{"id":200701,"date":"2025-11-02T13:16:20","date_gmt":"2025-11-02T13:16:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.costablanca.nl\/hiking-trails-paseo-ecologico-benissa\/"},"modified":"2026-04-16T15:17:50","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:17:50","slug":"paseo-ecologico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/","title":{"rendered":"Hiking trail(s) Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico Benissa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1560px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2; --fontsize: 20;\" data-fontsize=\"20\"><b style=\"color: rgb(20, 22, 23); font-size: 18px; letter-spacing: 0.27px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">The <i>Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico<\/i> is one of the most beautiful, four-kilometer hiking trails along the coastline of Benissa on the Costa Blanca.  <\/b><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2; --fontsize: 20;\"><b style=\"color: rgb(20, 22, 23); font-size: 18px; letter-spacing: 0.27px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">This path winds along impressive cliffs, connecting hidden coves (calas) and offering spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and the <i>Pe\u00f1\u00f3n de Ifach<\/i>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The route is perfect for just about anyone because of its low difficulty, even though it contains many stairs and slight inclines.  <\/p>\n<p>It is a beautifully landscaped trail that combines nature, culture and relaxation year-round and is <b>ideal as a morning or afternoon activity<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>This item <span style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); letter-spacing: 0.24px;\">consists of the following 3 parts:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Discover<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, get to know <i>Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico<\/i><\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Experience<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the 3 official hiking trails<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Visiting<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, practical info for your visit<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"Logo Alicante City &amp; Beach\" title=\"6. Cala de les Bassetes Benissa\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-200351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1560px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:10px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #212326;color:#212326\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #212326;color:#212326\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#a_coastal_trail_full_of_unique_nature\" >A coastal trail full of unique nature<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#traces_of_history_and_geology\" >Traces of history and geology<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#an_open-air_museum_the_information_boards\" >An open-air museum: the information boards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#route_1_cala_advocat_%e2%80%93_cala_llobella_northern_route\" >Route 1: Cala Advocat &#8211; Cala Llobella (Northern route).<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#route_2_cala_pinets_%e2%80%93_aula_de_la_mar_middle_route\" >Route 2: Cala Pinets &#8211; Aula de la Mar (Middle Route).<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#route_3_aula_de_la_mar_%e2%80%93_cala_de_les_bassetes_southern_route\" >Route 3: Aula de la Mar &#8211; Cala de les Bassetes (Southern route).<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#videos_from_start_to_finish_and_back_3_routes_together\" >Videos from start to finish and back (3 routes together)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#how_to_get_there_park\" >How to get there &amp; park?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#an_ideal_day_trip_from_the_area\" >An ideal day trip from the area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#food_and_drink_along_the_route\" >Food and drink along the route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#the_ultimate_packing_list\" >The ultimate packing list<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#paseo_ecologico_facts_figures\" >Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico facts &amp; figures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/paseo-ecologico\/#question_answer_faq\" >Question &amp; answer (FAQ)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\" style=\"--awb-font-size:22px;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color5);\"><p><strong>1. Discover, get to know Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a_coastal_trail_full_of_unique_nature\"><\/span>A coastal trail full of unique nature<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The walk is &#8220;ecological&#8221; because it is designed to protect and showcase the special local nature. The coast of Benissa is a <b>flora microreserve<\/b>, especially at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#caladelesbassetes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala de les Bassetes<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/#caladelafustera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cala de la Fustera<\/a>. Rare, protected plants that have adapted to the salty climate and rocky soil grow here:  <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Protected species<\/b>: you will find <i>Helianthemum caput-felis<\/i> (cat&#8217;s head sunflower) and <i>Thymus cabezudo<\/i> (a local species of thyme). These are globally threatened and are protected by the Habitat Directive; <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Smart plants<\/b>: other plants, such as the Mediterranean salt bush, &#8220;sweat out&#8221; tiny salt crystals through their leaves to survive;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Posidonia oceanica<\/b>: look into the sea and you will see dark spots. This is not an alga, but a protected marine plant<i>(Posidonia<\/i>) that acts as the &#8220;lung&#8221; of the Mediterranean Sea. It provides a nursery for fish and its presence indicates excellent water quality.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"traces_of_history_and_geology\"><\/span>Traces of history and geology<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Along the route you will also find pieces of <b>cultural heritage<\/b>. Most notable are the remains of an old quarry<i>(Pedra Tosca<\/i>), between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#caladelafustera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala de la Fustera<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#caladelesbassetes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala de les Bassetes<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>The sandstone quarried here was used in the 16th century for the construction of important buildings in the historic center of Benissa.