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Calpe’s old town once stood behind defensive walls. The Torreó de la Peça is one of the main surviving structures from Calpe’s former fortified enclosure. It stands beside the old church, surrounded by streets that now give little sense of the attacks, repairs and rebuilding that shaped the area. Pirates repeatedly targeted Calpe because of … Read more
Arenal Bol is the beach most visitors choose when they want a straightforward day by the sea without leaving central Calpe. It’s 1.2 kilometres of fine golden sand, the water’s usually calm, and a promenade lined with restaurants, cafés and ice cream shops sits right behind it. Lifeguards, toilets, sunbed rental and accessible bathing all … Read more
La Muralla Roja is one of Calpe’s most recognisable buildings, but it isn’t open as a public attraction. There are no entrance tickets or general visiting hours, and you can’t book a tour of the interior. The building contains private homes, and access is limited to residents, invited guests, authorised visitors and people staying in … Read more
Calpe’s Oktoberfesters is expected to return in October 2026, but the official dates and programme haven’t been announced yet. Recent editions have taken place at the Parc de la Creativitat, with German beer, food, live bands and DJs continuing late into the night. It’s a ten-minute walk from my place, and the atmosphere on the … Read more
Virgen de las Nieves Calpe fiestas aren’t built around one procession and one firework display. The main patronal programme runs from Friday 31 July to Sunday 9 August 2026, moving through traditional ceremonies, children’s activities, live music, religious events, mascletàs and the Castell a la Mar. The central date is Wednesday 5 August, the feast … Read more
Calpe Pop Festival is back, and the 2026 festival is stretching across three nights for the first time. The Parc de la Creativitat will host Spanish pop, flamenco-influenced music, rock, DJs and one large Queen tribute show on Thursday 13, Friday 14 and Saturday 15 August 2026. Kiko Veneno opens the festival on Thursday. Marta … Read more
Calpe’s fiesta calendar isn’t one long summer party. The year moves between religious processions, neighbourhood celebrations, fireworks, marching bands, beach gatherings and large historical parades. Some events last one evening. Others take over streets for several days and change how you move around the town. The biggest celebrations for most visitors are the Virgen de … Read more
Calpe’s Saturday market is split across two nearby areas. The larger market on Avenida de Rumanía is mainly for clothes, shoes, bags, accessories and household goods. The food market near the old town is where you’ll find fruit, vegetables and other produce. Both run on Saturday mornings, but they feel like two different markets. The … Read more
Calpe’s Moors and Christians festival isn’t one parade followed by a few fireworks. For several days, the celebration moves between Avenida Gabriel Miró, Arenal Bol beach, Plaza Mayor and the Old Town, bringing together elaborate costumes, marching bands, gunpowder, religious acts and a story that belongs specifically to Calpe. The confirmed dates for 2026 are … Read more
Calle Puchalt’s Spanish-flag steps appear in most photographs of the area, but the tower and walls are more interesting. They reveal how Calpe developed long before its beaches, apartment towers and seafront became the town most visitors know today. The historic centre is small, but there’s more to it than one photograph. The key is … Read more