Villajoyosa

Villajoyosa:

Villajoyosa is a hidden gem of a resort located on Spain’s Northern Costa Blanca shoreline neatly sandwiched between Benidorm and San Juan.

Villajoyosa is known to have the whitest sandy beaches in the whole of the Costa Blanca and having blue flag status.  The long stretch of white sand is framed by a promenade with bars and restaurants mostly of a Spanish nature with plenty of palm trees providing the necessary shade for a good day out.

The beach also has an extensive play area for small children.

Villajoyosa has some great walks along the coast, this is known in Spanish as Caminos de la Costa. The Xarco walk heads south after you have crossed the River Amadorio, highlights include the shrine of the Virgin de la Salud, the Paradis and Bol Nou beaches and the Xarco watchtower.

You can also try the Cala walk, heading north this route is more rocky with cliffs, highlights include the Arrabal houses, the Bay of Vila Joiosa, fishing harbour and the Estudiants, Torres and Raco del Conill beaches as well as the Roman funeral tower Torre de Sant Josep.

Villajoyosa is home to the famous Valor chocolate factory. Valor is the brand of chocolate most commonly sold at the local supermarkets like the Mercadonna, Masymas, Eroski and Carrefour (in nearby Benidorm) and makes for a good day out. 

Market day in Villajoyosa is on Thurdays. Fish markets are held on a daily basis in the port and flea markets are held on Sundays.