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Exploring the old town of Villajoyosa

On December 30, 2025February 18, 2026 By Guy PelhamIn Things to do and see around Villajoyosa, Villajoyosa - top walks2 Comments

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 10 things to do in Villajoyosa

On November 19, 2025March 6, 2026 By Guy PelhamIn Things to do and see around Villajoyosa5 Comments

Villajoyosa (aka La Vila Joiosa) is the prettiest town on the Costa Blanca. It's my favourite place in Spain. Here are my top ten things to do.

Villajoyosa walks: the harbour to Malladeta

On December 29, 2024February 10, 2026 By Guy PelhamIn Villajoyosa - top walksLeave a comment

Stroll along Villajoyosa seafront, across the river and out to the ruined clifftop tower at Malladeta for a spectacular view along the coast.

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