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Concern about delays in the bus service caused by the removal of traffic lights on the Altea-Albir highway

The Alfàs del Pi City Council and Avanza Movilidad Levante, the concessionaire of the public transport bus service that connects the 18 municipalities of the Marina Baixa, have shown their concern about the problems that the elimination of traffic lights on the Altea-Albir highway Is generating. In a meeting held in the Alfasino town hall, the worsening of the service that was provided until now was revealed.

The definitive elimination of the traffic lights located in front of the Altea Nautical Club and a few meters from the El Chiringuito restaurant roundabout, in the municipality of Altea, is doubling the time it takes to make the journey between l'Alfàs del Pi and Altea. This has been communicated by the company awarded the service, Avanza Movilidad Levante, to the Alfàs del Pi City Council, where the first complaints from affected users, both from Altea and l'Alfàs del Pi, have begun to arrive.

Until now this road had two-way traffic. For a few days now, only one lane of traffic has been left, heading south towards l'Albir, and the other lane of the road has been reserved for pedestrian use. To go to Altea you must use the N-332 road. Therefore, the buses must enter l'Albir to pick up users and, to go to Altea, return to the N-332.

This new situation has caused an increase in the time needed to make the journey between the two neighboring towns and, consequently, the frequency of passage has also been affected

according to what Avanza Movilidad Levante has conveyed to the City Council of l'Alfàs del Pi.

The company has warned that the situation may worsen in summer, due to the increase in traffic on the N-332 and the traffic jams that occur as it passes through Altea. Hence the concern of the Alfàs del Pi City Council and Avanza Movilidad Levante, since this new situation is causing a worsening of the public transport service that it provided until now.

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Regional overview: steady pre-summer momentum

Across the Costa Blanca, including Benidorm, Altea, L’Alfàs del Pi (Albir), La Nucía and Finestrat, the region is entering a strong early-season phase with increasing visitor numbers, expanding nightlife, and a growing calendar of small cultural and leisure events ahead of the main summer period.

Markets, live music, coastal tourism and community events continue to dominate activity this week, alongside ongoing infrastructure improvements such as new sustainability and mobility projects.

BENIDORM – Markets, nightlife and tourism growth

Weekly street markets in Benidorm remain a key attraction, including Wednesday and Sunday general markets offering food, clothing and local goods.

The Old Town continues to host craft stalls and informal street entertainment, while evening activity is increasing as the summer season approaches.

Live music is now a nightly feature across main entertainment zones, with tribute acts, DJs and bar performances contributing to strong visitor activity.

Tourism officials also note continued preparation for upcoming seasonal events, including the build-up toward traditional spring and early summer festivals.

ALTEA – Culture and coastal leisure

Altea continues to focus on cultural tourism and relaxation, with art galleries, artisan shops and small exhibitions operating throughout the Old Town.

Live acoustic performances and low-key entertainment are taking place across seafront bars, while boat excursions from Altea harbour are operating regular coastal and sunset sailing routes depending on weather conditions.

ALBIR / L’ALFÀS DEL PI – Community events and live music

L'Alfàs del Pi and the Albir area maintain a steady mix of expat and local activity.

Weekly Friday markets remain popular, while Irish pubs and live music venues continue to host regular bands and acoustic performances.

The Casa de Cultura is also hosting community exhibitions, theatre and social events throughout the week.

LA NUCÍA – Sports and weekend activity

La Nucia continues to centre around sports tourism, with its major sports complex hosting training camps and competitive events.

The Sunday rastro flea market remains a key attraction, drawing visitors from across the region.

FINESTRAT – Coastal leisure and markets

Finestrat is experiencing growing beachfront activity as beach bars and restaurants reopen for the warmer season.

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Villajoyosa is experiencing steady early-season activity, supported by its historic old town, colourful seafront and growing cultural tourism offer.

Local markets and small artisan trading continue throughout the week, while the seafront promenade is seeing increased footfall as warmer weather returns.

The town also maintains its reputation for traditional fishing heritage, chocolate production history, and quiet beach tourism, offering a more relaxed contrast to nearby resort centres.

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Alongside tourism growth, Benidorm is also continuing its sustainability rollout, including new electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the Levante area as part of its broader mobility and climate strategy.

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REGIONAL SUMMARY

Benidorm: busiest hub with nightlife, markets and entertainment growth
Altea: cultural, scenic and relaxed
Albir / L’Alfàs del Pi: balanced social and live music scene
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The Costa Blanca continues its gradual transition into peak tourist season, with activity levels rising steadily across all major towns.

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