Villajoyosa
An inexplicable attraction.
Brief description
Villajoyosa, locally known as La Vila, is an authentic coastal town on the Costa Blanca. The town is known for its colourful houses by the sea, charming old town and relaxed, local atmosphere. With a rich maritime history, wide sandy beaches and a growing range of modern amenities, it is an attractive place for those seeking peace, culture and comfort.
01 Location
*Located between Finestrat and El Campello, south of Benidorm *Approximately 35 minutes' drive from Alicante airport (approx. 50 km) *Easily accessible via the N-332 and AP-7 *TRAM line Alicante – Benidorm – Denia stops in Villajoyosa (station in the centre)
02 Beaches
*Playa Centro: wide sandy beach with promenade, cafés and restaurants *Playa del Paraíso and Playa Bol Nou: quiet bays with turquoise water *Several smaller beaches and coves, popular with locals and snorkellers *Blue Flag qualifications for cleanliness and facilities
03 Education
*Spanish primary and secondary schools available in the centre *International schools within easy reach, such as: -Elian's British School (La Nucía) -AIS in Altea -Costa Blanca International College (Benidorm)
04 Food & Dining
*Traditional Spanish cuisine, fresh fish and rice dishes from the region *Famous for its local chocolate (Valor) and pastries *Authentic tapas bars, seafood restaurants by the sea and charming squares *Cosy market halls and small cafés with a local atmosphere *Less touristy than Benidorm, with an emphasis on quality and tradition
05 Culture & Events
*Famous Moros y Cristianos festivities in July (UNESCO heritage) *Historic fishing village with picturesque streets and old city walls *Regular markets, parades and cultural events *Chocolate Museum (Valor), art galleries and small theatres
06 Shopping
*Traditional shops and supermarkets in the centre *Weekly market with fresh produce and local crafts *Large shopping area La Marina approx. 10 minutes' drive away (Finestrat) *Charming boutiques and specialty shops along the boulevard
07 Activities
*Walking and cycling along the coast or in the hinterland *Water sports: snorkelling, diving, kayaking *Harbour with fishing boats and pleasure yachts *Proximity to golf courses (Villaitana), amusement parks (Benidorm) *Suitable for those looking for a quieter alternative to busier seaside resorts
08 Real Estate
*New and renovated apartments with sea views *Small-scale residential complexes and luxury beachfront residences *Popular with those who love peace, tradition and local character *Growing range of modern, energy-efficient homes on the outskirts of the city *Very suitable for permanent residence or wintering