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Mobility reports the first diversions and traffic cuts in Benidorm due to the Fallas

The Department of Mobility of the Benidorm City Council has reported the first traffic cuts and diversions that will be operational in the city starting this week on the occasion of the Fallas celebration, and which are located in the areas close to the points where the monuments of the festive entities are planted. Specifically, the first cuts that will begin to operate are those that affect the areas where fairs, monuments and/or Fallas celebrations are set up in Els Tolls and Rincón de Loix.

In the central area, due to the installation of the Falla Els Tolls fair, the cuts will take place starting this Thursday, March 13, at 11:30 p.m., and will last for a week, until Thursday, March 20, at 3 a.m. Specifically, the section of Calle Tomás Ortuño between Calle Marte-Venus and Calle Ondulada will be closed to traffic in the incoming direction. Both the exit of vehicles from Calle Ondulada and from Maravall towards El Cruce will be operational.

On the other hand, in Rincón de Loix, a section of Ametlla del Mar avenue has also been closed to traffic, from Estocolmo street to Madrid avenue, for the setting up of the tent of this Fallas commission. This cut will be extended to the Mediterranean avenue starting on the night of next Wednesday, the 13th, and will last until March 21st.

The Department of Mobility, headed by the councillor Francis Muñoz, has indicated that in addition to the closure of these roads to traffic, there will also be occasional road closures during the Josefina festivities. Specifically, from Monday, March 17, for the celebration of parades, fireworks events or the cremà of the monuments, which will be duly reported on in the coming days.

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(Benidorm & surrounding areas)

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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