WITH six kilometres of sandy beaches, hiking adventures and it’s very own festival – this Spanish town is the perfect getaway for all the family. Benicàssim or Benicasim is situated in the province of Castellón, on the Costa del Azahar in Spain . And with Ryanair from Dublin to nearby Valencia starting from €71.
99 this month, it makes the perfect last-minute getaway. Benicasim, reaching highs of 30C in August, is known and loved for its glorious beaches . Spend the day at the beautiful Voramar Beach which is known for its villas dotted along the front promenade.
Or soak up the sun at Heliópolis Beach, Almadraba Beach, Torreón and Els Terrers Beach. The town is surrounded by the breathtaking Desert de les Palmes mountain range. Explore the surrounding beauty with a hike on The Via Verde Green Route, a 5.
5 km long cycle and walking path between the resort towns of Benicassim and Oropesa del Mar. For those wanting to take some time to themselves, a spiritual retreat at Bartolo peak could be the perfect escape. Founded by the Carmelites, the routes can be explored by foot or bicycle.
Its name Benicasim comes from the Banu Qasim tribe that settled there in the 8th century Moorish conquest of Spain. Step back in history with a visit to the Neoclassical parish church, the watchtower of San Vicente, and the medieval castle of Montornés. Foodies can indulge in tapas and paella with a selection of restaurants in the town.
Top spots include Cervecería Gambrinus Benicassim, El Mercado Gin & Bar, Les Barraques and Vin Up. Music fans will love Benicasim’s annual festival with artists including The Black Eyed Peas, Jess Glynne, The Libertines and Milky Chance. It won’t break the bank either with day tickets starting from €34.
99. Reggae festival Rototom Sunsplash was also previously held in Benicasim. Sun worshippers could extend the trip with a stay in nearby Valencia .
Valencia's elegant city centre is a treasure trove of charming cafes, grandiose whitewashed architecture and historic sites. But just a short tram ride away is a glorious four-mile-long strip of golden sandy beaches. And not only are the beaches lengthy, they’re wide too, leaving plenty of room to spread out and find your perfect spot.
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