10 reasons to visit Gandia

1. Its incredible beaches

Surely, you already know that its beach is one of the most popular in Spain, but you may not know that it has a total of more than five kilometers of coastline with transparent waters and fine golden sand where you can swim, walk, read, practice water sports… Time will fly by on its lively Playa Nord but also on the tranquil beaches of Venecia, Rafalcaid, and d’Auir.

2. The Esmorzaret

Blessed ritual Breakfast, ‘esmorzaret,’ brunch… no matter what you call it because once you taste it, there’s no turning back Between 9:00 and 11:00 in the morning, one enjoys a good sandwich filled with top-quality cured meats, omelettes, ‘figatells,’ beef, ‘all i oli’… accompanied by olives, salad, or peanuts And let’s not forget the beer or the wine with soda to accompany it. Choose your bar or restaurant and say goodbye to your coffee and croissant combo; you’ll see how you won’t miss it

3. Evening strolls.

When the sun sets, the promenade is the best place to be. Taking a stroll or having a drink with the sea breeze is a delight, especially this year since it has been closed to traffic to provide more space and avoid crowds Another option is to stroll along the harbor jetty to see the panoramic view of Playa Nord or head to the old town of Gandia to wander through its charming streets.

4. Having a drink or two

We know it, a refreshing drink by the sea tastes better than anywhere else in the world And even more in Gandia, with those beach bars in the sand that make you enjoy that moment even more. These are good reasons why Gandia has captivated us Another good option is to visit one of the bars or clubs in the area Would you like more options? In Gandia, you’ll find nightclubs that have adapted to the new safety measures so that we can relive those timeless moments with maximum security.”

5. Discovering incredible landscapes

Anyone who says that Gandia is only a beach is mistaken because it is surrounded by rugged mountains and mountain ranges Since we know you’ll enjoy connecting with nature, bring your hiking boots to explore the Sierra de Falconera, Mónduver, or the marshland

6 Trying the authentic fideuà

They don’t deceive us; the authentic fideuà is in Gandia No substitutes here; they cook with fresh fish from the fish market, following the traditional recipe The secret? A good fumet—with prawns, langoustines, and rock fish from the Grau Fish Market—and the special touch that each chef adds Of course, always respecting the tradition Indeed, the fideuà alone would be reason enough for Gandia to have captivated us a hundred times.

7. Traveling to prehistory

You don’t have to go far to visit one of the most important archaeological sites in Europe: La Cueva del Parpalló Some of the first Homo sapiens to arrive in the area inhabited La Cueva del Parpalló Incredible, right? Moreover, it is the most important prehistoric sanctuary of the peninsular Mediterranean religion.

8. Stepping into the shoes of the Borgias

How did the most powerful family in history live? To discover it, the best thing is to stroll through the city to see the Collegiate Church of Santa María and, above all, the Ducal Palace With more than 600 years of history, among its guests, we find Saint Francis Borgia, who was born, lived, and died in this building Be warned, it is one of the most important buildings in the entire Valencian Community

9. Sunrises from the sea

Set your alarm clock and wake up early at least one day to see the sunrise from the sea. You’ll see how you never regret it, and you’ll remember it for the rest of your life Our favorite places? La Playa Nord and the espigón.

10. Its shops and markets

When traveling there is a time for shopping and in Gandia, with its more than a thousand establishments, it was not going to be any less. In addition to the traditional neighborhood stores, we find markets where you can buy all kinds of products.