All About - La Cala de Finestrat and Finestrat Village

All About - La Cala de Finestrat & Finestrat Village:  🏖️ Discover La Cala de Finestrat beach, located just 3km from Benidorm centre and the traditional mountain village of Finestrat.

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✨ Did you know?

La Cala de Finestrat actually belongs to three municipalities: Benidorm, La Vila Joiosa, and Finestrat. Cross the street, and you may change municipality!

🏖️ The Beach

✅ Beach Highlights:

✅ Golden sand – safe, clean, and ideal for children.

✅ Busy in July & August, quieter for the rest of the year.

✅ Promenade cafés and restaurants line the beach – perfect for relaxing meals with a sea view.

✅ Smoke-free beach since 2020 – no smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes (fines up to 750€).

🌅 Tip: For a peaceful spot, walk right along the beach onto the small path around the headland for fresh sea air and photos of Benidorm and the Mediterranean.

🌡️ Climate: In 1986, the WHO named this area as having one of the most equitable climates in the world – never too hot in summer or too cold in winter.

🛍️ La Cala Markets

🗓️ When: Tuesday & Saturday
📍 Where: By the bay near SuperCor supermarket

🌆 Gran Hotel Bali Viewing Platform 

🥰 Enjoy spectacular views across Benidorm to Calpe from the Gran Hotel Bali’s viewing platform.

💶 Prices:
Residents – €2.50 | Non-residents – €6

🌃 Gran Bali Hotel – Sky Bar

Experience Benidorm’s highest rooftop bar on the 52nd floor of Europe’s tallest hotel.

• Signature Cocktails: Crafted by expert mixologists
• Ambience: Upscale, with curated music and stylish décor – perfect for sunset drinks or a night out
• Entry Price: €15 per person (includes your first signature cocktail)
• Reservations Required: Book in advance with secure card payment online, or pay in person at the hotel reception (cash or card accepted)

⛪ La Ermita (Hermitage)

Located at the end of Poniente Beach, this small hermitage houses the Virgin of the Sea, protector of sailors.
📸 Great spot for photos of Benidorm bay, the island, Sierra Helada, and Puig Campana.

🏰 Tossal de la Cala – Benidorm Fort Remains

🗿 Discovered: 1935
This headland fort was part of a coastal early warning system against enemies. Today it is an open-air museum with excavation relics at Museu Boca del Calvari in Benidorm if you wish to avoid the steep climb.

Watchtower of l'Aguilò

Built in the 1500s to protect against North African pirates.
🚶‍♀️ Walk details:

• Starts as you leave La Cala (entrance on the left).

• Approx 1.5 km, 90 minutes with steep climbs.

• 🥾 Wear good footwear.

• 💧 Bring water (no facilities on route).
  🔒 Currently locked with no opening times posted.

The photos below were taken on 19th November 2020

Popular Hotels in La Cala

La Cala Hotel 

Gran Bali Hotel 

Blue Seas Calas Marina 

Magic Tropical Splash

Torre Dorada

🚌 Getting to La Cala

The Number 2, 3, 14, 15,16, 30, 53, 54 buses will take you to Cala de Finestrat depending on your location.

🚗 Finestrat Motor Museum

📍 Where: Calle Joan Fuster, 4 (Finestrat commercial area)
🕙 Open: 10:00 – 20:00
💶 Entry: Adults €12 | Under 6 free | Others €7
🚌 Free transport available to/from Benidorm, Finestrat, Alfaz del Pi, and Villajoyosa.

🚘 Highlights:

• Over 60 classic & unique cars

• Film vehicles like Knight Rider KITT replica and two Deloreans

• 🎞️ Projection room, kids play area, food trucks, souvenir & auto shop.

🛒 La Marina Shopping Centre

📍 Location: Avda. País Valencià, 2, Finestrat
🛍️ Details:

• Four floors: free parking, shops, food & leisure

• Largest shopping centre in the Benidorm area

🏔️ Finestrat – The Beautiful Mountain Village

🚗 Where is Finestrat?

Just 20 minutes from Benidorm, Finestrat is a unique village combining mountain charm and coastal ownership. Although the beach is 15 minutes away, it was gifted to the village by the Spanish government for defending the region from pirates centuries ago.

✨ Why Visit Finestrat Village?

🏘️ Architecture & Atmosphere

The village clings to the side of Puig Campana, the iconic mountain that dominates the skyline. Its narrow cobbled streets have a distinct Moorish influence, with whitewashed houses, colourful shutters, and flowering balconies.

⛪ Church of Saint Bartomeu

Built in the 18th century (1751), this church is in the heart of Finestrat and is a focal point for local festivals and processions.

🌄 El Castell Lookout

Walk up through the winding streets to El Castell, the old castle site and famous lookout point. From here you can see:

• 🏞️ The village rooftops below

• 🏙️ The Benidorm skyline

• 🌊 The Mediterranean Sea

• 🗻 Puig Campana mountain behind you

🎭 Parque Font de Carré

At the base of the old castle, this small park offers sculptures, shaded benches, a children’s play area, and an open-air amphitheatre where local events and concerts are held.

🙏 Ermita del Santísimo Cristo del Remedio

This charming hermitage, dedicated to the village’s patron saint, sits at Finestrat’s highest point. It is a place of pilgrimage and reflection, with panoramic views blending mountains and coastline.

☕ Village Life Experience

🪑 What to do?

• Wander through quiet streets

• Visit local artisan shops

• Sit at a café terrace with a café con leche or fresh pastry, watching daily life unfold

• Buy local products like honey, olive oil, or pottery as souvenirs

🏰 History & Ancient Civilisations

Finestrat has hosted many cultures due to its strategic position between the mountains and sea:

• Paleolithic settlers lived in caves like Sierra Cortina and Raco de les Bastides.

• Iberians (6th century BC – 1st century AD) built settlements near the castle grounds and Tossal de les Bastides.

• Romans established villas to produce wine, oil, and cereals. Mosaics and remains of these villas can still be seen today.

🔍 Archaeological Sites Include:

• Castle grounds – Iberian and Roman remains

• Tossal de la Cala – Roman salted fish factory

• Tossal de les Bastides – Inland Iberian settlement

Finestrat’s historical footprint reflects thousands of years of civilisation, making every street and plaza part of its living museum.

📅 When to visit?

Finestrat hosts traditional fiestas and markets throughout the year, including religious festivals at the Ermita and vibrant summer fairs.

🚌 Getting to Finestrat Village

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