Gran Alacant is a residential area of Santa Pola that welcomes residents of all ages. Often overlooked, it not only attracts tourists but also a growing number of residents from various nationalities.
Children benefit from the presence of a second primary school, working-age people enjoy a location close to their professional activities, and retirees appreciate a residential environment f
Gran Alacant is a residential area of Santa Pola that welcomes residents of all ages. Often overlooked, it not only attracts tourists but also a growing number of residents from various nationalities.
Children benefit from the presence of a second primary school, working-age people enjoy a location close to their professional activities, and retirees appreciate a residential environment free of large urban buildings. Many owners have a second home here to enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
The beautiful Carabassí beach stands out, with wooden walkways that protect the dunes, keeping the area virtually free of constructions. In Gran Alacant, you can enjoy activities such as: - Paddle surfing - Snorkeling - Kayaking - Paragliding - Outdoor gymnastics
For those who prefer to relax, sunbed rentals are available. There are plenty of opportunities to stroll through the pine forest or along the promenade, cycle, or simply admire the landscape and local wildlife by following trails leading to the lighthouse and the Gran Alacant boardwalk. Also noteworthy is the Clot de Galvany Nature Reserve, an ideal spot for observing migratory birds.
Gran Alacant offers a wide range of supermarkets, small shops, restaurants, and bars. These venues organize activities such as quiz contests and karaoke, sports broadcasts, and celebrations of festivals like Saint George’s Day, Saint Patrick’s Day, Epiphany, and, of course, Bastille Day.
Santa Pola is just a few kilometers from Gran Alacant, accessible by bus or car. This fortified town hosts exhibitions, medieval markets, weddings, and festive events; it recently served as the setting for a film about Cervantes’ captivity. Just a five-minute walk away is the port area, where you can have a drink, enjoy Spanish cuisine, or stroll among the many boats and yachts docked there.
Only 15 minutes from Gran Alacant is the cosmopolitan city of Alicante, an ideal destination for a day trip. History lovers will find two Muslim-era castles and the MARQ Museum, which features various exhibitions.