<\/p>\n<p>The <b>geology<\/b> is also impressive: at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#caladelafustera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala de la Fustera<\/a>, you can clearly see how the rock layers have been folded into a zigzag shape by millions of years of earth pressure.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"an_open-air_museum_the_information_boards\"><\/span>An open-air museum: the information boards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the best features of the route is the presence of <b>21 information panels<\/b>. These signs (in <i>Spanish<\/i>, <i>Valencian<\/i> and <i>English<\/i>) explain everything you see: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Flora and fauna<\/b>: which protected plants grow and which 3 species of gulls you can spot;<\/li>\n<li><b>Geology<\/b>: how the cliffs and bays were formed by wind and water;<\/li>\n<li><b>Marine life<\/b>: the role of the Posidonia sea grass and the endangered Noble pen shell (large stinging clam);<\/li>\n<li><b>History<\/b>: the story of the quarry and local traditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\" style=\"--awb-font-size:22px;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color5);\"><p><strong>2. Experience, the 3 official hiking trails<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p>Along the coastline of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/benissa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Benissa<\/a> runs one of the Costa Blanca&#8217;s most beautiful hiking trails: the <b>Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico<\/b>. This path winds along impressive cliffs, connects hidden coves<i>(calas<\/i>) and offers non-stop spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/natuurpark-el-penon-de-ifach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/natural-park-el-penon-de-ifach\/\">Pe\u00f1\u00f3n de Ifach<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>Before heading out, it&#8217;s good to understand the length. The <b>total coastline<\/b> of Benissa that the trail covers is about <b>4 kilometers<\/b>. <span class=\"citation-594\">The <\/span><b><span class=\"citation-594\">landscaped hiking trails<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-594\"> themselves, however, consist of <\/span><b><span class=\"citation-594\">three separate sections<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-594\"> which add up to just under <\/span><b><span class=\"citation-594\">2.5 kilometers<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-594 citation-end-594\"> are<\/span>. So it is not a continuous route of 4 kilometers, but a wonderful exploration in stages.  <\/p>\n<p>The trail has a <b>low level of difficulty<\/b>, but does contain many stairs and slight inclines. It is a beautifully landscaped hike that combines nature, culture and relaxation. Ideal for a morning or afternoon activity all year round.  <\/p>\n<p>In this guide discover the <b>three official routes<\/b> (walking from north to south for the best views), the bays you will encounter, the unique nature and all the practical tips for your visit.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element awb-imageframe-style awb-imageframe-style-below awb-imageframe-style-2\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:20px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--body_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--body_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--body_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--body_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--body_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--body_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--body_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"The renovated El Bol boulevard in Altea.\" title=\"3. Cala Llobella Benissa\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.-Cala-Llobella-Benissa.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-200347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.-Cala-Llobella-Benissa-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.-Cala-Llobella-Benissa-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.-Cala-Llobella-Benissa-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.-Cala-Llobella-Benissa-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.-Cala-Llobella-Benissa.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption-container\"><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption\"><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption-title\">Image: Cala Llobella in Benissa<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"route_1_cala_advocat_%e2%80%93_cala_llobella_northern_route\"><\/span>Route 1: Cala Advocat &#8211; Cala Llobella (Northern route).<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">This is the northernmost part of the route. You can park at <\/span><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/#calaadvocat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cala Advocat<\/a><\/span><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">, a small beach with a distinctive pier (<\/span><i style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">Espig\u00f3n<\/i><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">) and a summer <\/span><i style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">Chiringuito<\/i><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">. <\/span> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">The route begins at the <\/span><b style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">bio-health park<\/b><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"> (with fitness equipment) and follows the path through the pine forests along the cliffs south to <\/span><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#calallobella\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala Llobella<\/a><\/span><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.24px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">. This is the most natural and quiet cove of the route, with pebbles and clear water.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><b style=\"font-style: normal;\">What you will learn on this route (the 6 information boards):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 1 &#8211; Cala Llobella<\/b>: introduces Cala Llobella as the most natural and peaceful cove in Benissa;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Board 2 &#8211; Coastal pine forests<\/b>: describes how pine forests are adapted to drought and provide shelter for animals;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 3 &#8211; Underwater routes<\/b>: provides information about the 6 underwater snorkeling\/diving routes established along the coast of Benissa;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 4 &#8211; Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico Advocat<\/b>: describes the path as a safe way to enjoy the cliffs and points out the bio-health park;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 5 &#8211; The cliff<\/b>: repeats the information about the protected flora (cat&#8217;s head sunflower and thyme) and the micro-reserves;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Board 6 &#8211; Bioindicators<\/b>: explains what &#8220;bioindicators&#8221; are (such as corals and frogs) that indicate ecosystem health.