With over twenty kilometres of coastline, rocky coves and large expanses of clean fine sand, the bustling town of Dénia can cater for all tastes and activities, from solitary beaches or beaches with numerous sporting activities, sailing and golf, to a great range of shops and restaurants as well as local fiestas that explode in colour and light throughout the year. Coupled with its wonderful climate and stunning scenery – the nature reserve of el Montgó is a particular attraction - Dénia makes a wonderful holiday destination and a perfect place to live.

The town has a busy port (including a fishing area, yacht club and marina) which divides the Dénia coastline into two completely different sections known locally as Marines and Rotes. In addition to a regular ferry service to Ibiza, the port has dinghy, sailing and diving class facilities, plus boat rental. Travelling along the coast to the south of the port where the Montgó nature reserve sweeps down to the sea, you will find this stretch characterised by cliffs and rocky inlets with clear waters that stretch as far as the San Antonio cape natural marine reserve. Diving enthusiasts will find this an ideal setting.

BEACHES AND COVES

The most popular stretch of beach of fine golden sand continues north for more than twenty kilometres and is ideal for all kinds of water sports. The winds here are suitable for all levels of windsurfers and boards can be hired and lessons taken. Some beaches of note are Las Marinas, Les Bovetes, Les Deveses, La Marineta Casiana and Almadraba. Many provide restaurants or cafes on the sands. One particular favourite is the Restaurante Cova Del Moro, a hidden gem that specialises in the famous dish of the region called Llandeta, consisting of a variety of fish on a bed of saffron infused potato and rice. This combination makes this dish interesting from a gastronomic point of view, its recipe handed down over centuries.

LANDMARKS

El Castell - the Castle of Dénia– is a proud reminder of the long history of this delightful coastal town. Situated in an elevated position, the castle has a magnificent panoramic view over the town and its approaches, whether by land or sea, as befits a true defensive Arabic structure of the 11thand 12thcenturies. Later were added a number of later styles, with the odd touch of previous Roman remains. Of particular note are the towers of Mig, Carsell and the Torre Del Galliner, which is located in the Oriental part of the Castle, and its walls and bastions. It was later the residence of the Marquis of Dénia. The Archaeological Museum of the Dénia is now situated here.

From Denia, the Montgó Massif takes on a completely different appearance compared to the view from Jávea. By midday, the slopes and ravines are cool and bathed in a soft light that enhance the greens and blues.