The Dutch Flemish Association Calpe

The Dutch Flemish Association Calpe (NVVC), also known as El Club, has been a lively meeting place for Dutch speakers on the Costa Blanca since 1986. . The association aims to promote contact between members and with the Spanish population.. In the modern clubhouse Horizonte on La Fossa Boulevard, people come together to play sports, relax and take part in cultural activities ..

Activities and events

The association offers a wide range of more than 25 different activities throughout the year. Members are informed weekly of the current program via a club email and the Facebook page ‘The NVVC Clubhouse’ ..

Offerings include:

Sports and exercise: hiking, billiards, darts, petanque, golf and a special E-bike group;
Creativity and culture: painting, ceramics classes and exhibitions by local artists;
Relaxation: bridge and social gatherings such as the annual Mussel Festival;
Education: Spanish classes to promote integration in the region ..

Meeting and hospitality

The heart of the association is the clubhouse with professional kitchen facilities. This the place where members gather for socializing and meals ..

Opening hours are as follows:

Wednesday and Friday evenings: socializing at the bar starting at 5 p.m.;
Kitchen: open from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. for dishes from the extensive menu;
Weekdays: open during the day based on scheduled club activities.

Volunteers and welcome

The NVVC is growing rapidly and now has more than 600 members. This success is due to the efforts of over 120 volunteers who keep the bar, kitchen and various committees running. New residents to the area are welcome to get acquainted. On Wednesdays and Fridays between 17.30 and 19.30 there is a welcome team ready to answer all questions.