Altea

Mindre stad · Valencia, 🇪🇸 Spanien

Altea is a white town on the Costa Blanca, in the province of Alicante, about 50 km northeast of Alicante and a few kilometres from Benidorm. Its old town climbs a hill to a church with a blue-tiled dome, the best-known landmark of the coast.

The old town has narrow cobbled lanes, art galleries and small restaurants. Below it, a pebble-beach promenade follows the bay, with the Sierra de Bernia mountains behind.

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När du ska besöka

Spring and autumn are the best times. Summers are hot and the town is busy. Winters are mild. Fiestas in September and the Moors and Christians festival in October are popular.

Bästa tiden att besöka: mars, april, maj, juni, juli, september, oktober, november

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Typiskt väder i januari

Bra

15° (känns som 13°) · extremvärden 4°–20°
8° på natten
6 regndagar
15 soldagar
6 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lugna vindar
15 °C · för kallt för att bada
UV-index 2 · lågt

Typiskt väder i februari

Bra

16° (känns som 13°) · extremvärden 4°–21°
8° på natten
6 regndagar
14 soldagar
6 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lugna vindar
14 °C · för kallt för att bada
UV-index 3 · måttligt

Typiskt väder i mars

Utmärkt

18° (känns som 16°) · extremvärden 6°–24°
10° på natten
7 regndagar
16 soldagar
7 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lugna vindar
15 °C · för kallt för att bada
UV-index 4 · måttligt

Typiskt väder i april

Utmärkt

20° (känns som 18°) · extremvärden 8°–25°
12° på natten
8 regndagar
15 soldagar
8 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lugna vindar
16 °C · för kallt för att bada
UV-index 6 · högt

Typiskt väder i maj

Utmärkt

24° (känns som 23°) · extremvärden 11°–29°
15° på natten
6 regndagar
18 soldagar
10 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lugna vindar
19 °C · svalt för ett dopp
UV-index 7 · högt

Typiskt väder i juni

Utmärkt

28° (känns som 29°) · extremvärden 16°–33°
19° på natten
3 regndagar
22 soldagar
12 soltimmar per dag
Behaglig luftfuktighet
Lugna vindar
23 °C · svalt för ett dopp
UV-index 8 · mycket högt

Typiskt väder i juli

Utmärkt

31° (känns som 33°) · extremvärden 19°–35°
22° på natten
2 regndagar
26 soldagar
12 soltimmar per dag
Klibbig, fuktig luft
Lugna vindar
26 °C · skönt för bad
UV-index 9 · mycket högt

Typiskt väder i augusti

Bra

31° (känns som 33°) · extremvärden 20°–35°
23° på natten
4 regndagar
22 soldagar
10 soltimmar per dag
Klibbig, fuktig luft
Lugna vindar
27 °C · skönt för bad
UV-index 8 · mycket högt

Typiskt väder i september

Utmärkt

28° (känns som 29°) · extremvärden 17°–32°
20° på natten
8 regndagar
16 soldagar
8 soltimmar per dag
Fuktig luft
Lugna vindar
25 °C · skönt för bad
UV-index 6 · högt

Typiskt väder i oktober

Utmärkt

24° · extremvärden 12°–28°
16° på natten
8 regndagar
14 soldagar
7 soltimmar per dag
Behaglig luftfuktighet
Lugna vindar
23 °C · svalt för ett dopp
UV-index 4 · måttligt

Typiskt väder i november

Utmärkt

19° (känns som 17°) · extremvärden 7°–24°
12° på natten
8 regndagar
13 soldagar
6 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lugna vindar
19 °C · svalt för ett dopp
UV-index 2 · lågt

Typiskt väder i december

Bra

16° (känns som 14°) · extremvärden 5°–20°
9° på natten
7 regndagar
12 soldagar
5 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lugna vindar
16 °C · för kallt för att bada
UV-index 2 · lågt

Klimatdata: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Främsta sevärdheter

The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Consuelo is the parish church at the top of the old town, with a blue and white tiled dome.
The old town (casco antiguo) has whitewashed lanes, a plaza with views and artists' studios.
The Mirador Cronistes d'Espanya is a viewpoint over the old town and the sea.
The Platja de l'Espigó, the Platja de l'Olla and Playa del Bol are pebble beaches by the promenade.
The Roman aqueduct remains and the Torre de Bellaguarda are small historic sites.
The Sierra de Bernia and its Fort offer hiking and views.
The Castillo del Mascarat is a castle at the edge of the municipality.

