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If you’re looking for a holiday destination where you can get out and about in the great outdoors, the Region of Valencia won’t disappoint. With its expansive areas of natural beauty spanning from the peaks of the mountains to the plains of the coast, the provinces of Castellón, Valencia and Alicante are a nature lover’s paradise. Come and visit to explore countless protected natural areas inhabited by a unique plant and wildlife you won’t see anywhere else in the Mediterranean.
There is something for everyone here. Whether you fancy scaling the mountains in the north, strolling through the marshlands or exploring quaint little villages, you will get your nature fix while making memories that will last a lifetime.
Lesser known than the coast, the inland of the Region of Valencia is a largely unexplored treasure. Nature runs wild here forming vistas that will take your breath away. Nowhere is this more true than at la Canal de Navarrés where the hiking trails will lead you to the most spectacular landscapes. La Tinença de Benifassà is another must-visit, a natural park that is defined by the deep gorges that cut through the terrain.
The best way to be enveloped in these unique naturescapes is to go walking. The large majority of the natural areas in the Region are snaked with official hiking trails of different levels of difficulty. If you love a challenge, you can walk from Vistabella del Maestrat to Vila-real, a route that will take you from the heights of Penyagolosa to close to the shores of the sea. If you’d prefer something less strenuous, you can take a cycle ride along the Costa Blanca, exploring the prettiest beaches and coves as you breathe in panoramic views over the Mediterranean.
If you are looking for natural parks, the Region of Valencia certainly won’t leave you wanting. A total of 22 natural parks will treat your eyes to the most diverse landscapes, from islands, coastal mountains and natural pools to marshlands, gorges and ravines. Sot de Chera natural park, Columbretes islands and Charcos de Quesa to name but a few, are well worth a visit. Wherever you are in the Region of Valencia, you will discover scenery that showcases mother nature’s finest work.
And then there are the little villages. Nestled into the landscape, these places are straight out of a fairytale, offering a wonderful day out spent wandering the streets and soaking up the culture. There are historic villages, such as Forcall and Segorbe, where age-old traditions are still very much alive, as well as destinations such as Calp, a seaside town where you can savour delicious cuisine.
There are plenty of different ways to experience the natural scenery of the Region of Valencia. You could, for example, take a guided tour led by experts, do a workshop in the great outdoors or enjoy family-friendly activities. This is the opportunity you’ve been looking for to be at one with nature, respect the environment, do some stargazing and birdwatching in the most stunning settings.
As you can see, the Region of Valencia has a myriad of areas of natural beauty to offer. Come along to spend some quality time with your loved ones in the midst of the wildest and prettiest landscapes.
The meander of the Mijares river where it flows into the Sitjar reservoir at the town of Ribesalbes (Castellón) provides a perfect mixture of natural and urban surroundings in which to enjoy kayaking, a very healthy activity recommended for all public that combines physical effort with exploration and contemplation.
Departure from your town/hotel
Visit to the Fallas museum, this museum preserves one of the greatest expressions of Valencian popular culture with the exhibition of all the fallas pardoned every year since 1934. After the visit we will go to La Albufera for a fantastic boat ride. La Albufera is a small but intense inland sea of fresh water, canals, vast rice paddies and classic huts built as the great Vicente Blasco Ibáñez told us in Cañas y Barro.
Enjoy a fantastic typical Valencian lunch in a restaurant and dance and have fun until the agreed time.
El Palmar is located in the Albufera Natural Park, which is one of the most valuable in the Mediterranean. It is an island located in the middle of La Albufera, surrounded by rice fields and orchards, and where many fishermen live. At the indicated time departure to our place of origin. Arrival and end of the excursion.
La Vila Joiosa is one of the main coastal municipalities of the Valencian Community and has one of the largest fishing fleets.
Our local guide will begin with a brief introduction to the fishing origins of the municipality, followed by an explanation of the different fishing gear that is still used today. We will get to know the different fishing boats and we will see the arrival of the boats in situ.
After unloading, the main catches of the area will be explained to us and we will go to the fish market to attend a real fish auction.
We will finish with a tasting of the fresh fish of the day with a drink.
We rent fully equipped, secure, checked, and comfortable bikes. There is a lot of different kind of bikes: city bikes, leisure, mountain, road, kids, tandem, folding and electric. There is a lot to discover in the big but compact city of Valencia. One of the best ways to do that is by bike! Instead of struggling with the big streets and avenues, you can choose to go with the bike.
Sant Jeroni de Cotalba Monastery is one of the most outstanding and best conserved in the Region of Valencia, which is further enhanced through its diverse architectural styles. The Monastery was founded in 1388 by the duke of Gandia, Alfons el Vell, and is located in the town of Alfauir (Valencia) just 8 km away from Gandia. Dramatised tour in the Monastery of Sant Jeroni of Cotalba: the Monk Samuel will guide you through its Gothic cloisters, gardens and halls. He will tell you about how the Borgia family, Ausiàs March, Pere Compte and other prominent figures shaped the history of Sant Jeroni.