La Bandideta will be our starting point, its paved path will take you to the beginning of the trail, which is signposted all the way, and the one to follow if you really want to enjoy an amazing experience. Following the signs, you’ll start climbing and soon discover the first viewpoint, from where you will behold spectacular views of La Granadella, Punta de Ambolo and the island of the Explorer.

The route doesn’t end here. Take a deep breath, take a last look from this viewing point, start descending the steps and follow the directions until you reach the side passage that you’ll need to cross with the help of some chains. See it yet? Yes, that’s Granadella Castle and if you turn around you can enjoy the stunning views of Granadella’s Cove.

Granadella Castle is a small fortification built in the 18th century using tosca stone. Belonging to the coastal defensive system of the Kingdom of Valencia, it was occupied by a garrison of three men and two bronze cannons. It is the only defensive structure of public property preserved on the coast of Xàbia.

Shall we continue? You are in the heart of nature, facing the Mediterranean, in a unique setting, but let's continue, we still have a bit of a stretch to go, which will most definitely delight our senses. Keep on climbing as directed and fall in love with these views. Yes, what you see now are the cliffs of Benitatxell, the Cap d'Or in Moraira with its watchtower and finally, in the background, the Penyal d'Ifac.

What did you think? Now, following the trail will lead you to the Mirador de Levante, don’t expect a typical viewpoint, it is an old restored structure with some benches where you can rest and enjoy this beautiful corner of the Alicante coast.

The time has come to return. Follow the dirt trail that will take you to the paved path which leads directly to Granadella.

In order to regain your strength and continue enjoying our little paradise, we suggest a visit to La Bandideta.
How about an ice- cold tinto de verano and a pizza from our wood-fired oven? On the way!

*You can follow the route in Wikiloc to avoid missing out on anything. This platform will help you to follow the route to the Castle and the Mirador de Levante with ease. You can also ask our colleagues at La Bandideta who will be only too happy to guide and advise you.

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Our starting point will be the Creu del Portitxol Viewpoint. We’ll begin this route looking up from the viewpoint to find the beached barge just a few meters away: the island of Portitxol, an islet that measures 300 meters in diameter and was once inhabited.

Get ready for this 2-kilometer round trip (approx. 1 hour), an excursion with an 82 meter incline.

We’ll take the sandy track to the right and we’ll follow the signs for Cap Prim and the white and green markings. We’ll enjoy a straight stretch, on a firm ground of sand, rocks and some steps whcih will help us to continue advancing.

Here we’ll find ourselves in a unique environment, surrounded by vegetation that offers us impressive natural windows to the Mediterranean along the way.

Take a deep breath, open your eyes wide and fall in love with the views that this viewpoint affords you. All along the route you will be able to savour various viewpoints, equipped with wooden rails, to make you fall in love with this place and if necessary, rest.

Shall we continue? To your right you will be leaving the island of Portitxol behind, while to your left you will discover Cala Sardinera, a small virgin cove of gravel and pebbles, which in the past was the perfect place for sardines.

Following the green and white markings you’ll gradually ascend until you catch a glimpse of a series of rocks that protrude from the sea known as Els Pallers, a sign that in just a few meters you will reach the highest point of Cap Prim (59 meters).

Take a deep breath, you've done it. Enjoy this paradise with all five of your senses, you deserve it. Now all we have to do is go back and recharge our batteries at La Bandideta. You’ve earned it!

You can follow the route on Wikiloc to make sure you don’t miss anything. This platform will help you follow the route to Cap Prim with ease. You can also ask our colleagues from La Bandideta who will be only too happy to guide and advise you.

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Make the most of a route in the fresh air and then charge your batteries at #LaBandideta? GO

The point of departure is the Mirador Creu del Portitxol, from where you can see the island of Portitxol.

Get ready for this 1,530 meter trajectory (approx. 45 min), a ride with an 87 meter incline.

We’ll start via the sandy path which is on the right and will continue following the Cala Barraca directions as well as the green and white signs.

We’ll continue following the path which descends gradually and delves between the pine groves. In the middle of nature, breathe and enjoy this beautiful landscape, where you can also see the Mediterranean through the greenery.

It’s a simple route, where by following the directions you will soon get a glimpse of la Cala Barraca. This cove of rocks and boulders is located on the southern slope of the tiny bay of Portitxol, sheltered by Cap Prim and Cap Negre, with stunning breathtaking cliffs.

The cove takes its name from the cottages which the fishermen built there and are still preserved.

Cotinue on a little further and you will arrive at the cove, where you will be able to see in front of you the shoreline of the island of Portitxol, which literally means little port. In former times it was an area for mooring and sheltering of boats which carried out commercial trips along the Mediterranean.

Now all that’s left to do is to enjoy la Bandideta. Senyoret rice on its way?

*You can follow the route on Wikiloc to ensure that you don’t miss anything. This platform will help you to easily follow the ruta Cala Barraca. You can also ask our colleagues at La Bandideta who will be only too happy to guide and advise you.

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This occasion is special, the Cala Bandida Group is celebrating its tenth anniversary and we have chosen this route, from where we can see Cala Bandida, our origins.

You won’t be able to resist this route: it has incredible views of Xàbia and is an emblematic place in the municipality. You can do it by bike, motorbike, car and, of course, on foot. If you choose to do the motorized route, we recommend that you go up the Xàbia-Dénia road (CV-736) and turn right onto the Cap de Sant Antoni road (CV-7362). You’ll then arrive at an area with easy access and parking.

We’ll start along the sandy path that you’ll find to the left of the lighthouse and follow the path marked out by the wooden railings. We’ll reach the first viewpoint, enjoy the wonderful views where you can see Denia and Ibiza in the distance. Now, go back along the same path, until you pass the parking lot, and follow the path framed by the two towers in the form of an entrance that you see before you.

Enjoy the linear descent, a quiet ramble on firm ground; at the bottom of your feet you have Cabo de San Antonio’s Marine Reserve. Don’t miss a single detail of all that surrounds you, this wonderful place is home to important micro-reserves of flora and white quartz.

Let’s continue: on your left you’ll find a path that borders the lighthouse, head towards it and get ready to enjoy. This beautiful promedade will present you with some unique views of the sea and you’ll love the breeze and tranquility of this magical place.

If you have chosen to do the route in the evening, you’ll see that the sunsets from here are incredible. The Mirador de la Marina is the clear protagonist of this moment and from here you can see Cala Bandida, our origins.

Finish up at CB: We hope you liked this special route for our 10th anniversary.
Ten years living life intensely with you.
Now all that remains is to go back and continue enjoying Cala Bandida.

You can follow the route on Wikiloc so as not to miss out on anything. This platform will help you follow the route with ease.

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