The best running trails around La Vall D'Ebo

The building complex consists of a former Franciscan monastery and the associated church, which is dedicated to the Holy Family. The complex was built towards the end of the 19th century. The church is built in the neo-Gothic style and is characterized by pointed arches, high windows and a striking bell tower. Surrounded by the tranquil landscape of the Marina Alta, the place is today both a religious center and an interesting historical building in the region.

We took the stairs to the Barranc de l'Infern and, once at the bottom, hiked a bit further into the gorge. On the way back, we accidentally took the stairway on the other side of the river. So we arrived at the top, tired but satisfied, just as our water supply had run out. Then we realized we were wrong. The only option was to go back down into the gorge and then back up on the other side... without water or food. We were rather happy to find a natural spring at the top of the road at the end, where we could refresh our thirsty bodies... Fortunately, it all ended well!

Just off the road between Sagra and Pego, the small turnoff toward Vall d’Ebo leads into one of the most beautiful and tranquil climbs in the Costa Blanca mountains. It may not be famous outside of cycling circles — but pros know it well: Tadej Pogačar holds the Strava KOM on this climb. From the Pego side, the ascent runs for about 8 km, gaining 400 metres at a steady average of 5%. The road is smooth, quiet, and beautifully engineered — with a flowing rhythm and wide, elegant curves. The landscape is peaceful and wild, with cliffs, pines, and far-reaching views. At the top, just before you descend into Vall d’Ebo, you’re rewarded with a spectacular view in both directions: looking back, the coastline and the Mediterranean Sea; looking ahead, the lush green valley of Vall d’Ebo, framed by rugged ridges and rocky outcrops. It’s a rare and stunning double panorama. If you continue past the village, you can create a magnificent loop via Pla de Petracos, riding through remote canyons and ancient rock formations before descending into Benigembla and back to the Vall de Pop. If you're riding from Vall d’Ebo toward Pego, the climb is shorter — about 3 km at 6% — but still very scenic, especially as you rise above the valley with dramatic views behind you. Vall d’Ebo may be quiet, but it’s world-class: pure road, total calm, and the kind of climb you’ll want to ride again and again.

the 2nd barranco you meet, after climbing out of the first barranco and descending again

The first descent of 300m via a large section of the 6800 steps, brings you to the first barranco, Rio Girona

Nice climb on a quiet road.

Very nice laundry room

Convento Franciscano e Iglesia de la Sagrada Familia Das Franziskanerkloster (span. Convento de los Franciscanos, katal. Convento de los Franciscanos) In dem Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts im valencianischen Romantikstil erbaute Franziskanerkloster birgt in seinem Klostergang eine Figur des Bruders Fray Pascual Nadal. Er war Sohn Pegos und wird in China als Märtyrer verehrt.