Calp City Centre

Over the centuries, the town of Calpe has passed through many different hands: Iberians, Phoenicians, and Romans, for starters. The town grew around the Peñón de Ifach. This is a fortified complex dating from the 15th century which protects the old town. You can see parts of the medieval fortified wall as well as the Peça Tower. Don't miss the parish church, the only existing church in the gothic-mudejar style...
 

Thermes de la Reine 

Thermes de la Reine archaeological complex
The ancient Roman settlers in the region relied heavily on the sea and salt: It formed the basis of their trade. This trade gave rise to the planning of a town, including these very baths. The site is made up of three parts: the Roman Vicus, the thermal complex of the Muntanyeta and The Baths of the  

Natural Park of Penyal d'Ifac

Natural Park of Penyal d'Ifac
The nature lovers that you are will be able to discover these 45 hectares of protected space. From a size point of view, the park is one of Europe’s smallest, but it’s not the least interesting! Its bioclimatic characteristics, its position and its orientation allow the development of a unique and diverse flora. It’s for this reason that the park is one of the most visited in the Valence region....
 

Calpe salt flats

Calpe salt flats
The Salt flats of Calpe are a naturally wet space. They are made up of a lagoon created by a double tongue of sand. The location of the Rock of Ifach, right nearby, played a decisive role in the formation of this area.For a long time, this natural space remained an economic resource for the city because of the salt: it was used to store fish that was then offered...
 

Cycling in Calpe

If you’re looking for stunning mountain scenery, quiet roads, great road surfaces, and near year around sunshine, look no further. Cycling in Calpe and the Costa Blanca offers these things in buckets. March and April are super peak season, but more than 300 days of sunshine each year makes a Calpe cycling trip attractive at any time of year.

Dining and restaurants in Calpe

Southern Spain is well known for its delicious fish specialties. In most Calpe restaurants you can enjoy delicious paella and extensive fish menus. You can order tapas during lunch or in the afternoon. Tapas are small Spanish snacks that taste great in combination with a drink.

People who enjoy good food can certainly indulge in the diverse restaurants in Calpe. Whether you like paella or are looking for a culinary restaurant with a beautiful view, Calpe has it all.