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The Generalitat invests 1.4 million euros in photovoltaic plants for the ports of Benicarló, Peñíscola, Borriana, Xàbia, Altea, Vila Joiosa and Santa Pola

The Generalitat invests 1.4 million euros in photovoltaic plants for the ports of Benicarló, Peñíscola, Borriana, Xàbia, Altea, La Vila...
Councillor Martínez Mus emphasizes that "Carlos Mazón's Council is a driving force and example in energy efficiency and the use of renewables"
Martínez Mus has announced the regeneration of the old Borriana wharf to give it a new public use for the practice of kayak polo

The Ministry of Environment, Infrastructure and Territory will invest 1,462,824.86 euros in the installation of photovoltaic solar panels in the ports of Benicarló, Peñíscola, Borriana, Xàbia, Altea, Vila Joiosa and Santa Pola, with the funds Next Generation of the European Union framed in the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan.

As explained by Councillor Vicente Martínez Mus, during the visit to the port of Borriana, "with this initiative we are making progress in the fight against climate change, since different facilities inside the ports managed directly by the Generalitat".

Specifically, in Benicarló 175 panels with a peak power of 96.25 kilowatts will be installed on the roof of the shop building, while in Peñíscola the 138 modules that will be on the roof of the offices and booths they will be able to produce 75.9 peak kilowatts. As for the Borriana port market, it will have 220 modules with a capacity of 121 kilowatts.

Regarding the Alicante ports, the roof of the market and the offices of the port of Xàbia (with 119 modules) will supply 64.45 peak kilowatts; in Altea, the fish market and the fishermen's huts will distribute 218 modules with a combined power of 119.9 peak kilowatts, and in the port of Vila Joiosa, the 180 modules installed on the huts will generate 99 kilowatts peak

For councillor Martínez Mus, "the Administration must be a driving force and example in terms of energy efficiency and the use of renewables and, for this reason, the Council chaired by Carlos Mazón is making a serious and determined commitment to equip the buildings and public installations managed by the Generalitat of photovoltaic installations that help save energy and, in this way, contribute to the fight against climate change".

Regeneration of the old wharf
Martínez Mus has taken advantage of the visit to announce that the Council is working on the regeneration of the old Borriana wharf to turn it into a public square with access to the dock to practice kayak polo in the port of Borriana.

It is, the councillor explained, a "degraded and disused area" to which the Generalitat will give "a new public use to turn it into a recreational and sports area for the practice of kayak polo. This action is another tourist and sports resource for Borriana and the port, since an area that has been forgotten until now is being remodeled", he assured.

The works consist of regenerating 2,200 square meters of public space, as well as building a staircase that will facilitate access to the sea for the kayak polo team. In addition, this new space will be connected to the adjacent road that gives access to the Escola de la Mar. To improve the integration between the port and the city, the wall that currently separates the city from the wharf will be demolished and a port sculpture will be installed there.

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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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