Viewpoints

Or also Miradores in Jávea and Moraira

Jávea’s coast features numerous, very well-signposted viewpoints with information boards in Spanish and English. These include among others:

Cap de Sant Antoní:

The cape extends 160 m out from the sea and is located in Jávea’s district Les Planes. It forms the end of the extension of Montgó, the mountain dominating the area to the west of the cape. The north flank of the cape is very steep and rugged and is called La Tramontana (behind the mountain). The south flank is somewhat flatter and, particularly towards the harbor, is built up with magnificent villas. At the tip there is a 17-meter high lighthouse. A must for anyone who wants to see Jávea, its harbor and the entire bay from above.

Creu del Portitxol: 

The Cross of Portichol stands on a hill between Cap Prim and Cap Negre opposite the island Isla de Portichol. The rocks of the island that drop steeply into the sea are a popular diving area.

Hike from the cross northward along the coast to Cap de Marti and admire the view over the entire bay of Jávea and the Montgó. The path to the rocky point can be reached in about 30 minutes with good footwear and offers a constantly impressive view of the sea and cliffs. The sea is so crystal clear that you can recognize every stone from above.

Hike from the cross southward along an equally beautiful hiking trail, sun-protected through the pleasantly fragrant pine forest, and reach in about 20 minutes the bay Cala Barraca or Cala Portitxol and reward yourself with a delicious drink in one of the beach bars.

Cap de la Nau (the lighthouse):

Cap de la Nau forms the easternmost point of the region and is the closest point on the Spanish mainland to the Balearic island of Ibiza.

With suitable weather conditions, the island, about 85 km away, can be seen from here.

The cape, which for centuries was an important navigation point for shipping, received in 1914 at 102 m height above the sea a

lighthouse of 20 m height, whose tip is thus located 122 m above the sea.

Besides normal rock vegetation, you will find here Aleppo pines, wild olive trees and palms. The sharp coastal wind causes the trees to grow crooked and stunted. The beauty and ecological value has prompted the authorities to place the area under special nature protection.

At the foot of the rock is the Cova dels Orguens, a large cave accessible by small boats, where you can also anchor.

Moraira also has numerous viewpoints along a stretch of about 5 km:

Hike from the beach “El Portet” to “Cap Blanc” and enjoy many beautiful viewpoints with views of the Mediterranean and the coast. The route takes you through the picturesque town of Moraira, where you will find many opportunities to rest in one of the numerous restaurants.

You have the best view of the bay of Moraira if you follow the signs at the beach of “El Portet” to the old watchtower “Torre Vigia Cap dOr”. With a fantastic view of the “Peñón de lIfach” and on clear days even of Ibiza, you will be rewarded for the strenuous climb.