PEDREGUER
Pedreguer is a town in the province of Alicante. The town is situated close to the two coastal towns of Javea and Denia, and is in the foothills of the Muntanya Gran Mountains. The population as of 2008 it is 7097. Pedreguer is such a beautiful small town which is surrounded by vineyards and orange groves and is the gateway to the fantastic Orba Valley. It is a market town which is typical of Spain, and the town also has a small manufacturing industry based around leather goods, bags, and hats.
There is some beautiful old architecture here such as the 16th century Santa Cruz Parish Church. The Market Square of Pedreguer Alicante itself is constructed with many wooden beams, cast iron pillars, and is covered with Arabic tiles. The village itself has such a beautiful appearance with many of the houses painted in gorgeous colors.
There is a market in Pedreguer Spain every Saturday. This market has many styles and features many different types of products including a variety of Spanish foods.
There are many different stalls here, up to around 400, typically selling crafts, arts, souvenirs, bric-a-brac, leather goods, fashion accessories, sunglasses, and CDs. Each town in the region holds a fiesta at least once a year, Pedreguer Costa Blanca holds their fiesta in July. It is dedicated to Sant Bonaventura and features a bull run.
There are plenty of sports in the area, most taking place at the local beaches. For the golfing enthusiast, there is plenty of Pedreguer golfing to be had up and down the region.
GOLF
The closest golf course is situated in the La Sella resort itself. Set in the grounds of the 5* Marriott Hotel (which also has spa, gym, restaurants open to the public), it boasts a 27 hole championship course designed by Jose Maria Olazabal. Due to its unique design, La Sella golf club offers a balanced course, suitable for all levels of play in a stunning woodland and mountain environment.
Even if you don't play golf, relax on the terrace overlooking the 10th tee with a glass of sparkling wine. The gold club house has a delicious menu too!
In addition to this there are courses at Javea, Oliva and Altea, all within a thirty minute drive.
HORSE BACK RIDING
At Equus La Sella you will find a unique and fresh approach to horse riding, their personal hands on practice ensures you will take home very special moments.
You will find Equus situated on the La Sella urbanisation in the foothills of the Montgo mountain national park.
Located within easy reach of both Javea and Denia, located next to tennis courts a swimming pool, restaurant and bar. Only five minutes away from the La Sella golf resort and enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery on the Costa Blanca.
JAVEA BEACHES
The coast of Jávea is 25 kilometres long, with beaches which stand out because of their natural beauty, transparent waters and the Mediterranean forests which surround them.
From north to south, the Capes of Sant Antoni, Sant Martí, Negre and La Nau mark the coastline. Jávea has a great variety of beaches to choose from:
Pebble or rock beaches like "La Grava", "El 1º Muntanyar", "Calablanca", "El 2º Muntanyar" or "Benissero" are ideal for water sports such as jetski, windsurfing and canoeing, and are all protected by vigilance services.
The bustling "Arenal" beach offers fine and shallow waters. Its many services include: vigilance services, play areas for children, natural and artificial shade, small motor boat and skate hire, restaurants, cafés and ample parking facilities.
There are also small coves with smooth stones or rock, located in unique, privileged places, like the "Tangó" or "Pope", "La 1ª Caleta", "La Barraca" or "Portitxol", the paradisiacal "Granadella" creek which is ideal for diving, and "Ambolo" (naturist). Other coves are only accessible on foot or by boat, such as the "2ª Caleta", "Cala del Francés" or "Cala Sardinera".
Jávea´s coast also hides a series of caves which are accessible by boat, such as the caves of "Tabaco" and "Orguens" around Capes Negre and La Nau, and the "Cova Tallada" on the Cape of Sant Antoni, which can also be reached on foot.
Every year, Jávea´s beaches are awarded the blue flag of the European Union.
DENIA BEACHES
The beaches go from the sandy beach in the center of Denia to the more rocky coves and bays between the cliffs.
Because of the length of the beaches in Denia they never get overcrowded. Popular family beaches with the European blue flag for quality and cleanness are Les Deveses Les Marines, Les Bovetes and Els Palmars. All patrolled by lifeguards during the summer months. These beaches are also equipped with foot showers, sunbeds and sunshades to hire.
The seafront is served by a long line of beach bars and restaurants of every price category so when the going gets tough you have somewhere to go to cool down. During July and August it can get up to steamy 40 degrees here!!
All sorts of beach activities are available, dinghies and pedaloes as well as sailboats to hire. Set back from the sea there are volleyball nets.
The clean and clear waters make it a perfect place for scuba diving.
MONTGO NATIONAL PARK
Montgo Natural Park is a beautiful mountain shaped like a "sleeping elephant" (Montgo in Spanish) that dominates the area of Denia and Javea.
If you pick up a leaflet from the tourist information centre in Denia it will mark out several routes up the mountain depending on ability.
It is also suitable for a moderate/experienced cyclist
You can walk for an hour or a morning/afternoon, or all day!
Some of the flora on the Montgo is unique in the area and in abundance in the Spring time. There are several caves to explore and the views are incredible. At one point you can see Ibiza!
Best to walk in trainers as there is some loose shingle on the paths and a bit uneven in places. Take plenty of water on hot days and protection from the sun, don't forget your camera!
