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Finestrat will soon begin the Maintenance Works on the underground Anti-Storm Depot in the final section of the Barranco de la Cala

THESE WORKS HAVE MOTIVATED FINESTRAT NOT TO APPLY FOR THE BLUE FLAG THIS YEAR

More than 5 years have passed since the most important work carried out in La Cala de Finestrat, the Canalization of the Barranco, whose main objective is to slow down the speed of the floods of water and, thereby, reduce the danger to people and drag that this entails.

Some works that in the final area maintain an underground tank where rainwater arrives and is diverted to the municipal sanitation network. This spillway is protected by a sand-covered breakwater. The passage of time and the outflow of water, especially on rainy days, has caused part of that breakwater to sink, which has affected the sand that covers that area.

The Finestrat City Council plans to intervene shortly in that final area, to carry out maintenance work on the breakwater and thus stop the loss of sand. The estimated duration of the works will be just two weeks.

“These works that we want to do are essential to provide a better service. We have started processing permits for maintenance work that is essential for its effectiveness. Since we have to start these works, this year we are not going to be eligible for the blue flag because we know that when there are works on the beach we cannot be eligible for the flag; "But we want to sacrifice this distinction without losing the excellent quality and magnificent services that our Cala de Finestrat has," said Mayor Juanfran Pérez Llorca.

The decision not to opt for the Blue Flag has already been communicated by the council to the managing entity of Blue Flags, ADEAC, Environmental and Consumer Education Association.

The mayor of Finestrat also wanted to highlight “that it will be a short work, just two weeks and only maintenance work. "It will not affect the proper functioning of the hotel and restaurant sector and it will be done in a period that does not affect their work."

The planned works will have to be authorised by the Provincial Coastal Service of Alicante, of the Ministry for the Ecological Transition, and with which the first procedures for authorisation have already begun.

🌴 What’s On This Week – Costa Blanca

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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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