The Peñón de Ifach looks impressive from the beach, but it feels completely different when you see it from the water. From offshore, the coastline opens up and the scale of the rock becomes much easier to understand. Calpe boat trips range from short sunset cruises to swim-stop catamarans and snorkelling tours around the rock. … Read more
Calpe’s climate is one of the reasons people keep coming back. Winters are mild, spring arrives early, and by May you can eat outside in the evenings without thinking much about it. In midsummer, the days stretch long, the beaches stay busy, and the sun is still around well past nine. What you get here … Read more
The best things to do in Calpe reveal a Costa Blanca town where dramatic cliffs meet golden beaches and centuries of history. Towering limestone peaks frame a coastline of soft sand, while Roman ruins and charming streets showcase a rich Mediterranean heritage. This expert guide highlights Calpe’s top experiences, from hiking the iconic Peñón de … Read more
We get asked about this a lot. Families staying in Calpe, parents who’ve just bought a holiday home here, visiting grandkids in July. Sooner or later someone wants a water park day, and they want to know where to go. So here’s the honest answer from people who live here. Calpe keeps things low-key, and … Read more
The Spanish flag steps on Carrer de Puchalt are one of the most photographed spots in Calpe. They’re simple to find, free to visit, and sit in the middle of the old town, which is one of the most interesting parts of Calpe to explore beyond the beaches. That’s the real reason they’re worth the … Read more
You can see Las Salinas from half of Calpe. A large shallow lagoon sitting right at the base of the Peñón de Ifach, about ten minutes on foot from the centre. Most visitors notice it, glance at it, and head straight for the beach instead. That’s a mistake, because up close it is one of … Read more
