Denia

Denia offers the very best of this popular coastline, whether you want to explore rocky coves and mountains or revel in sand, sun and amazing seafood.

On a stretch of coast where tourism dominates, Denia is a breath of fresh air. It has beaches, hotels and restaurants but this working city has also maintained its character. A major passenger port serving the Balearic Islands, Denia feels different from some of the resorts further south. The city bustles with life both day and night – from the narrow shopping streets of the Moorish old town to the lively beach bars and restaurants. Once you’ve had your fill of incredible freshly caught seafood, move on to paella which is among the best in the region thanks to the proximity of the nearby rice fields.

Denia is separated from the rest of the coast by the Montgó natural park, a humped peak packed with rare plants. On either side of the harbour you’ll find two distinct flavours of beach – long and sandy Las Marinas to the north and rocky Las Rotas to the south.

The city is steeped in several millennia of history; the first thing you’ll notice is the tumbledown Moorish castle which contains an archaeological museum. Tradition is important here and it’s impossible not to get sucked into the excitement of its fiestas, like fiery ‘Fallas’ in March where giant statues of famous figures are burned to the ground.