Enjoy Holidays in Altea, Costa Blanca

A stunning coastal town in Costa Blanca, Altea has retained the charm of traditional Spanish life. It is the ideal destination for spending few days in tranquility away from the crowded tourist resorts. The coastal town is framed by the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains of Sierra de Bernia.

You will enjoy every moment of your vacation in Altea relaxing on the beaches, exploring the old town and the countryside nestled in the Altea hills, and discovering the fascinating culture and cuisine of Spain. The mild weather of the coastal town makes Altea a popular year round destination.

Attractions of Altea

Altea Beach

The more than 5 km long coastline of Altea offers several scenic spots for relaxing and basking in the Mediterranean sunshine. Different from the sandy beaches of Alicante and other popular resort towns of Costa Blanca, the beaches of Altea have a distinct character. The beaches of Altea comprising of sand and pebbles are among the attractive beaches of Costa Blanca. Cap Blanc and La Roda are the main beaches of the town. Several scenic shingled coves and beaches are present in the neighborhood of Altea in Cap Negret, L’ Olla and in Mascarat. Dotted with seafront shops and restaurants, the beaches of Altea offer plenty of opportunity for shopping and sampling the local seafood delicacies.

Water sports

Diving, snorkeling, sailing, windsurfing and fishing are popular water sporting activities available on the beaches of Altea. Altea also boasts of a stunning yacht harbour in Luis Campomanes. The harbour is a venue of popular sailing events.

Old town

Perched on a hill, the old town of Altea is a popular retreat for a peaceful vacation. At a leisurely pace, you can explore the cobbled streets of the town lined with traditional white washed houses with balconies adorned with flowers.  One of the most famous attractions of the old town is the church of the Virgin de Consuelo. The blue domed church with stained glass windows, colorful murals and breathtakingly beautiful sculptures is one of the most visited churches of Costa Blanca. The town also has a lively marketplace selling a variety of local crafts and other souvenirs. From the old town you will enjoy a panoramic view of the bay and the surrounding coastal landscape.

Golf

There is also a golf club near Altea. The 18-hole golf course nestled in the foothills of the mountains is at an easy driving distance from Altea town.

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