The small inland town of Rafelbunyol is located just north of Valencia and a few kilometres from the Mediterranean coast. The picturesque old quarter is a popular destination for both holidaymakers and day-trippers, while there are several pleasant and family-beaches within a short drive of Rafelbunyol – or a longer walk if you have decided not to hire a car.
Public transport between the town and the coast is pretty reliable during the summer months so you can enjoy the peace and quiet of staying in Rafelbunyol knowing you are never too far away from the sun, sea and sand of the Mediterranean.
The closest beaches to the town of Rafelbunyol are at Platja de la Puebla de Farnals and Platja de Puig. The two beaches at Puebla de Farnals both have parking spaces, as well as a wide selection of beach bars and restaurants for a lunchtime or evening snack. The Norte Beach is slightly larger, though both get very busy in the summer months. Platja de Puig is a similarly well-equipped seaside town, with a good selection of seafood restaurants and sandy beaches.
Further north the beaches become quieter but also more remote and more difficult to get to without a hire car. These beaches are a mixture of sand and shingle, with wide-open expanses often lying alongside sheltered coves. There are also several wetland areas along this stretch of the coastline which are ideal for walking and horse riding, as well as being of great interest to bird watchers.
One of the most popular day trips from Rafelbunyol is south the city of Valencia. Home to the traditional Spanish dish of paella, the city’s restaurants have a reputation of serving some of the best variations in the world. History lovers will enjoy wandering the streets of “El Carmen”, the old quarter, while families will ant to head to the “City of Arts and Sciences”, a complex featuring a cinema, concert hall, interactive science museum and aquarium.
Walkers and mountain bikers may prefer to head further inland to the Sierra Calderona Nature Park, an area of stunning scenery crossed by a network of trails, all marked according to their difficulty and length. Keen walkers may want to tackle one of the higher peaks, such as the 907-metre Gorgo or the 601-metre Garbi which offer spectacular views over the rest of the park and even as far as the coast.
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