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Benidorm resumes second phase of Levante Promenade overhead line renovation

September 17, 2025

The project, included in the 'Benidorm Visión 360' PSTD, represents an investment of 854,885.07 euros and extends to Metge Miguel Martorell Street.

With the summer season over, Benidorm City Council has restarted work on the second phase of the renovation of the overhead power lines along the Levante Promenade, covering the stretch from Avenida Europa to Calle Metge Miguel Martorell.

Councillor for Public Works, Francis Muñoz, explained that “in mid-June the works were suspended to avoid disruption during the peak season, ensuring safety for both beachgoers and promenade users.”

He added that “although the initial plan was to resume on September 1, high occupancy levels at the beginning of the month led us to delay the restart until this week.” From now on, the works will run in parallel with daily activity on the promenade and beach, with efforts made to minimize inconvenience.

This second phase represents an investment of €854,885.07 under the Sustainable Tourism Destination Plan (PSTD) ‘Benidorm Visión 360’, part of Spain’s Recovery, Transformation, and Resilience Plan funded by the European Union’s Next GenerationEU programme. It follows the first phase, completed between El Torrejó and Avenida Europa, which cost €1,972,119.41 and reduced energy consumption by more than 33%.

Beyond the energy savings, the project also seeks to modernize the promenade’s iconic lighting. “After more than three decades in service, it was time to update the system and bring it back to the forefront of technology,” said Muñoz.

He confirmed that the current works are expected to finish before Easter. By then, 65% of the overhead lines along the promenade will have been renewed. The remaining 35% will be tackled in a third and final phase, which is already being drafted by technical teams.

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Overview

This week across Benidorm, Altea, Albir, Finestrat, and La Nucía is mainly:

Weekly markets and street trading

Live music in bars and small venues

Early spring coastal tourism activity (boat trips, promenades)

Small cultural events and exhibitions

Gradual build-up toward May festivals in Benidorm

BENIDORM – Events and Activity

Markets and street life

Wednesday and Sunday main street markets (large general markets for clothing, food, and goods)
Old Town craft stalls operating in the evenings
Night markets becoming more active as tourist season builds

Cultural activity

Early preparations and signage for the Medieval Market coming soon in central Benidorm
Small pop-up performances in Old Town squares (musicians, street entertainment)

Nightlife and entertainment

Live music every night across the main strips (cover bands, tribute acts, karaoke)
DJ sets and bar entertainment increasing toward peak season
Rooftop bars and terrace venues reopening more consistently

Overall feel

Benidorm is in an active pre-summer phase with strong nightlife and steady tourist flow.

ALTEA – Cultural and coastal atmosphere

Old Town and culture
Art galleries and artisan shops open daily
Small exhibitions and cultural displays in local venues

Live music

Acoustic and low-key live music in bars around Old Town and seafront areas
Occasional weekend performances in Irish and cocktail bars

Sea activities

Boat trips operating from Altea harbour including:
Coastal cruises
Sunset sailing trips
Swimming stops depending on weather conditions

Overall feel

Quiet, scenic, and cultural with a strong focus on relaxation rather than nightlife.

ALBIR / ALFÀS DEL PI – Mixed expat and local activity

Markets

Friday weekly street market with food, clothing, and household goods
Nearby Sunday markets in Altea also attract visitors from the area

Live music

Regular pub and bar entertainment, especially in Irish and rock-themed venues
Weekly live bands and acoustic performances across multiple venues

Cultural venues

Casa de Cultura hosting small theatre events, exhibitions, and community activities
Regular local group meetings and social clubs

Overall feel

Balanced area with both relaxed daytime atmosphere and active evenings.

LA NUCÍA – Local and sporting focus

Markets

Sunday rastro (large flea market with antiques, tools, clothes, and food stalls)
Entertainment
Occasional live music in local bars, mostly weekends

Sports activity

Large sports complex hosting training camps, tournaments, and weekend events

Overall feel

Quiet residential town with activity concentrated around weekends and sports events.

FINESTRAT – Beach and market lifestyle

Markets

Tuesday and Saturday markets in La Cala area with a mix of local produce and goods

Beachfront activity

Beach bars and restaurants increasingly open in the evenings
Sunset dining season beginning again

Entertainment

Low-key live music in beachfront bars rather than organised events

Overall feel

Relaxed coastal town focused on beach life and casual evenings.

OVERALL SUMMARY

Benidorm: busiest area with nightlife, markets, and entertainment

Altea: cultural, scenic, and relaxed

Albir / Alfàs del Pi: balanced mix of live music and expat social life

La Nucía: local, quiet, and sports-focused

Finestrat: beach-oriented and low-key

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