Northern Costa Blanca

Stretching from Denia in the north to Benidorm in the south, this stretch of coast experiences mild winters due to the mountain protection in the west. You can travel it's length on the N332 coast road, or alternatively, the newly built A7 will speed you along! The area is greener than the south and it's resort towns have been established over the last three decades.

DENIA is a family resort that took it's name from the Roman Goddess Diana. There is little of it's heady past except for the remains of the 13 th century castle on the hill above the port. Mallorca, Ibiza and Formentera can all be reached by ferry from here.

JAVEA is split between the ancient and the modern. Superb Gothic architecture in the old town contrasts with the summer bustle of El Arenal. Small coves and beaches are a strong feature together with the old fishing port of Aduanas Del Mar.

MORAIRA is a pretty fishing port with a modern centre adorned with shops and boutiques. The coastline contains only blue flag beaches with a few rocky inlets and a view to die for from La Punta De L'Estrella.

TEULADA - Terraced vineyards take the town down to the sea. Teulada offers the opportunity to partake in horse riding, squash, tennis and basketball and for those interested in antiques, furniture and paintings, the Sunday antique boot sale is a must.

Moraira and Teulada boast some eighty restaurants between them, many recommended by the respected Michelin Guide. Wherever you go, you are assured of good service and excellent food.

CALPE Ancient and perched atop a small hill where you can look peacefully down to the scene below. The incredible rock of Ifach draws many tourists to both climb for spectacular views and to bathe in it's shadow at the Playa De La Fossa or Playa De Levante which are, of course, blue flag standard.

ALTEA Travelling south along the N332 coast road from Calpe . Cross the Mascarat Gorge on a single span bridge to reach the wide bay of the town. Altea was important for fresh water from the nearby Algar river in days gone by and was protected by a separate cannon on the hills. lookout points can still be seen in the town.

BENIDORM A small fishing port some 50 years ago has now been transformed into a cosmopolitan tourist centre by people in awe of it's long beaches. The Canafali Hill separates the Levante and Poniente beaches; both have excellent facilities along their length with Levante being the older, more established of the two. Benidorm Island , which can be seen from the Castle in the old town, is a tantalising ferry trip away from the shore. Terra Mitica, a new theme park, is a few kilometres outside the town and is readily accessible to all within the Costa Blanca.