Calp is the southern-most municipality in the Marina Alta, situated between Moraira and Benidorm. Calp's most iconic landmark is the Penyal d'Ifac, a towering limestone outcrop that rises above the Mediterranean.

• What to do in Calp
  • Fiestas
    • Las Fallas
    • San Juan
    • Patronal Festivities
    • Moors and Christians
  • Hiking
    • Olta Summit
• What to see in Calp
  • Archaeaology Museum
  • Collectibles Museum
  • Penyal d'Ifach Natural Park
  • Salt Flats
  • Torreo de la Peça
• Where to Eat in Calp
• The Surrounding Area
  • Benissa
  • Teulada-Moraira
  • Altea

What to do in Calp

Fiestas

Las Fallas

Las Fallas is celebrated across the Valencian Community, with neighbourhood groups creating elaborate satirical sculptures known as fallas. These often represent current affairs and everyday life and are set alight at the end of the festivities.

San Juan

Taking place around the night of 23 June with bonfires, traditionally using old furniture and other wooden objects, in honour of Saint John the Baptist and to celebrate the arrival of summer.

Patronal Festivities

Starting around the end of July and continuing for two weeks, the patronal festivities of Calp honour La Virgen de la Nieves.

There are a wide range of activities such foam parties, live music, bullruns and parades, as well as entertainment for the children including traditional games.

Moors and Christians

The Moors and Christians festival, inspired by history and religous traditions, features re-enactments of battles, musical performances and colourful parades. Participants march in organised groups, known as filàes, wearing distinctive costumes representing the Moorish and Christian sides.

Hiking

Olta Summit

The circular route around the Olta mountain range offers views across the Marina Alta and the Mediterranean, and you may even spot mountain goats along the way.

The walk starts from the recreational area at Partida Oltamar, where there is also space for camper vans to stay.

The terrain can be challenging in places and The FEMECV currently lists the route as being without quality control, so check the latest route information and seek local advice before setting out.

What to see in Calp

Archaeaology Museum

Spanning over three floors, The Archaeology Museum explores the history of Calpe, housing artefacts from as far back as the bronze age through to the XIX century.

Collectibles Museum

The Collectibles museum hold public and private art exhibitions in the Torreó de la Peça.

Penyal d'Ifach Natural Park

The Penyal d'Ifach is a is a limestone outcrop rising more than 300 metres above the Mediterranean. One of the Marina Alta's most recognisable landmarks, it can be seen from many inland parts of the region.

The surrounding 45-hectare natural park protects a variety of flora and fauna, including endemic species such as the Silene de Ifach, a rare plant found in the area.

There is a visitor centre and path that will allow you to climb Penyal d'Ifac, however children are only allowed up to a certain point due to the challenging terrain.

Salt Flats

The salt flats are an important wetland habitat that attracts a wide variety of birdlife throughout the year, including cormorants, flamingos and herons.

Torreo de la Peça

Calp's historic centre was once surrounded by defensive walls, built and reinforced over several centuries to protect the town from attacks by Barbary pirates.

The Torreó de la Peça, named after a former defensive fortification, forms part of these historic defences and can be found in the old town.

Where to Eat in Calp

Calp has an ample selection of dining options, with restaurants serving cuisines from around the world.

A few popular options to consider include:

• Amas Calpe is an Asian fusion restaurant inspired by chef Diego Laso's experience working in Japan.
• Casa Cantares is a seafood restaurant rooted in Calp's seafaring tradition.
• El Toro specialises in meat dishes and grilled food.

The Surrounding Area

Benissa

Benissa is a large municipality to various sites of cultural interest including two museums, a popular Moors and Christians festival and restaurants that feature in the Michelin Guide.

Find out more about Benissa

Teulada-Moraira

The municipality of Teulada-Moraira is formed by inland town of Teulada with the coastal resort of Moraira. It has a long history of agriculture particularly producing moscatel wine and raisins.

Find out more about Moraira

Find out more about Teulada

Altea

Located in the neighbouring region of Marina Baixa, Altea is another of Valencia's beautiful coastal towns, known for the blue-domed church that looks over the town's distinctive white-washed old town.

Find out more about Altea