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The La Nucía BTT March sells out numbers in its XXII edition

The XXII Mountain Bike March (BTT) of La Nucía has sold out its numbers for this Sunday . The registration period has closed and 500 bibs have been sold out in both modalities: mtb and e-bike. This XXII March of La Nucía will have a spectacular route of 31 km and will be held this Sunday, November 26.

The XXII La Nucía Mountain Bike Ride is organized by “La Nucía Coloma Bike Club”, BH Coloma Team and the Cycling Federation of the Valencian Community with the collaboration of the Sports Department of the La Nucía City Council and the Alicante Provincial Council . Also highlight the collaboration of the La Nucía Employment Workshop, the sponsorship of Coca-Cola and REM (Mediterranean Business Relations).

BH Coloma Team participation

This XXII BTT March of La Nucía will have the participation of the professional bikers of the BH Coloma Team led by Carlos Coloma and which has in its ranks the world runner-up and Olympic bronze medalist David Valero and the several-time Spanish champion Rocío de Alba García . Spanish team that competes in the XCO World Cup events. The presence of the Portuguese champion in the XCO modality Raquel Queirós (MMR) also stands out.

Number departure and collection

The departure of the XXII La Nucía BTT March will be this Sunday, November 26 at 10 in the morning from the Ciutat Esportiva Camilo Cano. The collection of numbers will start at 7:30 in the morning. This edition will have a route of 31 km. with a positive slope of 976 meters, with paths, trials and passage through the “mythical” Bikepark of La Nucía , through some of the areas where the “ Super Cup Massi UCI 1 ” was held .

small march

To make mtb quarry and promote the sport of mountain bikes among the little ones, for the second year the Little March will be held, on the same day of the test, at 10:20 a.m., with a circuit around the Sports City . Nearly a hundred boys and girls have registered for this test.

A children's area will also be set up, with inflatables (from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) and other games, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The objective is for it to be a “MTB Festival for all ages” and for participants to come to the La Nucía MTB March as a family, with their sons and daughters.

Great collaboration

This test can be carried out thanks to the collaboration of the Local Police, La Nucía Civil Protection and the La Nucía Employment Workshop, in addition to 60 volunteers distributed along the route, which will have a distance of 31 kilometers and several refreshment stations .

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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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