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Alicante, Spain / London – A woman has been rescued by helicopter after suffering serious injuries while hiking on a popular coastal trail

Benidorm / Alfaz / 29 March 2026

A woman has been rescued by helicopter after suffering serious injuries while hiking on a popular coastal trail in eastern Spain.

Emergency services were called at approximately 10:48am on Saturday after the hiker fell on a steep path leading to the communications antenna in El Albir, within the municipality of L'Alfàs del Pi — a well-known area for walking routes and panoramic views along the Costa Blanca.

According to the Alicante Provincial Fire Consortium, the woman sustained significant head and leg injuries following the fall, prompting a coordinated emergency response.

Firefighters from the Benidorm station were first to arrive on scene, accessing the difficult terrain on foot to assess the situation. Due to the seriousness of the injuries and the location of the incident, the decision was made to deploy the Alfa-1 rescue helicopter, along with a specialist mountain rescue team.

Emergency crews stabilised the casualty at the scene before carrying out an airlift to hospital for further treatment. The operation involved multiple units, including a command vehicle, transport resources and a team of firefighters, highlighting the complexity of rescues in mountainous and hard-to-reach coastal areas.

The incident took place in an area popular with both tourists and residents, particularly during the spring season when hiking conditions are generally favourable. Authorities regularly remind walkers to take appropriate precautions, including suitable footwear, awareness of terrain conditions and carrying communication devices.

The rescue operation was successfully completed by midday, with the casualty transferred safely for medical care.

What’s On This Week – Costa Blanca (Benidorm & Surrounding Areas)

Benidorm

Football fixtures taking place this weekend, with local teams playing key matches as the season progresses
UEFA U19 Elite Round matches continuing at Guillermo Amor Stadium, bringing international youth football to the city
Spring tourism season gathering pace, with increased activity across beaches, nightlife and entertainment venues ahead of Easter
Ongoing Benidorm Gastronómico programme, featuring food events and promotions across restaurants
Overall: busy, with a strong mix of sport, tourism and hospitality activity

Altea

Ongoing cultural events and exhibitions in the old town and local cultural centres
Regular live music and arts activity continuing throughout the week
Overall: relaxed atmosphere with a focus on culture and the arts

L'Alfàs del Pi (Alfaz / El Albir)

High levels of outdoor activity, particularly hiking in areas such as Serra Gelada
Continued safety awareness following recent hiking incidents, with emergency services advising caution
Overall: active, outdoor-focused environment

Finestrat

Mountain and trail running activity in the surrounding area, including vertical kilometre-style events
Smaller-scale live music and local venue events
Overall: sporty and quieter, with a focus on outdoor activities

La Nucía

Start of Semana Santa (Holy Week) events, including religious and cultural performances such as sacred music concerts
Local football matches and continued use of major sports facilities
Overall: community-focused with a mix of sport and traditional celebrations

Overall This Week on the Costa Blanca

Tourism increasing steadily ahead of Easter
Strong presence of sporting events, particularly football and outdoor activities
Beginning of Holy Week cultural programming
Good weather supporting outdoor plans and last-minute travel

Summary

Benidorm: busiest, with tourism and events
Altea: cultural and relaxed
Alfaz/Albir: outdoor and nature-focused
Finestrat: sports and quieter activities
La Nucía: local events and Holy Week traditions

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