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Benidorm City Council invites residents to join ‘Walk for your City’ challenge for European Mobility Week

The challenge will be held from September 16 to 22, with a step-counting app that will select the most active cities.

Benidorm City Council, through its Department of Mobility, is inviting residents to take part in the ‘Walk for your City’ challenge, an initiative organised to mark European Mobility Week (16–22 September 2025).

Councillor for Mobility, Francis Muñoz, explained that Benidorm has already registered for the challenge, which not only promotes sustainable mobility but also encourages physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits.

To participate, residents simply need to download the Walk15 app, select the Benidorm team, and start walking. Although users can register now, the official step count runs from 16 to 22 September. At the end of the week, the most active cities across Europe will be announced.

Councillor Muñoz said:

“With this challenge, we aim to encourage our residents to walk for their own well-being and, collectively, to show Benidorm’s active participation in European Mobility Week, which we have been promoting for years through a wide range of initiatives.”

He added that walking is already part of daily life in Benidorm, especially along promenades and public spaces in the early morning and evening.

“We invite everyone—from those who walk for sport to those who walk to work, to shop or simply for leisure—to join the challenge, because every step counts.”

The full programme of activities for European Mobility Week 2025 will be announced in the coming days.

🌴 What’s On This Week – Costa Blanca (Benidorm & Surrounds)

Easter Events & Local Atmosphere (Just finished but still ongoing vibe)

Benidorm

The tail end of Semana Santa has wrapped, but the holiday atmosphere continues this week. Expect busy beaches and a bustling Old Town, with hotels around 90% full. Daily live music, tribute acts, UK-style cabaret shows, DJs, and themed party nights are keeping the nightlife lively. The Benidorm Punk Weekender is also taking place, offering multi-day alternative music performances. This week is more about the post-Easter buzz, nightlife, and events in venues rather than big parades.

Day Trips & Experiences (Running This Week)

Available from Benidorm, Albir, and Altea:

Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour: Mountain views, waterfalls, and village exploring.
Alicante “Hidden Secrets” Walking Tour: Culture, history, and local stories.
These tours are popular with tourists staying in Benidorm, Albir, and Altea this week.

Altea

After Easter processions, Altea is quieter this week. Visitors can enjoy street performers and small local gigs, with major festivals scheduled later in the year.

L’Alfàs del Pi / Albir

Local markets, cafés, and expat events continue, along with live music nights in bars and seafront venues.

Finestrat

Finestrat is relatively quiet this week, with the next major event being the April Fair on 25–26 April featuring flamenco, tapas, and music.

La Nucía

Maintains a sports-oriented vibe, hosting local training events and small community activities.

Villajoyosa

Offers seafront markets and a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for food lovers and visits to the chocolate museum.

Big Picture This Week

Easter tourism is still driving crowds. Beaches, bars, and restaurants are busy, and the main events this week include live music, tours, and local nightlife. Major festivals and larger events will return later in April and throughout the summer.

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