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><b style=\"font-style: normal;\">Please note <\/b>(break in the route): after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#calallobella\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala Llobella<\/a> there is a <b style=\"font-style: normal;\">break in the coastal path<\/b>. To get to the middle section, you have to go inland a bit (through the <b style=\"font-style: normal;\">green area of Fanadix<\/b>, where there is a picnic area) or through the streets of the urbanization (such as <i>Carrer Pinets<\/i> and <i>Avenida de la Marina<\/i>) to <span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#calapinets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala Pinets<\/a><\/span>. <\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element awb-imageframe-style awb-imageframe-style-below awb-imageframe-style-3\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:20px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--body_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--body_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--body_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--body_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--body_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--body_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--body_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"The renovated El Bol boulevard in Altea.\" title=\"4. Cala Pinets Benissa\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4.-Cala-Pinets-Benissa.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-200350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4.-Cala-Pinets-Benissa-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4.-Cala-Pinets-Benissa-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4.-Cala-Pinets-Benissa-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4.-Cala-Pinets-Benissa-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4.-Cala-Pinets-Benissa.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption-container\"><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption\"><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption-title\">Image: Cala Pinets in Benissa<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"route_2_cala_pinets_%e2%80%93_aula_de_la_mar_middle_route\"><\/span>Route 2: Cala Pinets &#8211; Aula de la Mar (Middle Route).<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This trail begins at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#calapinets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala Pinets<\/a>, a wild, small cove composed of boulders and rocky plateaus. It is beautiful to see and popular with snorkelers. <\/p>\n<p>From here you can take a <b>small excursion<\/b> to the <i>Mar Morta i Roques Negres<\/i> (Dead Sea and Black Rocks). The route runs south to the beach of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/#caladelafustera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cala de la Fustera<\/a>, where the <i>Aula de la Mar<\/i> visitor center is located. <\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><b style=\"font-style: normal;\">What you learn on this route (the 8 informational signs):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 1 &#8211; Discover your surroundings<\/b>: suggests the Aula de la Mar (Sea Workshop) as the starting point and information center;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 2 &#8211; The coastline of Benissa<\/b>: points out the birds, such as the curlew, that search for food at the foot of the cliffs;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Board 3 &#8211; Ethnology<\/b>: tells about the &#8220;Mar\u00e0,&#8221; a local tradition in which families &#8220;jump&#8221; into the sea in early August;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Board 4 &#8211; The queen of our sea floor<\/b>: explains why Posidonia oceanica (seagrass) is so important and is not an alga;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 5 &#8211; Coastal Geomorphology<\/b>: points out the particular folded rock layers (in a zigzag shape) at Cala Fustera;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 6 &#8211; The cliff as an ecosystem<\/b>: informs you about the three species of gulls you can see here (Yellow-legged, Audouins and Black-headed Gull);<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Board 7 &#8211; Rocky sea beds<\/b>: encourages you to scour the sea floor for crabs, starfish and sea urchins;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 8 &#8211; Coastal Dynamics<\/b>: explains that the washed-up seaweed on Cala Pinets naturally protects the beach from erosion.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element awb-imageframe-style awb-imageframe-style-below awb-imageframe-style-4\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:20px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--body_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--body_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--body_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--body_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--body_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--body_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--body_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-4 hover-type-none\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"The renovated El Bol boulevard in Altea.\" title=\"6. Cala de les Bassetes Benissa\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-200351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/6.-Cala-de-les-Bassetes-Benissa.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption-container\"><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption\"><div class=\"awb-imageframe-caption-title\">Image: Cala Pinets in Benissa<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:10px;\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"route_3_aula_de_la_mar_%e2%80%93_cala_de_les_bassetes_southern_route\"><\/span>Route 3: Aula de la Mar &#8211; Cala de les Bassetes (Southern route).<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is the last part of the route, which takes you to the border with Calpe. From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/#caladelafustera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cala de la Fustera<\/a> you walk southward. You pass the <b>flora-microreserve<\/b> and the <b>old quarry<\/b> before arriving at the <i>Club N\u00e1utico Les Bassetes<\/i>.  <\/p>\n<p>This is the terminus (or starting point) with a marina, restaurants and fantastic close-up views of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/natuurpark-el-penon-de-ifach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/natural-park-el-penon-de-ifach\/\">Pe\u00f1\u00f3n de Ifach<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><b style=\"font-style: normal;\">What you learn on this route (the 7 informational signs):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Plate 1 &#8211; The king of the coastline<\/b>: introduces you to the protected cat&#8217;s head sunflower (<\/span>Heliantemum caput-felis<span style=\"font-style: normal;\">);<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 2 &#8211; Benissa and surroundings<\/b>: points you to the historic quarry where stone was quarried for 16th-century buildings;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Board 3 &#8211; Formation of Cala Bassetes<\/b>: explains how the cliffs and coves were formed and how organisms survive in the crevices;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Board 4 &#8211; Adaptations for survival<\/b>: teaches you the difference between how pine (wind) and thyme (insects) reproduce;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 5 &#8211; Protected areas near Benissa<\/b>: informs you about the nearby <\/span>Sierra de Bernia <span style=\"font-style: normal;\">protected area <\/span><span style=\"font-style: normal;\">;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Board 6 &#8211; The Mediterranean<\/b>: draws attention to the <\/span>Noble pen shell<span style=\"font-style: normal;\">, a huge and endangered stinging mussel;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-style: normal;\"><b>Sign 7 &#8211; Bassetes Environmental Route<\/b>: explains how the hiking trail was built with respect for nature, relocating protected plants.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"videos_from_start_to_finish_and_back_3_routes_together\"><\/span>Videos from start to finish and back (3 routes together)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Full route from <b>Cala de les Bassetes<\/b> to <b>Cala Advocat<\/b>:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-video fusion-youtube\" style=\"--awb-max-width:2500px;--awb-max-height:1406px;\"><div class=\"video-shortcode\"><div class=\"fluid-width-video-wrapper\" style=\"padding-top:56.24%;\" ><iframe title=\"YouTube video player 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WzBohdNio00?wmode=transparent&autoplay=0\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1406\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture;\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:10px;--awb-margin-bottom:10px;\"><p>Full route from <b>Cala Advocat<\/b> to <b>Cala de les Bassetes<\/b>:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-video fusion-youtube\" style=\"--awb-max-width:2500px;--awb-max-height:1406px;\"><div class=\"video-shortcode\"><div class=\"fluid-width-video-wrapper\" style=\"padding-top:56.24%;\" ><iframe title=\"YouTube video player 2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4WH7k_sqsO0?wmode=transparent&autoplay=0\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1406\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture;\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\" style=\"--awb-font-size:22px;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-margin-top:10px;\"><p><strong>3. Visiting, practical info for your visit<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_get_there_park\"><\/span>How to get there &amp; park?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because the route is linear and intermittent, you usually walk a section back and forth. Expect a total walking time of <b>about 2 to 2.5 hours<\/b> (there and back, including breaks) if you want to see the entire coastline. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Parking in Benissa (North)<\/b>: good starting points are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/#calaadvocat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cala Advocat<\/a> or the green zone of Fanadix.<\/li>\n<li><b>Parking in Benissa (Central)<\/b>: the parking lot at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/stranden-benissa\/#caladelafustera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/stranden-benissa\/\">Cala de la Fustera<\/a> is ideal and is located near the information center.<\/li>\n<li><b>Parking in Calpe (South)<\/b>: you can park at the <i>Club N\u00e1utico Les Bassetes<\/i> or in the surrounding streets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"an_ideal_day_trip_from_the_area\"><\/span>An ideal day trip from the area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i>Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico<\/i> is perfectly positioned for a visit from the most popular coastal towns:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/calpe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/calpe\/\">Calpe<\/a><\/b>: the route starts at the northern edge of the city;<\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/benissa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/benissa\/\">Benissa<\/a><\/b>: the path covers the entire coastline of the municipality;<\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/moraira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/moraira\/\">Moraira<\/a><\/b>: just 10-15 minutes away, a perfect activity;<\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/altea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/altea\/\">Altea<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/benidorm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/benidorm\/\">Benidorm<\/a><\/b>: within 25-35 minutes&#8217; drive you can reach this beautiful hiking trail.