The Torre del Barranc d'Aigües is a lonely watchtower perched 140m feet (450 feet) above the sea, about halfway between Alicante and Benidorm. Views from up here are spectacular; on a clear day, you can see 40km up the coast.
Category: Top walks around Villajoyosa
Top walks around Villajoyosa: the five-beach walk from Malladeta to Xarco watchtower
A gentle coastal walk southwards from the tower at the Malladeta headland on the outskirts of Villajoyosa, taking in five of La Vila’s beaches on the way.
Top walks around Villajoyosa: La Ermita up to the Amadorio reservoir
An easy walk inland from the village of La Ermita up to the imposing dam on the Rio Amadorio with beautiful views of the mountains, catching a few curiosities on the way.
The myths and legends of Puig Campana
If you look into the mountains behind Villajoyosa, one peak dominates the skyline; the one with the square gap in the summit, like a missing tooth. The Puig Campana. But how did that gap get there? Find out more about the legends of La Vila's mountain.
Exploring the old town of Villajoyosa
The brilliantly colourful fishermen's houses in the old town are the iconic image of Villajoyosa. But there's much more to the "casco antiguo" than just the picture postcard seafront. Take a stroll through the narrow streets and pretty squares to sample the atmosphere of the old town and absorb a little of its history.
Top walks around Villajoyosa: the harbour to Malladeta
Stroll along Villajoyosa seafront, across the river and out to the ruined clifftop tower at Malladeta for a spectacular view along the coast.
Top walks around Villajoyosa: Playa de Torres to (almost) Benidorm
Spectacular walk from the pleasant shingle beach of Torres along the rugged coastline to the 16th century watchtower of Torre d’Aguiló, from where you get stunning views of the skyscrapers of Benidorm.
Top walks around Villajoyosa: La Vila to Playa de Torres
This 45 minute stroll from Villajoyosa to Torres is a nice mix of cliff top walking, beautiful sea views and a little history.
Seriously spectacular sea views; the Faro de L’Albir walk
A gem of a walk to Albir Lighthouse along the slopes of the Serra Gelada nature reserve with an amazing panorama across the bay to Altea.
