The Environment and Consumer Education Association ADEAC awarded four routes in Alicante with a blue trail distinction. This mark signals quality and a commitment to sustainable tourism, highlighting routes that improve local areas while featuring clear signage and amenities that support responsible travel and enjoyable hiking experiences.
The four trails are located in the towns of Benissa, Calp, L’Alfàs del Pi, and Orihuela.
Five scenic ways to immerse yourself in the Valencian Community
Coastal ecological walk (Benissa)
This path runs four kilometers along the Benissa coast, showcasing varied geography such as cliffs and coves and vegetation that extends nearly to the shore. The route is equipped with informative signs and posters that describe regional characteristics, local history and culture, and details about the fauna and flora encountered on the walk. The tract is designed to be accessible and educational, inviting visitors to learn as they move. The walk typically takes between 45 minutes and an hour and is suitable for people of all ages. (ADEAC, 2024)
Ecological Route from Calalga to Bassetes (Calpe)
About ten minutes from Calpe’s town center, Cala de Calalga marks the starting point of a route that invites exploration of Calpe’s coves and cliffs near the Peñón de Ifach. The journey lasts roughly two hours, with some elevation changes, and is well-suited for families with children looking for a moderate, scenic outing. (Local guides, ADEAC, 2024)
The Old Way of the Far (L’Alfàs del Pi)
This route follows the Albir area, the coastal section of L’Alfàs del Pi, situated between Benidorm and Altea. It traverses Serra Gelada Nature Park, designated as a protected natural area in 2005, with 88% of the park’s landscape belonging to the Mediterranean biome. The route culminates at Faro del Albir, the only lighthouse to offer a visitor center with stories from lighthouse keepers, fishermen, and soldiers, enriching the journey with maritime lore. (Protected Areas Network, 2005; Lighthouse Center notes, 2024)
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The best hiking trails in the province of Alicante, according to local guides, emphasize accessibility and scenic value across multiple routes in the region. The trace described here is estimated to take about two hours and covers roughly five kilometers, with options that accommodate a wide range of visitors, including those who use wheelchairs. (Local tourism reports, ADEAC, 2024)
Cabo Roig: Cala Capitan-La Caleta (Orihuela)
Located along Orihuela’s coastline, this route spans about 2.5 kilometers with an estimated duration of around 45 minutes. It offers a coastal experience that reveals beaches and coves along the Mediterranean, with opportunities to rest on benches and simply take in the scenery. The outing is a favored choice for visitors seeking a manageable coastal excursion that pairs accessibility with picturesque seascapes. (Coastal Tourism Guides, ADEAC, 2024)
One notable point of interest in the region is Lieutenant Morejón’s Military Detachment, a historic note reflecting ties to the waters off Orihuela’s coast. (Regional History Archive, 2024)