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From today, Monday, the adaptation works begin at the La Cala de Finestrat storm tank

The action has an estimated period of 3 weeks and is aimed at avoiding the drawing and loss of sand from the beach

Today, Monday 13th May, work begins at the La Cala de Finestrat warehouse. Objective: prevent the loss of sand from the beach. Once Holy Week is over and before the start of the summer tourist season, this action will be carried out to restore and condition with a new breakwater the spillway of the anti-storm tank where the rainwater from the La Cala de Finestrat ravine flows.

“We have been suffering from the loss of sand on our beach for years. We have undertaken this action that we consider essential to restore the breakwater and return it to its original level. As we said at the time, we hope that in just 3 weeks the performance will be completed for the use and enjoyment of neighbors and tourists,” said the Councilor for Works, Guillermo Lloret.

It must be remembered that 5 years have passed since the execution of the canalization work in the La Cala ravine. An action that in its final section presents an underground “anti-storm” tank to laminate the discharge of rainwater towards the sea and reduce the effects of erosion and drag of beach sand. With the passage of time and storms, the mantle of breakwater through which the waters overflow has suffered deformations, causing the settlement of stone blocks on the sand bed and also the appearance of holes that make the work of the machinery that maintains it difficult. and replaces the sand after each storm. With this action we will intervene to restore the breakwater and return it to its original state.

The budget for the action is €44,000, 100% covered by the City Council. And the estimated period of the works will be 3 weeks. "During this time the strip of sand will be delimited with fences to carry out the work as safely and quickly as possible."

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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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