CALPE HISTORY:- Calpe was known to be the site of Iberian settlements and later the Romans built a fish salting factory - Los Banos de la Reina (Queen's Baths) near to the modern day promenade. During the Arab Occupation (8th - 13th Centuries) the Castle of Calpe was constructed and Calpe was controlled by the Moors until about 1240 when it was re-conquered for the Christian king Jaime I. In 1290 a small town called Ifach was constructed by the Aragonese admiral Roger de Lauria on the slopes of Penon de Ifach and later under Pedro II of Aragon, the walls of the town were fortified to ward of morisco attacks. In 1359 during the War of the Two Pedro's (Pedro II of Aragon and Pedro I of Castille) the town of Ifach was destroyed and its inhabitants took refuge in a farmhouse on a hill overlooking the bay and this was the base around which the modern day Calpe grew. The town which developed was a walled town, essential at the time, as there were constant attacks from Berber pirates and in 1637 Calpe was sacked and 290 people taken to Algiers, where they remained captive for 5 years until they were released in exchange for pirate prisoners and gold. Calpe at this time had around 350 inhabitants. During the 17th Century an increase in population resulted in a number of Calpe's inhabitants having to live outside of the town's walls and during the 18th Century several projects were undertaken to extend the town walls in order to contain this growth. This growth continued into the 19th Century at which time there was a considerable increase in the marine activities of the town - fishing and related industries became more important, also the production of salt. In the 1930's a small tourism industry developed, as the first beachside hotels were built to provide holidays for the emergent middle-classes. Growth of the tourism industry continued in Calpe throughout the 1940's and 1950's and accelerated rapidly in the 1960's as it did along the whole of the Costa Blanca. Agriculture (almonds, raisins and carob beans), fishing and salt production have been the mainstays of Calpe's economy up until the emergence of tourism which has now taken over as the main money earner.
PLACES TO VISIT:- There is plenty to see and do in and around Calpe, sun lovers will no doubt head for one of the fine sandy beaches for which Calpe is renowned and water sports enthusiasts will find lots of activities to keep them happy. In the beach and promenade area are Los Banos de la Reina (The Queen's Baths), the remains of a Roman fish salting factory. Everyone will of course want to visit the spectacular Penon de Ifach rock formation, now a protected Natural Park, it was once a watchtower from which the inhabitants of Calpe could spot attacks from Berber pirates. It is now possible to climb to the top of the 330m high rock (a tunnel was constructed in 1918 to make this task easier) and enjoy breathtaking views of Calpe and the surrounding coastline. The number of visitors allowed on the rock at any one time is restricted however - so arrive early especially during the busy summer months. Also worth a visit are the fishing port, the Archaeological Museum, the Festival Museum, the Hermitage of San Salvador, the Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de la Nieves and Mariners Square. Not so far distant is the huge tourist resort of Benidorm with its many fine facilities and attractions.
FIESTAS:- Calpe, like most Spanish towns and villages has its fair share of fiestas and celebrations and these include - The Moros y Cristianos (Moors and Christians), 21st - 24th October, the Midsummer's Festival, June 24th, the fiesta in honour of Calpe's patron saint La Virgen de las Nieves with many fireworks and outdoor parties, held on August 5th, and the Feast of Saint Joseph in March.
BEACHES:- Calpe Beaches - There are a good number of excellent beaches both in and around Calpe, some of the better known ones include Cala Morelló - sandy, Playa Cantal Roig - sandy, Cala La Manzanera - pebbles, Cala Calalga - pebbles, Playa Puerto Blanco - sand and pebbles, Cala El Racó - pebbles, excellent for diving and fishing.
CHURCHES:- Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves (Iglesia Parroquial de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves), the Old Church (Iglesia Antigua) from the 15th Century.
GASTRONOMY:- The cuisine of Calpe is traditionally based on rice and fish and it is a great place to try one of the many types of paella. Calpe is also well known for a traditional fisherman's dish known as 'Llauna de Calpe' which is a type of fish stew containing mixed fish, garlic, olive oil, red pepper, parsley, saffron, salt and water.
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PLACES TO VISIT:- There is plenty to see and do in and around Calpe, sun lovers will no doubt head for one of the fine sandy beaches for which Calpe is renowned and water sports enthusiasts will find lots of activities to keep them happy. In the beach and promenade area are Los Banos de la Reina (The Queen's Baths), the remains of a Roman fish salting factory. Everyone will of course want to visit the spectacular Penon de Ifach rock formation, now a protected Natural Park, it was once a watchtower from which the inhabitants of Calpe could spot attacks from Berber pirates. It is now possible to climb to the top of the 330m high rock (a tunnel was constructed in 1918 to make this task easier) and enjoy breathtaking views of Calpe and the surrounding coastline. The number of visitors allowed on the rock at any one time is restricted however - so arrive early especially during the busy summer months. Also worth a visit are the fishing port, the Archaeological Museum, the Festival Museum, the Hermitage of San Salvador, the Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de la Nieves and Mariners Square. Not so far distant is the huge tourist resort of Benidorm with its many fine facilities and attractions.
