations that shelter Mediterranean marine life. You can observe how the underwater world of the sea works here.
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