Denia
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Denia is a small tourist city located in the southeastern coast of Spain, to the north of Alicante. It has a population of around 40,000 although this can be more than doubled by tourism during the summer months. It is situated between Gandia and Jávea (Xábia).
Denia is located on the Northern Costa Blanca, Spain, approximately 85 km north-east of Alicante within the Communidad de Valencia and is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Northern Costa Blanca with around 20 km of coastline to explore containing many beaches and rocky coves.
Denia has a fine harbour (one of the best in the region) and is an important ferry port for the Balearic Islands in particular, (Ibiza is around a 2 hour trip). Denia has a large fishing fleet and a fish market is held every day, fishing remains important for the economy of Denia
along with tourism. Conditions in Denia are ideal for water sports and it has become a popular area for a wide range of water based activities including surfing, water skiing and wind surfing. Overlooked by Mount Montgó and surrounded by the Mount Montgó Natural Park it is an area of outstanding beauty with plenty to see and do.
Though there is evidence of settlers in the area of Denia as far back as the Neolithic Era, signs of a Greek colony called Hemeroskopeion and remnants of a Roman occupation from the 3rd Century BC, the known history of Denia dates back to the Arab Conquest (8th-13th Centuries). Denia castle was originally built by the Moors during the 11th and 12th Centuries and later extended and re-fortified during the 15th, 16th and 17th Centuries. Denia was re-conquered by the Christians in 1244 during the reign of the Conquistador Jaime I. Denia sided with Archduke Charles
(pretender to the throne of Austria) during The War of Succession and was the first town to proclaim Charles as king of Spain (1705). However after a number of sieges Denia castle was taken in 1708 and the area suffered greatly as a result of the war. Denia became wealthy during the 19th Century due to the raisin trade which grew in importance in the area but was unfortunately ravaged by an outbreak of phylloxera in the early 20th Century which brought the industry to its knees and caused a
period of economic decline. This decline continued until the 1960s when tourism began in Denia and the surrounding towns resulting in spectacular growth which has continued to this day. The Castle now houses the Archaeological Museum which outlines the history of Denia. The name Denia is thought by some to be of Arab origin, and taken from the arabic "Daniah" meaning low or near, and by others to be of Roman origin and taken from the Roman temple of Diana.
Up until the arrival of tourism, Denia relied mostly on fishing, agriculture and a small toy making industry for its economic survival. Since the 1960s Denia has grown rapidly due to tourism and in recent
years due to property development (second homes for wealthy Spanish and holiday homes for North Europeans), there are a good range of apartments available and some luxurious Denia villas. Denia is now a thriving town and there is plenty to see and do in and around Denia.
How to get to Denia
By road: Denia is located just off the AP-7 motorway and the N332 coast road between Gandia and Jávea. Travelling by road involves the A-7 Mediterranean motorway, via exit number 62. The N-342 national road is the main road along the Valencian coast which links Gandía with Alicante, Benidorm and Valencia
The bus station is on Pl. Arxiduc Carles.
By rail: There is only one train going into Denia, a narrow gauge railway which runs from Alicante to Denia by way of Benidorm. The train station (965 78 04 45) is on C/ Calderon de la Baca just off C/ Patricio ferrandiz.
By boat: Denias bustling port, alongside Barcelona and Valencia, is the main ferry server for the Balearic Islands. Ibiza is your nearest Balearic Island to the Spanish mainland and Denia - high speed ferries take a few hours to get from Denia to Ibiza, and pull into the heart of Ibiza Town. Splitting a two week holiday between Ibiza and the Costa Blanca coast is an idea indeed (you can take cars across). Ferries from Denia depart daily to Ibiza and Palma de Mallorca.
By air: Since Denia is located between two airports, it is easily reachable. The closest airport to Dénia is in Alicante. El Altet airport has direct flights to the main Spanish and European cities.People coming to visit either fly into Alicante or Valencia airport. Each one is about an hour and a quarter drive to the city. Once you are in Denia, you may want to explore the surrounding area by renting a car. There are a number of car rental booths at each airport, so getting a car is no problem, but you should make reservations, especially if you plan a visit during the busy summer season.
Distances in kilometres
Alicante 86 km
Alicante Airport (l’Altet)100 km
Valencia 103 km
Valencia Airport (Manises) 113 km
Benidorm 50 km
Gandia 40 km
Madrid 448 km
Barcelona 445 km
Sightseeing and things to do in and around Denia
Denia is a true Spanish town, and not just a tourist attraction.
You can take a boat or ferry from Denia to the Balearic Islands including Ibiza and Formentera. There is a scenic train that runs along the coast to Calpe and back.
Staying here, you will get the feel of really living the Spanish life. In the more touristy areas, there are so many foreigners you do not even feel you are in Spain. You can always drive to the larger touristy cities but return to your little corner of Spain. Since Denia is not a tourist town, everything stays open all year long. Visiting off season is not like some other towns where the shops and the bars and restaurants are all closed. Fine dining and shopping are at your disposal at any time.
Among the many sites to see in Denia, the castle is one of the most interesting. Denia is dominated by the hill-top castle, part of which dates back from the Roman times. The castle is open to the public and easy to get to by car or by foot. The castle also houses the museum of archaeology which gives an insight into Denia from Roman to modern times. This landmark, built in the sixteenth century, can be toured any time of the year. The views from inside the castle out onto the surrounding region are spectacular.
Nature lovers will also enjoy Denia. The Montgo mountains are situated between Denia and Javea, and are very popular for walkers. You can go alone, but there are walking groups that make the trip much more fun and interesting. They will know the routes to take in order to enjoy the stunning views over the town and over the water.
You can also get a nice taste of nature in Denia as well. Between the Spanish towns of Javea and Denia are the Montgo mountains which separate the two. On this mountain you can enjoy many walking routes that will let you explore the mountain. You can do this either with a group or on your own, and the experience is great to let you enjoy nature and relax while you’re on your vacation. Between walking in nature and spa’s you can hardly go wrong.
Denia has a long coastline with 20 kilometers of clean sandy beaches. Denia has even received a Blue Flag award for the quality of the water and the sand on its beaches. If you are a water sports enthusiast, be sure to take advantage of the beautiful water for these. Dive, snorkel or windsurf; you can find many shops to rent from. Be sure to check out Les Rotes, a rocky area that is popular for snorkelling and diving and where beautiful underwater life can be viewed.
Denia Beaches
Les Deveses
L'Almadrava
Els Molins
Les Bovetes
Les Marines
Albaranas
Punta Raset
La Marineta Cassiana
El Trampoli
Unlike some of the bigger tourist areas, Denia doesn’t close down after the summer vacation season has ended, giving you the chance to travel in the less crowded off seasons, where you’ll get to visit local bars, restaurants, and stores.
Fiestas in Denia
Well known for its large number of fiestas and festivals Denia is an excellent place to go to enjoy this great Spanish tradition. Fiestas include the Three Wise Men (January), the Falles bonfires (March), the Patron Saint Fiestas, the Bous a la Mar (July), the All Saint Attraction Fair (October) and of course the Moors and Christians (August).
Tourist Information Offices in Denia
Tourist Info Dénia
Plaza Oculista Buigues, 9
03700 Dénia
Telefone: 96 642 23 67
Fax: 96 578 09 57
Email: denia@touristinfo.net
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