Benitachell (or Benitatxell in Valencian) is a town in the North-eastern part of the province of Alicante. It belongs to the region of Valencia in Spain and it is positioned at the Costa Blanca between Jávea and Moraira. You will find Benitachell at a distance of about 90 km from the airport of Alicante and about 100 km from Valencia.

Benitachell has a surface area of 1265 km 2 and, in 2001, it had 3425 inhabitants. The number of inhabitants has since grown, in part because of the building of the subdivision of Cumbre del Sol. This new urbanization is built on the mountain Cumbre. By 2006, Benitachell had 4276 inhabitants.

Benitachell is an independent town, founded in 1698, and is an important service centre for the large surrounding agricultural areas of the Costa Blanca , especially for the area that grows the Muscatel grapes.
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In the alcove of Cova del Moro, prehistoric discoveries have been found which date back to 18.000 years ago. Other historical findings in this area show a long history of occupation by Iberians, Romans and Andalucians.

After the area was conquered by the Catalan-Aragonians in 1244, historical circumstances led to this area of Alqueria de Benitachell being deserted. Colonists came back in 1698 and this time they called their “pueblo” Poble Nou de Benitatxell. At the present time, the main economical sectors are agriculture, the production of muscatel grapes and the service industry .
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Benitachell lies in an interior area of the Costa Blanca, but its environs end with a coastal stretch of 2 km with two caves: the Cala Llebeig and the Tiestos, a cave for nudists. It is a rough coastline with several cliffs that at some points protrude out into the sea and are over 100 meters high. Sailing along the coast, this is a beautiful sight to behold. It is the perfect spot for diving enthusiasts to enjoy imposing caves and other underwater landscapes.

For those who may prefer sunbathing, there is an alcove named Cala del Moraig with a beautiful pebble-stone beach and crystal clear water. A little further along the coast you will find the alcove of La Cala dels Testos, a small, intimate pebble-stoned beach. La Cala dels Testos is almost inaccessible and it is a wonderful place for all those who would like to get away from the hassle of life.
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The rocks of the Cumbre del Sol at Benitachell are ideal for walking and hiking, with a beautiful view of the sea. Besides the Cumbre del Sol the environment of Benitachell has many different and sometimes challenging routes for hiking. Around Benitachell you can make beautiful walks through the surrounding area or an adventurous hike over the mountains and along the cliffs. Please let the local tourist office inform you regarding safety precautions before you start your hike!

Benitachell is a charming town in a beautiful environment, an ideal place to rest and relax. And in case you would like to take a little excursion, the environment provides many interesting and charming white-chalked little towns to explore. If, perhaps, you would like more activities, you can use a car to quickly get to one of the busier tourist towns like Moraira or Jávea

Benitachell is also not far from Benidorm, where you can find multiple amusement parks, such as Terra Mítica , Spain ’s first theme park. This park is divided into five areas; the five lost civilisations of yore and the attractions will take you back to the myths and legends of these ancient cultures.

Aqualandia is a water park where all ages can spend an unforgettable day in the many swimming pools with diving boards, lazy rivers, waterfalls, and water slides.

For a tour of beautiful exotic animals and sea creatures, as well as various shows and other attractions you can visit Safari Park Vergel or the Mundomar zoo.
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Typical Spanish dishes are highly available in Benitachell. The trademark dish of this area (as well as the entire Costa Blanca ) is undoubtedly rice. It is prepared more than 300 different ways.

Seaside restaurants always offer fish and shellfish on their menus. The countless (fish)restaurants in the harbour serve the most delicious local specialities on offer: Dorade, Lubina a la Sal (in a crust of salt) or grilled with a nip of olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice.
The cuisine the Costa Blanca also includes honey-sweet deserts, such as nougat and ice cream from Xixona, grapes, raisins, dates, almond pie, pastry drenched in sweet syrup accompanied by coffee licor from Alcoy and herb licor from the Sierra Mariola. The premium red, light red, and ros wines originate from the Alto Vinalop and Marina Alta districts