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"food_and_drink_along_the_route\"><\/span>Food and drink along the route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No need to bring a full backpack of provisions. There are several catering establishments right on or near the route: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Cala Advocat<\/b>: has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/chiringuitos-costa-blanca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/chiringuitos-costa-blanca\/\">chiringuito<\/a> in the summer months;<\/li>\n<li><b>Playa de la Fustera<\/b>: here you will find a beach club that is open almost all year round;<\/li>\n<li><b>Club N\u00e1utico Les Bassetes<\/b>: has a good restaurant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the_ultimate_packing_list\"><\/span>The ultimate packing list<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Good shoes<\/b>: although the trail is well laid out, it is not always flat. Sturdy shoes or sandals with good tread are recommended; flip-flops are not; <\/li>\n<li><b>Water<\/b>: there are many unsheltered areas in the sun;<\/li>\n<li><b>Camera<\/b>: the route offers non-stop photo opportunities overlooking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/nl\/natuurpark-el-penon-de-ifach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.purecostablanca.com\/en\/natural-park-el-penon-de-ifach\/\">Pe\u00f1\u00f3n de Ifach<\/a> and the azure sea;<\/li>\n<li><b>Swimwear<\/b>: take a dip in one of the beautiful bays along the way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"--awb-flex-grow:0;--awb-flex-grow-medium:0;--awb-flex-grow-small:0;--awb-flex-shrink:0;--awb-flex-shrink-medium:0;--awb-flex-shrink-small:0;width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-0 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:15px;--awb-padding-right:15px;--awb-padding-left:15px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-bg-color-hover:var(--awb-color3);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:10px 10px 10px 10px;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"paseo_ecologico_facts_figures\"><\/span>Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico facts &amp; figures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Status<\/b>: ecological hiking trail (Blue Pathfinder);<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Location<\/b>: coastline of Benissa, connected to Calpe;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Total coastline<\/b>: about 4 kilometers;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Total length of hiking trails<\/b>: approximately 2.5 &#8211; 3 km (divided into 3 routes);<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Level of difficulty<\/b>: low (but with many stairs);<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Visitor Center<\/b>: Aula de la Mar (near <i>Playa de la Fustera<\/i>);<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Special status<\/b>: flora micro-reserves at <i>Cala Bassetes<\/i> and <i>Cala Fustera<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"question_answer_faq\"><\/span>Question &amp; answer (FAQ)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<style>#sp-ea-178285 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-178285.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-178285.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-178285.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-178285.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-178285.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1762089396\"><div id=\"sp-ea-178285\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-1782850\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse1782850\" aria-controls=\"collapse1782850\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Is de Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico \u00e9\u00e9n doorlopende wandeling?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse1782850\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-178285\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-1782850\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Nee, dit is een veelgemaakte vergissing. De route bestaat uit <b>drie offici\u00eble, losse delen<\/b>. Het stuk tussen Cala Pinets en Cala Llobella is onderbroken en vereist een wandeling door de straten van de urbanisatie.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-1782851\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse1782851\" aria-controls=\"collapse1782851\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is de route geschikt voor kinderen?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse1782851\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-178285\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-1782851\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Ja, de route is zeer geschikt voor kinderen. De combinatie van wandelen, de informatieborden en de strandjes maakt het een leuke en afwisselende activiteit.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-1782852\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse1782852\" aria-controls=\"collapse1782852\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Mag mijn hond mee?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse1782852\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-178285\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-1782852\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Ja, honden zijn toegestaan, maar moeten <b>aangelijnd<\/b> worden gehouden. Vergeet ook niet om de uitwerpselen op te ruimen.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-1782853\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse1782853\" aria-controls=\"collapse1782853\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Kan ik hier met een rolstoel of kinderwagen lopen?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse1782853\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-178285\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-1782853\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Nee, vanwege de <b>vele trappen<\/b> en oneffen stukken is het pad helaas niet geschikt voor rolstoelen of kinderwagens.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-1782854\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse1782854\" aria-controls=\"collapse1782854\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is de route schaduwrijk?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse1782854\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-178285\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-1782854\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>De route wisselt af. Er zijn delen met schaduw van dennenbomen (zoals bij de Fanadix-zone), maar ook veel open stukken in de volle zon. Neem dus bescherming tegen de zon mee.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-1782855\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse1782855\" aria-controls=\"collapse1782855\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Welke stranden aan de route hebben zand?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse1782855\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-178285\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-1782855\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><div id=\"model-response-message-contentr_6b4a5dfd5934a746\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-live=\"off\"><p>De meeste baaien (Pinets, Llobella, Bassetes) bestaan uit keien en rotsen. <b>Playa de la Fustera<\/b> en <b>Cala Advocat<\/b> zijn de enige met (kleine) zandstranden.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"@id\": \"sp-ea-schema-178285-69e8f3fcea64b\", \"mainEntity\": [{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is de Paseo Ecol\u00f3gico \u00e9\u00e9n doorlopende wandeling?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Nee, dit is een veelgemaakte vergissing. 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