Ideal Mediterranean climate all year round
Jávea enjoys an enviable climate, with an average annual temperature of 19ºC and more than 300 days of sunshine a year, considered by the World Health Organization (WHO) as one of the healthiest climates in Europe. This feature makes Jávea a perfect destination for both holidays and permanent residences.
Unique environments: La Villa, El Puerto and El Arenal
The city is divided into three main zones:
- La Villa: the old town, where the Town Hall, the Food Market, the Chapel of Santa Ana, the Archaeological Museum and the Culture Centre are located.
- The Port or Customs of the Sea: the heart of the sea, with the fish market and the emblematic Church of Our Lady of Loreto.
- El Arenal: the most touristic area, with its promenade, the famous Arenal Beach and the only National Parador on the entire Costa Blanca.
Beaches and coves with crystal clear waters
Jávea offers 20 kilometres of coastline with a wide variety of beaches and coves, all with transparent and calm waters:
- La Grava Beach
- First Muntanyar or Benissero
- Arenal Beach
- Segon Muntanyar
- Cala Blanca
- Cala Sardinera
- Cala Barraca or Portitxol
- Cala Ambolo
- Cala Granadella (recognized among the most beautiful in Spain)
They are ideal for diving, snorkeling, paddle surfing, kayaking, or simply relaxing in an unparalleled natural environment.
Culture, festivals and lifestyle
Jávea combines tradition and modernity, with a vibrant cultural agenda. Their parties include:
- Bonfires of San Juan
- Moors and Christians
- Bous a la Mar (bulls in the sea)
- Living Chess, declared of National Tourist Interest
- Maritime procession in honour of the Virgen del Carmen
Sports activities
The town has excellent facilities and conditions for:
- Golf: Jávea Golf Club, La Sella Golf, Oliva Nova Golf, among others
- Tennis, hiking, diving, sailing, cycling
- Club Náutico Jávea and access to multiple marinas
Services available in Jávea
Bless you:
- Jávea Puerto Health Center
- Hospital Marina Salud Dénia (20 km)
- San Carlos Jávea Polyclinic
- IMED Teulada (6 km)
- Hospital La Pedrera (20 km)
Education:
- Local schools: Graüll, L'Arenal, Vicente Tena, María Inmaculada, Trenc d'Alba, Port de Xàbia
- International Schools:
- First Independent Primary School
- Xàbia International College
- The Lady Elizabeth School (Benitachell)
- Lope de Vega International School (Benidorm)
- Nurseries: Caragolets, Minairons
- Secondary School: Josep Iborra
Trade and services:
- Supermarkets: Mercadona, Lidl, Consum, Mas y Mas, Supercor
- Portal de La Marina Shopping Centre (18 km)
Nearby golf courses:
- Club de Golf Jávea
- La Sella Golf Resort (11 km)
- Club Golf Ifach Benissa (14 km)
- Oliva Nova Golf (29 km)
- Altea Golf Club (36 km)
Marinas:
- Jávea Marina
- Club Náutico Dénia and Marina Dénia (13 km)
- Moraira Yacht Club (12 km)
- Campomanes and Altea Yacht Club (37 km)
- Puerto Deportivo Bassetes (20 km)
Transport and access
- The AP-7 motorway (exit 62) and the N-332 road connect Jávea with the rest of the Costa Blanca
- Regular bus line with destinations such as Dénia, Alicante, Valencia and Madrid
- Alicante-Elche Airport (89 km) with daily bus service
- Valencia-Manises Airport (119 km)
- Ferry from Dénia (10 km) with daily connections to Ibiza, Mallorca and Formentera
Tourist Information
Tourist Info Xàbia Centre
Pl. de l'Església, 4
96 579 43 56
xabiacentre@touristinfo.net
Tourist Info Xàbia Port
Pl. President Adolfo Suárez, 11
96 579 07 36 –
info@xabia.org
Tourist Info Xàbia Arenal
Ctra. Cabo de la Nao – Pla. Urb. la Plaza –
96 646 06 05
xabiaarenal@touristinfo.net