Utvalda listor

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Altea Essentials

Altea’s landscape is defined by the blue-domed Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Consuelo and the white-walled streets of its Casco Antiguo. This selection covers the historical core around Plaça de l'Església and the 16th-century Torre de Bellaguarda. Beyond the town, the list includes Roman aqueduct ruins and the high-altitude Fort de Bèrnia. Coastal features like the volcanic Cap Negret beach and the Memorial per la gent de la mar highlight the village's maritime heritage and botanical diversity.

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Upplevelser att prova

Walk up the old town to the church and sit in the plaza.
Stroll along the promenade in the evening.
Hike in the Sierra de Bernia.
Visit Guadalest.

Turer och aktiviteter

Altea – Karta

Dagsutflykter

Benidorm (about 10 km): a high-rise beach resort.
Dénia (about 55 km): a port with a castle.
Alicante (about 50 km): Santa Bárbara castle and the Esplanade.
Guadalest (about 25 km): a mountain village with a castle and a reservoir.
Valencia (about 140 km): a city of arts and sciences.

Områden att utforska

Other places nearby:

Costa Blanca: Benidorm, Dénia and Alicante.
Valencia: Valencia.

Resa dit

By air: Alicante-Elche airport is about 65 km away.
By train: The TRAM d'Alacant tram line from Benidorm to Dénia stops near Altea, and connects with the Alicante tram network. Long-distance trains are on Renfe from Alicante.
By bus: Buses link Altea with Alicante, Benidorm and Valencia.
By car: The AP-7 and N-332.

Ta sig runt

On foot: The old town is steep, with steps and cobbles. The promenade is flat.
Tram and bus: The tram links the coast.
Cycling: A cycling path runs along the coast.

Bilkörning

Is a car worth it?: Useful for the mountains and Guadalest.
Parking: Paid parking near the old town, and limited at weekends.
Roads: The AP-7 is a toll road. The N-332 is free but slow.

Mat och dryck

Altea's food is Valencian. Try arroz a banda, paella, arroz con costra and fideuà, plus local seafood. Sweet wines and the Mistela liqueur are typical. The area is known for its almond and citrus orchards.

Frukost

Churros Churros con ChocolateFried dough sticks served with a thick, dark hot chocolate for dipping — a classic Spanish breakfast or late-night snack.

Lunch

Paella ValencianaA saffron-scented rice dish cooked in a wide, shallow pan. The traditional Valencian version uses chicken, rabbit, and green beans — best eaten at midday.

GazpachoA cold, blended soup of raw tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar, originally from Andalusia. Served as a drink or a starter, especially in summer.

Middag

Pulpo a la GallegaBoiled octopus sliced onto a wooden board and dressed with olive oil, coarse salt, and smoked paprika — a signature dish of Galicia.

Mellanmål och gatumat

Jamón IbéricoDry-cured ham from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, sliced paper-thin and eaten on its own or with bread. The finest grade, jamón ibérico de bellota, is one of Spain's most prized products.

Tortilla EspañolaA thick potato and egg omelette, served warm or at room temperature, found in virtually every bar in Spain. Often eaten as a tapa or a quick meal.

Patatas BravasFried potato chunks served with a spicy tomato sauce or aioli — one of the most common tapas across the country.

PintxosSmall snacks anchored to slices of bread with a toothpick, the Basque Country's answer to tapas. Found in bar counters across San Sebastián and Bilbao, often with elaborate toppings.

CroquetasCrispy breaded cylinders with a creamy béchamel filling, typically made with jamón, bacalà (salt cod), or mushrooms.

Drycker

Rioja Wine Vino de RiojaSpain's best-known wine region produces full-bodied reds from Tempranillo grapes, aged in oak. The crianza, reserva, and gran reserva labels indicate increasing age and complexity.

Säkerhet och hälsa

Altea is a safe town. The old town's steps are slippery when wet. Use sun protection in summer.

Historia

Altea was settled by Iberians and Romans, and under the Moors it was a fortified town. After the Reconquista in the 13th century, it became a fishing and farming town.

In the 20th century, it attracted artists and writers, and became known for its art galleries and bohemian old town.