Calpe

Calpe is a coastal town to the north of the Costa Blanca, located between Moraira and Altea. With an exciting history, in which we find Iberians, Romans and Moors, this town has become a tourist spot that attracts people from all over the world. From the apartments in Calpe you can fully enjoy your holidays on the Costa Blanca and, so that you don't miss anything, we have prepared this guide with the best things to do and see in Calpe.

The Peñón de Ifach dominates the views of Calpe and a large part of the Costa Blanca as this rocky limestone mountain rises up to 332 meters high. The rock and its surroundings were declared a national park in 1987, making it the smallest national park in Spain, with valuable local flora and 300 different animal species. In addition, many birds choose the Peñón de Ifach as their annual nesting site, which makes the flora and fauna of the rock one of its most interesting attractions. You can choose to climb the rock with or without a guide on several trails that lead to the top.

Calpe is known for its beaches. Enjoy its beautiful white, urban and family beaches, as well as more intimate and rugged coves, where exploring marine life is a magnificent experience. One of the most famous beaches in Calpe is Playa de Levante or La Fossa. This beach is perfect for families, with a wide range of services, excellent swimming conditions and crystal clear waters, for which it has been awarded the Blue Flag. Other fantastic family beaches, also with a blue flag, are Playa del Arenal Bol and Playa del Cantal Roig, a smaller sandy stretch located near the port and the Peñón de Ifach.

In addition to the family beaches, Calpe has several small coves with a calmer atmosphere, where you will enjoy unbeatable views while exploring the marine life of this coast. Coves such as Cala de Racó, Cala Gasparet, Cala del Morrelló, Cala Calalga, Cala Manzanera, Cala Les Bassetes and Cala del Mallorquí are worth discovering when you rent a holiday home on the Costa Blanca.

In Cala Les Bassetes you can practice kayaking, sailing, diving, windsurfing and paddleboarding. You can also take a scuba diving course, get on a catamaran or enjoy the sea on organized boat excursions and snorkeling trips. Another ideal place to explore underwater life is Cala El Racó. This cove near the Peñón de Ifach is the perfect place to snorkel discovering the different species of fish.

With a climate of more than 300 sunny days a year, an average annual temperature of about 19 ° C, a hilly landscape and unrivaled views of the sea; Calpe is an excellent destination for cycling lovers. Calpe's roads attract fans of the world of cycling from all over the world, as well as professional cycling teams who choose the city as their base for their training camp.

If you want to get away from the bustling beaches and the busiest areas of Calpe, you can always take refuge in its old town, located on top of a hill. To get to the old town, follow the main shopping street and turn left at Plaza de la Constitución.

Calpe was originally born as a fishing village and its old town used to be walled in to protect the residents against attacks by North African pirates. Today, there is no need to fear pirates, you can freely wander through the historic center, explore the cobbled streets, decorated staircases and enjoy local food in one of the many local restaurants like Casa Mola Mola Mola and El Posit Restaurant.

Among the most interesting we highlight the Parisian church of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves, the Torreó de la Peça, which has become the Museum of Collectionism; the Museum of History and Archeology of Calpe and several mural paintings and mosaics by the Alicante artist Gastón Castelló.