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Finestrat prepares for the “Faldes Puig Campana” Night Trail

It will be on Saturday, September 20th, with two categories: runners and hikers.

The most exciting trail of the summer is back: "Faldes Puig Campana Finestrat." It will take place on Saturday, September 20th, at night to avoid the high summer temperatures. A date for trail and hiking enthusiasts to complete the "Volta" (round trip) around one of the most iconic mountains in the Valencian Community, Puig Campana.

The event is organized by the El Portell de Finestrat Sports Center in collaboration with the Finestrat City Council's Sports Department. This new edition was presented by the Sports Councilor, Beatriz Quintillán, along with the president of El Portell, Vicente Climent.

Participation is available in the Trail, where runners will cover a distance of 16 kilometers with a vertical gradient of 900 meters (medium difficulty); the Sprint Trail, with a distance of 9 kilometers and a vertical gradient of 600 meters (medium difficulty); and for hikers, also 9 kilometers with a vertical gradient of +600 meters.

In the words of the Councilor for Sports, Beatriz Quintillán , "It's a classic event at the end of summer that each year attracts more participants to do the "Volta al Puig," with the unique feature of doing it at night, when the temperature is much more favorable. A combination I encourage you to experience: sport in summer, surrounded by nature, with Puig Campana as the star attraction."

The start will be at 8:30 p.m. from Plaça de la Unión Europea. The route will pass through Font del Molí, Collado Ciprerets, Collado Pouet, Foia de Cac, and Cova del Cremat, among other points.

The hiking and sprint trail options will traverse L'Alqueria, Corral de Suay, Cova del Roget, and Foia de Cac. Refreshments will be provided on both routes during the race and at the finish line.

The Night Trail is open to all participants (members or not), and minors must be accompanied by an adult or provide parental authorization. Registration fees are €18 for walkers and €20 for runners.

Registration can now be completed on the website: www.mychip.es and will be open until 11:59 p.m. on September 17.

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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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