Spain’s Costa Blanca spans 240 km and has just as many towns and beaches to visit. From Denia to Torrevieja, the Tranio team has trawled the coast to bring you the top destinations along this iconic seafront. Get the full report here.
The Costa Blanca is located along the coast of Spain’s Alicante province
Did you know?
– The Costa Blanca was named one of the world’s best regions to live by the World Health Organization.
– It’s Spain’s warmest and sunniest coast with 320 days of sun per year and summer water temperatures reaching 28°C.
– It’s famous for its white sands and Blue Flag beaches.
– The name “Costa Blanca” was invented as a marketing pitch for British tourists in 1957.
Little and big dreams welcome
From quaint fishing villages to booming nightlife the Costa Blanca caters to all tastes, so it’s no surprise people come back again and again and buy holiday homes there. Real estate on the Costa Blanca is more affordable than Spain’s other coastal regions.
– studios and one-bedroom apartments start at €50,000–60,000
– three-bedroom bungalows and townhouses start at €100,000–130,000
Best family picks: northern coast
Denia has preserved the traditional feel of an old Spanish village
Denia: a low-key destination with ferry links to the Balearics, a marina and many museums.
Jávea: festivals and a fabulous national park make it perfect for active families.
Something for everyone: mid coast
Calpe’s Peñón de Ifach mountain is also a protected wildlife reserve
Calpe: 11 km of beaches and the town’s historical Moorish quarter caters to all tastes.
Moraira: known for its quaint fishing village vibe and fresh seafood at the local market.
Altea: its Bohemian atmosphere turned it into the cultural capital of the Costa Blanca.
Nightlife central: southern coast
Alicante is the informal capital of Spain’s Costa Blanca
Benidorm: known as Spain’s Rio de Janeiro and so famous it got its own TV show.
Alicante: one of Spain’s oldest cities with a wealth of history and a great harbour.
Torrevieja: the natural salt lakes of vibrant red hues attract many tourists each year.
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