Costa Blanca North

Costa Blanca North in Spain. From Denia to Alicante, it is possible to enjoy a picturesque landscape of mountains and valleys that offer views of a breath-taking coastline. The Costa Blanca North is a popular part of Spain because of its great weather and fantastic beaches.

Costa Blanca North has been deemed to be one of the healthiest places in the world to live, according to the World Health Organisation. This is one reason why it has such great appeal for expats and second-home owners from across Europe. The British, Dutch and Germans have a long-running love affair with the Costa Blanca North area stretching from Denia in the North to Alicante in the South. Now more countries are getting to know the region.

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Costa Blanca North is unique

Costa Blanca North is a great destination also which offers plenty of enchanting traditional fishing towns and natural areas as unlike the South it has not been affected by massive tourism. Costa Blanca north is a unique region full of character that offers great landscapes of orange and almond trees, and sandy beaches along with impressive cliffs.

Charming locations as Benidorm, Finestrat, Calpe, Altea, Denia and many more, have a perfect combination of sea and mountains ideal for a pleasant vacation. This area is also a great location for holidaying as it offers plenty of leisure, sports and sea activities, a range of communities and clubs to join, a variety of traditional markets and also a lively night life.

Costa Blanca North Airports

The north of the Costa Blanca is easy to reach via the Valencia and Alicante airports. The latter airport especially has a wide range of international flights. Valencia is then the ideal connection for a short trip to Ibiza or Majorca. It is only a short flight!

The A7 highway has a good infrastructure and connects the most important coastal cities of the French border to Malaga in the south of Spain. The normal or high-speed train is also a good option as well as a pleasant way to travel.

And huge passenger ships moor in Valencia and Alicante daily. But let us not forget the hundreds of sailboats and motorboats. These visit all of the local marinas during their trip along the Mediterranean Sea.

Costa Blanca North mild winters and nice summers

The Costa Blanca North enjoys a Mediterranean climate that generally contrasts with the overall weather in Spain. There is little precipitation throughout the year and the sun makes itself seen and felt every month.
With regard to temperature, there are also few extremes to report. There is rarely any frost and nor does extreme heat with temperatures of 40 or more degrees occur very often.

The mild dry winters and the pleasant summers are caused by a Mediterranean climate, with the Mediterranean Sea having a warming effect on the area. This effect is protected by the presence of mountains and hills that hold onto the heat of the sea and keep back the cold air from the interior.

The many hours of sunshine and the mild temperatures make it an ideal destination. Staying for the winter or even for the entire year it a decision you will not regret!

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Buy property Costa Blanca North

The many mountain chains make excessive construction development impossible, which restricts the density. The limited supply of land means the prices are considerably higher than in the Costa Blanca South. Properties for sale in the Costa Blanca North area range from pretty white washed villas in inland villages or traditional fincas to frontline beach apartments or modern villas with sea or mountain views.

Many villas and apartments have fantastic panoramic seascapes. Are you considering purchasing an apartment or villa on the Costa Blanca North? Be sure to check out our range of houses, villas and apartments for sale, both modern new-build and more traditional resale. Read more about buying a property on Costa Blanca North.

Cities and municipalities on Costa Blanca North

DENIA

Denia is a delightful cosmopolitan town located along the Mediterranean coastline, where the sun shines almost all year. Its climate of mild temperatures and its 20 kms of sandy beaches and rocky coves makes Denia an ideal place to holidaying in. Denia has a rich history. This is very visible while wandering through the narrow, Moorish streets that twist through and around the centre.

JAVEA

Javea (Xàbia), originally a fishing village that grew into a tourist pearl, lies between Denia and Calpe. An extraordinary coastline, a turquoise sea and a fabulous temperature – that is Javea! Javea is a small, historic town, free of high rise buildings offering a relaxing holiday atmosphere. The local people are friendly and affable. The clean, warm, blue Mediterranean Sea laps the beautiful beaches and coves that Javea has to offer.

BENISSA

Escape the busyness in this authentic, picturesque town between Calpe and Moraira. The picturesque historical centre, cobbled streets and 17th – 18th century houses give it a unique charm and make it worth the visit. Benissa is located towards the northern end of the Costa Blanca, just off the A-7 Motorway; the trip to and from Alicante airport takes just over one hour. The stretch of coastline between Calpe and Maraira is home to a number of quiet relaxing bays. The scenery is magnificent; spectacular rocks contrasting with the high mountain backdrop.

MORAIRA

Moraira was a traditional fishing village on the Costa Blanca that, throughout the years, grew into a popular holiday spot. Moraira is unique compared to many other beach resorts. There is no excess of high apartment buildings or hotels. This is a pleasant beach resort with a wonderful atmosphere. Moraira is small coastal town situated in the beautiful mountainous north-eastern tip of the Costa Blanca. The resort is conveniently placed between the airports of Alicante and Valencia (about 90km from each). The surrounding region has a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with beautiful and unspoilt scenery and many small villages to explore.

CALPE

This is the ideal destination if you want to experience that holiday feeling. In Calpe, you will find a combination of beautiful sandy beaches, nature, culture and an old town centre. At the heart of the Costa Blanca, within the region of Valencia lies the ancient fishing village of Calpe. Now transformed into a tourist magnet, the town sits in an ideal location, easily accessed by the A7 motorway and the N332 that runs from Valencia to Alicante; its approximately one hour drive from the airport at Alicante.

ALTEA

Altea is a small, delightful town with a characteristic centre on a hill. This centre has many narrow streets, little picturesque white houses and art galleries. Altea is a town with character! (Read more)

BENIDORM

If one utters the name ‘Benidorm’, an immediate link is made with a general (and erroneous) stigma. Of course, we can speak of mass tourism, but this town has much more to offer. Sun-drenched sandy beaches, a charming old shopping plaza, attractive terraces, a lively promenade and much more … that is Benidorm! In the centre of the La Marina Baixa region, is the popular Spanish resort of Benidorm, one of the
main tourist destinations along the Costa Blanca. Its excellent beaches, wide variety of accommodation, restaurants and many recreational activities means it’s a hit with tourists from all over Spain and Northern Europe.

VILLAJOYOSA

This place that began as a small village has gained immense popularity in recent years. When you visit this beach resort, you will soon see why. Villajoyosa is a pearl along the Costa Blanca with colourful facades, narrow streets, a clear blue sea, sandy golden beaches and a marina! (Read more)

Destinations on Costa Blanca North

Costa Blanca – Costa Blanca North – Alicante – Valencia – Albir – Alcalali – Alfaz del Pi – Altea – Benidoleig – Benidorm – Benilloba – Benissa – Benitachell – Calpe – Denia – El Vergel – Finestrat – Gata de Gorgos – Jalon – Javea – La Nucia – Lliber – Moraira – Orba – Parcent – Polop – Pedreguer – Teulada – Torrellano – Villajoyosa