Arenales Del Sol
Arenales del Sol, located just south of Bahia de Alicante, 15 minutes by road
from Alicante, 20 minutes from Elche and 5 minutes from the international
airport of El Altet "is a beach of golden sand and clean, has a system dunes
unique in the Spanish coast, is approximately 1.5 km. Beach close to the beach
of Carabassi totalling 4 km. Beach sand just the lighthouse on the rocks at the
small chapel of Our Lady of the Rosary. Linda beach to the north, "El Altet" and
Urbanova, to the south by "Gran Alacant" and "Carabassi." The town is newly
designed, is a growing beach, ideal for the summer recess
Alicante
The favourable climate means that you can enjoy a comfortable stay in
Alicante all year round. With a wide range of bars and cafés it is the city that
never sleeps. At the same time, the city’s convenient size means that it is
highly suitable for walking. The city is small enough to allow you to travel by
foot - slowly! Full of history, culture and carnivals and with some of the best
beaches in Spain.
The city
Alicante, or Alicante as the city is known in Catalan, is called ”the
friendliest town” in Spain. In the evenings the local population gathers in El
Barrio, the Old Town, and meets up with visitors from all over the world.
Spanish and English, along with some sign language and lively gestures, are
apparent among the conversations which often end in a mutual toast.
With chiselled mountains in the background, the city is located in a bay with a
cosmopolitan harbour. Tropical palms line the avenues. From the marble tiled sea
front you can look up towards the mountains where historic castles and
monasteries are still in use today and open for visitors.
The Rambla district is situated in the city centre and it is lined by cafés and
ice cream stalls. The unusual local drink made from almonds, horchata,
is served here. It is almonds in particular that have made Alicante
famous. Turrón is a dessert made from almonds and honey that is
served everywhere, and it is great export success.
If you are looking for elegant pubs and sophisticated restaurants you
should make for the modern part of the city between the harbour front,
Explanada, and Calle Alfonso El Sabio.
Do & see
Castillo de Santa Bárbara Take a walk up the Benacantil Mountain and visit the
Castillo de Santa Bárbara. At a height of 166 metres you get a panoramic view
over the city and the sea, all the way to Tabarca Island. The old town was
founded along the road up to the castle. During the walk you will see
Roman ruins, medieval walls and modern streets which harmonise with
each other. Inside the castle there is a museum with a permanent exhibition
of sculptures. There are famous portraits by artists from Francisco Goya to
Valle-Inclá. The 16th century castle is open every day, except Mondays.
Price: Free, but if you take the elevator from the beach it costs €4 return.
Tabarca Island Do what the pirates did and make Tabarca Island a haven for a
day. Boats depart from the marina several times a day and take one hour. Cars
are prohibited Take the opportunity of eating a traditional fish stew down in
the harbour.
Price: €16
Three museums
Casa de la Asegurada was built in the 17th century. Today it functions as an
art museum containing 20th century artworks by Gris, Miró and Picasso.
The Archaeological Museum is located inside the municipal hall and
it has a large collection of finds from the Bronze Age and classical antiquity.
The Fireworks Museum occupies the Santa Barbara Castle and contains
items that have been rescued from the annual fire festivals.
Price: €6 per museum
The mountain train
”The Lemon Express” runs every hour between 06.00 and 20.00 from Alicante’s
railway station to Denia. Through mountain tunnels, over bridges and with
fantastic views along the route. The tour takes just over two hours. The train
returns from Denia from 06.25 until 19.25.
Price: €12
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