FIESTAS:- Calpe, like most Spanish towns and villages has its fair share of fiestas and celebrations and these include - The Moros y Cristianos (Moors and Christians), 21st - 24th October, the Midsummer's Festival, June 24th, the fiesta in honour of Calpe's patron saint La Virgen de las Nieves with many fireworks and outdoor parties, held on August 5th, and the Feast of Saint Joseph in March.
BEACHES:- Calpe Beaches - There are a good number of excellent beaches both in and around Calpe, some of the better known ones include Cala Morelló - sandy, Playa Cantal Roig - sandy, Cala La Manzanera - pebbles, Cala Calalga - pebbles, Playa Puerto Blanco - sand and pebbles, Cala El Racó - pebbles, excellent for diving and fishing.
CHURCHES:- Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves (Iglesia Parroquial de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves), the Old Church (Iglesia Antigua) from the 15th Century.
GASTRONOMY:- The cuisine of Calpe is traditionally based on rice and fish and it is a great place to try one of the many types of paella. Calpe is also well known for a traditional fisherman's dish known as 'Llauna de Calpe' which is a type of fish stew containing mixed fish, garlic, olive oil, red pepper, parsley, saffron, salt and water.
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LOCATION:- Calpe is located on the Northern Costa Blanca coastline between Altea and Jávea and can be reached via the AP-7 motorway or by the N332 coastal road.
OVERVIEW:- Calpe, for centuries just a small fishing village is now a popular tourist destination. Famous mostly for the breathtaking rock formation the Penon de Ifach which overlooks the town, Calpe has a long and distinguished history. Its old fishing port, modern marina and fine sandy beaches attract holidaymakers from all over the world as well as the Spanish themselves. Calpe has a population of approximately 22,000 with around half being of foreign nationality due to its being a popular location for holiday homes and re-location for Northern Europeans.
CLIMATE:- Calpe Weather - Calpe has a warm and temperate climate with an average annual temperature of around 20° C. Temperatures range from a low of about 5° C in the winter to highs reaching 40° C in the summer months. Calpe enjoys over 300 days of sunshine each year making it an ideal location for holidays all year round, evening temperatures can be a little cooler during the winter months but daytime temperatures remain pleasant all year.
OVERVIEW:- Calpe, for centuries just a small fishing village is now a popular tourist destination. Famous mostly for the breathtaking rock formation the Penon de Ifach which overlooks the town, Calpe has a long and distinguished history. Its old fishing port, modern marina and fine sandy beaches attract holidaymakers from all over the world as well as the Spanish themselves. Calpe has a population of approximately 22,000 with around half being of foreign nationality due to its being a popular location for holiday homes and re-location for Northern Europeans.
CLIMATE:- Calpe Weather - Calpe has a warm and temperate climate with an average annual temperature of around 20° C. Temperatures range from a low of about 5° C in the winter to highs reaching 40° C in the summer months. Calpe enjoys over 300 days of sunshine each year making it an ideal location for holidays all year round, evening temperatures can be a little cooler during the winter months but daytime temperatures remain pleasant all year.
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Calpe is located north of Benidorm and Alicante on the northern Costa Blanca, Spain. It is situated just off the N-332 coastal road and can also be accessed from the AP-7 motorway (Junctions 63 or 64).
Using the controls on the top left of the map you can zoom in to see a detailed street map of Calpe or 'pan' around to view any of the surrounding towns and villages such as Benidorm, Altea, Albir, Moraira, Benissa, Teulada, Gata de Gorgos, Guadalest, Callosa D'En Sarria Javea and Denia.
Calpe is approximately 75 kilometres from Alicante (El Altet) airport, a drive of about 1¼ hours, slightly further is the airport at Valencia which is about 133 kilometres away. Booking an airport transfer is advisable when holidaying in Calpe.
Calpe is located north of Benidorm and Alicante on the northern Costa Blanca, Spain. It is situated just off the N-332 coastal road and can also be accessed from the AP-7 motorway (Junctions 63 or 64).
Using the controls on the top left of the map you can zoom in to see a detailed street map of Calpe or 'pan' around to view any of the surrounding towns and villages such as Benidorm, Altea, Albir, Moraira, Benissa, Teulada, Gata de Gorgos, Guadalest, Callosa D'En Sarria Javea and Denia.
Calpe is approximately 75 kilometres from Alicante (El Altet) airport, a drive of about 1¼ hours, slightly further is the airport at Valencia which is about 133 kilometres away. Booking an airport transfer is advisable when holidaying in Calpe.
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