La Albufereta, an ideal beach for water sports
Albufereta Beach is a semi-urban beach with golden sand that usually has a high occupancy due to its easy access. It has an approximate length of 400 meters. Due to its calm waters you can practice all kind of water sports. Being the site of an ancient Roman settlement the place is ideal for the practice of scuba diving.
THE ALBUFERETA WRECK
It is a shipment of Roman amphorae that rests on the sea floor just over 5 meters deep. This small marine site was discovered in 2002 when two divers stumbled upon the place by chance. The site is located 800 meters from the coast, making it quite accessible with a boat. If you have good lungs and snorkel goggles, you will be able to see the amphorae without problems, although the ideal thing is to do so with a proper diving equipment.
ROMAN FISH FARMS
In the eastern part of the beach we shall find some Roman fish farms carved into the rock. It is a very popular location among snorkeling lovers.
Nearby walking and cycling routes
CABO HUERTAS LIGHTHOUSE. If you like walking, we recommend you a nice walk, along the path that runs along the entire rocky coast from Cabo Huertas to Muchavista Beach. You will go through Almadraba beach and other small coves (Cantalar, the Jews, Caleta, Palmera) and the Cabo Huertas Lighthouse. This route is approximately 4 kilometers. It takes two hours walking.
GREEN LANE TO THE CITY CENTRE (VIA VERDE DE LA CANTERA). We highly recommend you to take the green lane that borders the coast and allows us to walk or cycle from Albufereta passing through El Postiguet beach until reaching the center of Alicante (1.2 km).
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ALTEA
Altea is an small paradise on the Costa Blanca, located under the foothills of the Sierra de Bernia, between the sea and the mountains. You will be impressed by the well preserved old town with its white facades and blue ceramic domes. Altea is also love at first sight due to its 8 km of coastline with splendid beaches.
ELCHE
Elche, 27 km from the city of Alicante is a city of great surprises. You will discover a palm trees oasis in the middle of the city, ancient fortresses and defensive structures, an Arab bath converted into convent and Christian churches built on the site of ancient mosques. With a long tradition in the manufacture of shoes, the city of Elche has become a benchmark in the footwear industry.
VILLAJOYOSA
Historical capital of the Marina Baixa region 20 minutes from Benidorm. Villajoyosa is famous for the picturesque bright color facades of the fishing district. The local gastronomy based on traditional rice, fish and seafood and the 15 km of incredible beaches are worth a visit.
BENIDORM
Benidorm, a coastal resort 45 km from the city of Alicante, was a small fishing village until the 1960s. It has become a popular Mediterranean holiday destination famous for its nightlife and impressive skyscrapers.
GUADALEST
Located in the beautiful Guadalest valley 30 minutes from Costa Blanca, this town of Muslim origin has become one of the main attractions in the interior of the province of Alicante. You will have the opportunity to admire the medieval architecture, to visit a well preserved castle and several museums and be enthralled with the beauty of the turquoise waters of its reservoir.
CALPE
Calpe is one of the most beautiful towns on the Costa Blanca, located in the north of the Alicante province (between Altea and Moraira). The warm climate, golden sand beaches and crystal waters attract many national and international tourists. You simply cannot miss the opportunity to visit the magnificient Peñon de Ifach, a mountain that crowns the town facing the Mediterranean Sea (332 meters height) which has been declared national park.