Bella Anna - Holiday home in Denia

The population grew from 12.185 in 1960 upto over 45.000 in 2007. Since 1960, tourism has become the main source of income of Denia, while the industry is increasingly losing value and the population is now fully specialized in tourism and related activities. Denia offers its wide area of the Marina Alta a major city. Besides the regional fishing harbour Denia offers two excellent developed marinas (Club Nautico en La Marina de Denia) and it’s the central departure and arrival point on the Marina Alta for boats to Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca and Menorca. The largest vessel enterprises like Balearia and Iscomar are located among others in Denia. The infrastructure of Denia is relatively good, there are bus and train connections on a regular base, which on the Costa Blanca is quite worth mentioning.

The history of this area is large and finds its origen in 800 before Christ, when the greek colony named Hemeroskopeion is founded, almost at the same time the Iberians settle themselves around the Montgo area.

A stroll through the narrow streets of the fishing area reveals the history, culture and architecture of Iberian, Carthaginian (North African), Roman, Arab and Christian civilization. The town centre is characterized by the old castle “Castello” built during the Islamic times by its forces (Muslims took the dominion of the Romans 713 BC) and strengthened during the war of independence. A cultural heritage that can be admired from different corners of the city. Inside the old castle is the archaeological museum, where the history of the town from 200 BC to the 18th century is exhibited. Denia was during the 15th century Duchy. The 5th Duke "Duke of Lerma" was authorized by King Philip the Third and he named Denia in 1612 city.

Denia is surrounded by areas with high ecological value. The nature reserve “Montgo“ was named in1987 nature reserve due to its landscape value and flora and fauna. The area is home to a wide variety of native plants, animals, caves and trails. The mountain "Montgo" reaches a height of 753 meters and extends over the sea to the Cabo San Antonio, a 160 meters high cliff with a lighthouse and breathtaking views over the sea and the bay of Javea (definitely worth a trip!). During the day the cape offers possibilities to walk and an beautiful panoramic view, at night the lighthouse reminds boats of the cape and leads them around it. At the foot of the cliff lies the nature reserve “Reserva Marina de Cabo de San Antonio”. This nature is well preserved and therefore has a high scientific and ecological value.

Denia owes its touristic charm above all to its long sandy beaches. Among the beach lovers Denia is the most popular due to the fact that the summer guests spread out over 20 km long sandy beach and therefore it does not give you this feeling of “sardines in a can” . More then 300 sunny days a year and a average temperature of 20 degrees make Denia the ideal destination for your holiday. The beautiful coastline of Denia consists mainly of the sandy beaches of Las Marinas and rocky bays of Las Rotas.

Nowadays the castle of Denia is a status symbol of the cultural heritage of Spain, which permanently experiences restructuring measures in order to increase the awareness level. Today it houses the Archaeological Museum and paying a small fee it can be visited. We definitely recommend you to visit the castle as many history can be experienced and admired here in one single place, only the views on the surrounding is worth it.

This museum shows the evolution of the city from the beginning until the 18th century. The museum is divided into 4 parts and displays the 4 most influential periods of the urban development.

Exhibits the life of the bourgeoisie and the glory of the raisin industry.

In this museum you can see the toys that were produced in the years between 1904 to 1960 in Denia.

stands on the Plaza de la Constitución and was built in the baroque era of the 18th century. In a niche above the door of the chapel Capilla del Roser is the sacred statue of San Roc. Inside the church is in particularly the figure of the Virgin worthwhile to see which is flanked by the patron saints of Valencia, Vicente Ferrer and Vicente Martir.

stands on the Plaza de Convento and was originally a monastery founded in the 16th century by the Franciscans. After the damage during the Spanish Civil War, the church was rebuilt in the 18th century and since then it’s still in the same condition. Inside the church at the high altar with its large glass cross, biblical scenes are portrayed which are worth seeing!

is located in the street Calle Loreto and was founded by Augustinian nuns in 1604. The architectural ensemble consists of the church, the cloister and the south wing of the monastery.

located in the Avenida Oeste La Jara / Xara and was the first public building in La Xara, built in 1877. Remarkable are the high quality of the bricklayer work and the construction of the bell tower which was only inaugurated in 1927. Furthermore one can admire the beautiful Tosca stone that were incorporated into the building.

Denia is famous for its festivals, the most festivals of Spain are celebrated in the area around Denia. Spectacular parades, bull running, folkloric costumes and cultural ceremonies fascinate the people again and again, perhaps also because of the stubbornness way they hold on to the old traditions of the region. Often the festivities start early in the morning and extend out over the day into the late night. All ages and generations are involved, on the streets and in front of the houses they often place tables and neighbors and friends are invited to eat and drink. Usually the celebrations end with spectacular fireworks. In this the Spaniards are unbeatable.

We have apartments and houses, very well situated in the area of or directly in the center of Denia to witness these celebrations.

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This local festivity of Denia with bull runs takes place every year in July and is known for its “Bous al Mar” (literally translated: Bulls in the sea). The animals are released on the streets where they are chased by Spanish men (sometimes women), to get the bulls to the sea with the final goal that the cattle swims in the sea. Amazingly, the bulls are good and fast swimmers and they are guided by men in boats to the beach where they are led to the exit. The Spaniards love this celebration but animal protectors and lovers will prefer to avoid the “fiestas" these days. The days around the bull runs are lively and filled with many attractions, such as concerts and street parties and end with a magnificent parade of beautiful floats and the so called "Correfoc". This "Fiesta" was officially nominated as a tourist highlight.

Is the coastal area in the eastern direction from the center of Denia, here you can find the most sandy beaches. Along the 14km are located most of the apartment complexes and hotels, many of them with direct access to the beach. On this road there is also a regular bus service to the center of Denia so tourists can also choose without any problem for an apartment just outside the center.

Is the coastal area in the western direction from the center of Denia. Here there are few sandy beaches however beautiful natural rocky beaches and coves. The beaches stretch out over a length of 4 km. The holiday villas and homes we offer are mainly located on the access roads to Las Rotas.

our holiday accommodation in this area are offered with the references "Montgo", "La Pedrera", "Altamiro", "Les Galeretes" and "Los Campusos". In this area are more holiday homes and holiday villas then apartments. Most of them are located on a hill and often offer a fantastic view over the bay of Denia. The area on the Montgo is usually very quiet and private and most of the time only a short distance from the center of Denia.

Belongs actually geographically to the municipality Pedreguer but locally it’s named as part of Denia. A luxury residential community located on a hill, where at the foot are located the La Sella golf course and activities such as horseback riding and tennis. Here you can find almost exclusively single-family villas, most of them with a beautiful panoramic view over the coast and surrounding mountains. The residential area is guarded by a 24-hour security service.

a small village or hamlet southeast of Denia. Those who want to experience the original life in the village are here at the right place. The town has only a few small shops, a hotel and a supermarket. La Xara is conveniently situated to visit Denia, La Jara, Jesus Pobre, La Sella and Javea, as it almost in the middle.