If you are visiting the province of Alicante or you are planning your trip, you should not miss a visit to the city of Jávea o Xàbia (in Valencian). Located in the Marina Alta region of Alicante it is one of the most beautiful cities on the Mediterranean coast.
Cultural and historical visit
Although the first thing we do when we visit a seaside area is to go to the beach, the truth is that the first thing we do is to go to the beach. the old town of Jávea offers us a lot of charm.
All the old and historic town The city's medieval architecture, including several arcaded arches and all within a walled enclosure, will take us back to medieval times.
Other buildings of note are:
– Municipal market de Abastos (gothic style)
– City Councilfrom the 18th century
– The house of Antonio Banyuls (where a museum of underwater archaeology is housed).
– Historical and Ethnological Museum of Jávea.
To round off this visit to the historical part of the city, you should not miss a visit to the port. It is the best place in Jávea to enjoy the gastronomy and fresh products of the area.
Montgó Natural Park
If there is one thing this park stands out for is for its wealth of flora and fauna and for its many hiking possibilities. More than 650 flower species we will be able to find in it, in addition to an infinity of birds and mammals such as wild boar and foxes.
We recommend the Cape San Antonio lighthouse route and its breathtaking views of the city or the Molins de la Plana route where you can see up to 11 windmills.
We cannot fail to mention, to close the chapter on landscape and hiking, the Nao Lighthouse. From here the views of the bay of Jávea are incredible. In the surrounding area we can take quiet and gentle strolls enjoying the sea breeze..
Sport in Jávea
Of course, Jávea allows us to practice many sports, especially water sports. Many of the beaches, which we will explain later, offer the possibility of practising scuba diving or snorkelling.
It is also common to find places where kayaking or canoeing renting the necessary equipment and going on free or guided tours along the countless cliffs of the coast.
The route of the Cova TalladaIt is the perfect combination of hiking and enjoying nature, in this case the sea.
It can be reached on foot from both Jávea and Denia.
There is also the possibility of accessing the Cova Tallada by canoe. As you can see, you are spoilt for choice. Although you should bear in mind that visits to the Cova are regulated during the summer months, so you will have to register beforehand in order to be able to do so.
Beaches and coves in Jávea
And to finish this visit to Jávea What better way to do it than with a good swim in one of its countless exceptional beaches and coves. Whether you want to go for a swim, do some water sports or simply spend the day lying back and relaxing, there is something for everyone:
- La Grava Beach. In the port area, with good services and access and nearby bars and restaurants, next to the port of Jávea.
- Arenal Beach. One of the most visited beaches in the city, but with wide spaces and good services.
- Montañar Beaches I and II. Two great beaches where you can go snorkelling, scuba diving and other water sports.
- Granadella Beach. Ideal for kayaking routes such as the Cova Tallada.
- Portitxol or Barraca cove. Next to the fishermen's village. Good services and canoe rentals.
- Benisero Beach. Very well communicated and with the possibility of practising various water sports.
- Minister's Cove. It stands out for its viewpoint.
- White Cove. In reality, there are three small, quiet coves with good views.
- Ambolo Cove. A rather crowded nudist beach, but with a lot of charm.
