Local Info & Town Hall (Ayuntamiento) Benissa

It is found between Valencia city and Alicante city with its nearest neighbouring town to be Calpe and easily communicable with other places like Benidorm, Altea, Denia and Torrevieja using either the national highway N/332 or the Pay highway AP-7, and other public transports. Its excellent climatical conditions all year round has given it a beautiful landscape which many tourist take advantage of.

It has over 4 kilometres of coast which has proportioned it with a wide range of activities like quiet coves hidden among pine trees or beaches found after climbing done a small cliff. Some of these hot spots are; el Abogat, el Baladrar, Els Pinets or La Fustera. Look for them!

Benissa is rich with monuments. As you stroll down the centre of the historic area, I felt as though I had come upon a huge museum made up of gorgeous buildings and narrow streets. I started my adventure at the Portal Square.There  There is a very old hospital that had been built for the poor in 1790. Continuing down until the Purissima Street, you’ll see an old church which has the appearance of a fortification from the 14th century. On the right side of this same street there are two noble buildings where there is a branch of the university called Casa Andrew. A few houses away is  the oldest building in Benissa – the Lonja ( or old trade building) from the XVI century where on the top floor trials were held and on the lower floor important business transactions were carried out and is now the Ethnological Museum.

Going back a little and heading for the Angel Street and then onto Desamparados Street, you’ll come across the most prestigious area in Benissa where noblemen had their homes, showing off their family shields, majestic balconies and beautifully laced wrought iron rails.

On Saint Ann Street there is the Riberero Monument dedicated to all the natives of Benissa who had to make sacrifices and leave their home town to go to Valencia to find work in the rice fields and plantations.

In the Jaume I Square I was completely absorbed by the enormous dimensions of the Cathedral of the Pure Mother Mary, symbol for Benissa, its patron Saint and above all, made by the people from there. Its local festivity for their patron saint is the fourth Sunday in April.

Benissa is a very popular destination with people who enjoy water sports. This is because there are facilities and the correct weather conditions for scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, water-skiing, sailing and fishing. Walking and cycling are very popular and are great ways to see the mountains and other scenery around Benissa, as is horse-riding. Golfing holidays are also very popular among both beginners and experts as there are many golfing resorts nearby.

There are restaurants and bars in Benissa but they are quiet and relaxing. The cuisines are Italian, Spanish, Chinese and British amongst others.

Every town and village, no matter how far or close they are to each other has a special dish for the hungry to try and Benissa is no exception. Here the specialty, being true to where it is located, is a stew made with octopus which should be reserved beforehand. And if that does not convince you, one of the rice dishes will definitely fill your tummy, accompanied by a good local wine.

Most of the evening entertainment can be found in the hotels as the nightlife is very moderate and relaxed elsewhere. There are a few fiestas that take place in Benissa offering dancing, displays and fireworks.

There are a few shops with souvenirs and clothing. There are also supermarkets but if you really want to shop then head into Alicante or  Benidorm.

There are a number of buses taking you in and around other resorts as well as some reasonably priced taxis.

Benissa - Perfect Summer Weather All Year Round

Summers in Benissa are very popular as they are so warm. Temperatures have been known to reach 40°C although they are normally around 30°C. There are clear blue skies to enjoy and cool breezes that help to keep you comfortable both day and night. They also make the perfect conditions for the water sports as the water is at a warm temperature. July and August see the best weather with around 11 hours of sunshine a day. If there is rain in the summer then it is over and cleared about in a few hours so you can get back to sunbathing again afterwards. Winters in Benissa are very mild and the minimum temperature is only 12°C. Most of the time, there are very sunny skies, however there is a higher chance of rainfall. The most rain falls in January, however you are still likely to see around 5 hours of sunshine a day.

Town Hall (Ayuntamineto)

Plaza del Portal 1, Benissa 03700

www.ayto-benissa.es

Email: ajuntament@ayto-benissa.es

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