Calpe

Calpe

Alicante / Alacant

Calpe is a charming coastal town on Spain's Costa Blanca, famous for its iconic, giant limestone rock promontory, the Penyal d'Ifac Natural Park. It features beautiful sandy beaches, an old fishing port, and a vibrant Old Town, making it a popular holiday destination.

Practical Travel Guide for Calpe

Make your journey smoother with essential practical information to read before traveling.

Visa Information

Part of the Schengen Area, allowing visa-free travel for up to 90 days for many nationalities.

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Getting Around

Calpe's town center and beach areas are easily navigable on foot. Local bus services connect parts of the town. Renting a car is the most convenient way to explore other towns on the Costa Blanca.

Local Flavors

Calpe's cuisine is a blend of Valencian tradition and Mediterranean flavors, with a strong emphasis on fresh seafood. Restaurants around the fishing port offer the best of the daily catch.

Arroz a Banda (Rice cooked in fish broth)Llandeta (Fish stew)Fideuà (Seafood noodle dish)