Altea is a region on Spain's Costa Blanca, defined by a varied landscape that encompasses both Mediterranean coastline and significant mountain ranges like the Sierra de Bernia and Sierra Helada. This geographical composition provides diverse terrain, making it suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. The area's microclimate further supports year-round outdoor activity.
Altea offers a wide array of outdoor activities, with more than 200 routes available across…
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4.6
(149)
540
hikers
4.07km
01:14
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(76)
636
hikers
18.4km
07:14
930m
950m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
(517)
2,536
hikers
9.54km
03:33
390m
390m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.2
(10)
36
hikers
4.03km
01:04
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(4)
261
riders
50.0km
02:09
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(4)
1,968
riders
110km
05:41
1,950m
1,950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(15)
1,665
riders
44.4km
02:06
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(7)
858
riders
32.1km
01:38
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
(4)
31
riders
45.9km
04:25
1,250m
1,250m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.5
(6)
23
riders
48.6km
04:12
1,120m
1,120m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
209
riders
42.6km
03:58
970m
970m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
(1)
154
riders
61.7km
05:40
1,520m
1,520m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.2
(5)
29
riders
31.9km
02:28
660m
660m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
907
riders
60.7km
04:24
1,280m
1,280m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(32)
702
riders
61.8km
04:20
1,170m
1,170m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(56)
329
riders
35.0km
02:06
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
39.9km
03:17
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
92.1km
08:18
1,950m
1,950m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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17
riders
70.6km
05:36
1,590m
1,590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
55.5km
04:32
1,440m
1,440m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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19
runners
5.45km
00:52
240m
240m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(10)
994
runners
9.10km
00:56
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
359
runners
12.5km
01:22
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
207
runners
15.8km
02:45
860m
860m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
(14)
141
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(12)
131
hikers
6.11km
02:11
260m
260m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
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25
hikers
11.4km
04:43
580m
580m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(3)
19
hikers
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Altea offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 290 routes for these sports. Over 21,000 visitors have rated routes in Altea with an average of 4.41 out of 5 stars.
Altea provides diverse road cycling routes, from flat coastal stretches along the sea to demanding inland climbs. Routes utilize well-maintained secondary roads and include ascents to mountain passes such as Coll de Rates and Guadalest. The Altea 'green corridor' also offers flat, safe routes connecting urban areas.
Hiking trails in Altea are primarily found in the Sierra de Bernia and Serra Gelada Natural Park. The Sierra de Bernia offers varied terrain from relaxed walks to challenging climbs, with the Bernia summit providing panoramic views. The 'Forat de Bernia' in Serra Gelada leads to a notable lookout point.
Yes, Altea features mountain biking trails along the Algar riverbed and rural roads through loquat and orange groves. The Sierra de Bernia also offers challenging routes with steep climbs and downhill sections, providing panoramic views. For more information, consult the MTB Trails around Altea guide.
Altea's notable natural features include the Sierra de Bernia and Sierra Helada mountain ranges, which offer rugged cliffs and dense forests. The Algar River Valley is known for its clear waters and natural pools. The coastline features unspoiled pebble beaches and picturesque bays.
Altea provides diverse terrain for touring cycling, encompassing both coastal paths and mountain ascents. An example is the 19.8-mile (31.9 km) 'From Altea to Serra de Toix – Coastal Circular Walk'. Another route is the 37.7-mile (60.7 km) 'Algar Springs Waterfalls – Sa Creueta Pass (780 m) loop from Olla Altea', which includes a significant climb.
Routes in Altea have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 1,200 individual ratings. Over 21,000 visitors have explored routes in the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Altea, including Road Cycling Routes around Altea, Hiking around Altea, and MTB Trails around Altea. Other guides cover Touring cycling, Running, Gravel biking, and Mountain Hikes.
The official tourism website for Altea is visitaltea.es. This site provides additional information regarding local attractions and services. The official website for the municipality is altea.es.
Tourist Info Altea can be contacted by phone at +34 965844114. This number provides direct access to tourist information services for the region.
Yes, Altea features 'Bike-Friendly' establishments that cater to cyclists. These facilities often provide secure bike storage, self-repair workshops, and specialized menus. Professional shops in the area also offer high-end bicycle rentals and technical assistance.
Altea's old town contains numerous viewpoints that offer vistas of the Mediterranean Sea and the Costa Blanca. The Cronistas viewpoint is a particularly significant spot. The Sierra de Bernia also provides panoramic views from its higher elevations.

