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Travelling by motorhome along the Costa Blanca
Villajoyosa, Altea and Calpe: three must-see stops for your next camper getaway along the Costa Blanca.
By Isaac Borrás — OneVan ·
The Costa Blanca is one of Spain's most complete destinations for motorhome travel. Climate, landscape, food and a coastline that never stops surprising you. In this post I share three stops you can't skip.
Villajoyosa — The town of coloured houses. Villajoyosa is one of those places you fall in love with at first sight. Its façades painted yellow, blue, red and green have a practical explanation: sailors coloured them to recognise their home from the sea. Today that detail makes it one of the most photogenic towns on the Costa Blanca. Stroll through the old town, head down to the beach (quieter than Benidorm) and, if you have a sweet tooth, visit the Valor chocolate factory. It's one of the oldest in Spain and open to visitors.
Altea — Old town, coves and sunsets. Altea has something special. The old town, with its cobbled streets and the blue-domed church at the top, is one of the prettiest in the Valencia region. But what I really love about Altea are its coves. You can park the motorhome on the promenade and walk down for a swim in crystal-clear water. The sunset from the old town viewpoint is, without exaggeration, one of the best I've ever seen.
Calpe — The Peñón de Ifach and the salt flats. The Peñón de Ifach is a 332-metre rock rising from the sea that has become the symbol of Calpe. If you're up for the climb (the route takes about 2 hours), the views from the top are stunning. Right next door are the Calpe salt flats, where you can see flamingos in season. Two completely different spots, 10 minutes apart.
Where to park the motorhome. In Villajoyosa there's a service area next to the beach. In Altea, the seafront promenade has designated zones. In Calpe, the car park next to the salt flats allows motorhomes. None of the three is free in high season, but the prices are reasonable (between €8 and €15/night).
Fancy the Costa Blanca? If you'd like to do this route with one of our motorhomes, message me on WhatsApp and I'll put together a personalised itinerary for you.
