History of Altea

Altea is located at the mouth of the Algar. Iberians were the first to settle there and later the Greeks also came here. The Romans have also left their mark in the town. If you look at the appearance of Altea, you mainly see Greek influences. Altea is a Greek oriented gem on the Costa Blanca. However, do you delve a little deeper into discovering the past? Then you soon notice that there are still a number of hidden historical stories to this day.

Altea is an attraction in itself

Altea old town is a real picture. Take a picture here and you immediately have a beautiful postcard. Walking along the promenade along the coast of Altea, you can already see the famous church.

Altea is built in a mountainous landscape. The architecture of the village has adapted perfectly to this. In the background is a natural spectacle known as the Sierra Bernia.

Cute and colorful

The nice thing about Altea are the old-fashioned houses and the winding streets. These are decorated with colorful elements, including flowers or the occasional lick of paint on the walls. This in combination with the pearly white color makes Altea so authentic.

You can take a lovely walk without directions, because you won’t get lost quickly. You walk up stairs.

Altea Yacht Club

The Yacht Club of Altea offers many services and facilities to enjoy.

• Landing and mooring remain for boats up to 20 meters long after a day of sailing.
• Dry dock service and nautical workshop (polyester, carpentry, electricity and mechanics) for repair and tuning, with all services integrated.
• Space for the collection and management of toxic and hazardous waste. Altea is very committed to the environment and this is observed from all areas.
• Various services such as weather station, laundry, wifi, semi-Olympic swimming pool, tennis court and Social Club restaurant, which will certainly make your stay on site more pleasant.
• Organization of nautical sports events such as rowing, fishing, light sailing and cruising at regional, national and international level. The highlight is the winter regatta “200 miles a2” of recognized prestige and up to 29 years of history, with route Altea-Ibiza-Altea.

Luis Campomanes Marina (Marina Greenwich)

Greenwich Marina is 2 miles away. from Altea and is located on the meridian 000º 00′ 00”. There is no other port that matches this property.

The Mediterranean Sea and its views make the Marina Greenwich a unique and outstanding place on the Costa Blanca. The beaches and coves around it have a special charm and are surrounded by mountains and landscapes that fall in love.

A concept designed for leisure, rest and well-being. It has large fully equipped moorings and good complete communication with the Mediterranean coast and with the center of the peninsula.

Porto Senso Sportclub

The Porto Senso Marina is integrated in a residential complex where nature and culture merge in perfect balance, where it is allowed to enjoy water sports without altering the perfect balance that nature brings to our coastal area.

The complex it integrates consists, next to the port, of an urbanization, spa, hotel …

The creator of Portosenso, Jean Nouvel, is associated with avant-garde architecture, high-level design and distinction for a particular lifestyle.

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