The Hidden Gem of Inland Alicante

Costa Blanca Rural

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Costa Blanca Rural

In the inland area of the Costa Blanca lies a peaceful and characterful region where nature, villages and quality of life come together. Around La Romana you will find a landscape of hills, vineyards and almond trees, with a relaxed pace of life.

In the surrounding area there are authentic villages such as AlgueΓ±a and Aspe, and slightly larger towns such as Novelda, Elda and Elche. Together they form a region where peace, nature and amenities are close together.

Authentic Spain, away from mass tourism

🌿 Nature

Mountains and open landscape.

The area offers a landscape of gently rolling hills and is an attractive destination for nature lovers and hikers.

🏑 Living

Quiet villages and simplicity.

Whether you walk through narrow streets, enjoy a glass of local wine on a sunny terrace, or seek silence in the surrounding mountains: inland Alicante is all about slowing down in an authentic setting.

This area is popular with people who want to emigrate, invest or simply seek peace. Here life is about space, nature and quality.

Daily life

In the surrounding villages, daily life revolves around human connection and nature. It is a place where time does not rule, but where people live according to the position of the sun.

Peace and community

Between 14:00 and 17:00, peace returns completely. Shops close and the streets become quiet. This is the moment for a long warm lunch with family and a rest to avoid the midday heat.

Outdoor life central

The weekly market is the beating heart. Here you not only buy fresh vegetables, fruit and local almonds, but also have conversations everywhere. It is a sensory experience of smells, colours and typical Spanish chatter.

Inland Alicante

Mountains, vineyards and authentic villages.

It is this combination β€” rugged mountains, fertile vineyards and down-to-earth villages β€” that makes this part of Alicante so special for those seeking the true simplicity of Spain.

There are various hiking trails that take you directly through the almond and vineyards. Because tourism here is small-scale, you enjoy absolute silence and wide open views.

In the surrounding VinalopΓ³ MitjΓ  valley, almond fields form an essential part of the landscape and daily life. These fields are not only a source of income, but also define the visual beauty of the region, especially in early spring.

Living in Spain

More and more people are moving to this region.

The region around La Romana, Pinoso and the HondΓ³n valley has become very popular in recent years with people trading the busy coast for authentic inland living.

🌀️ Climate

The region enjoys more than 300 sunny days per year. Rainfall is scarce and when it does rain, it is usually in spring or autumn, which is essential for the local vineyards and almond trees.

⏳ Peace

Due to the lack of large cities and strong lighting, it is truly dark at night. Silence here goes hand in hand with an impressive starry sky above the black silhouettes of the mountains.

🀝 Community

People live simply and place little value on outward appearance. Many families have lived here for decades, creating a deeply rooted social network. Although people may seem reserved at first, the welcome is warm once the ice is broken. A greeting in the street (Β‘Buenos dΓ­as!) is standard.

More about living β†’

Villages in the region

β€œThe greatest luxury is time.”

La Romana

Wine & peace

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βœ• 🧺 Market: Saturday
🍽 Restaurants
πŸ› Town hall
πŸ›’ Supermarket

Aspe

Central village

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βœ• 🧺 Market: Tuesday & Thursday
🍽 Restaurants
πŸ› Centre

Novelda

Historic

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βœ• 🧺 Market
🍽 Restaurants
πŸ› Centre

MonΓ³var

Wine region

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βœ• 🍷 Wineries
🧺 Market

Pinoso

Mountain village

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βœ• 🧺 Market
🍽 Restaurants

Salinas

Quiet village

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βœ• 🧺 Small village

Sax

Castle town

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βœ• 🏰 Castle
🧺 Market

HondΓ³n de las Nieves

Valley village

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βœ• 🧺 Market

HondΓ³n de los Frailes

Peace & nature

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βœ• 🧺 Market

Elche

Large city

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βœ• 🧺 Large market

Villena

Castle town

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βœ• 🏰 Castle
🧺 Market

AlgueΓ±a

Wine & peace

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βœ• 🍷 Wine region
🌿 Peace

Nature & Activities

beautiful natural areas, hiking trails and local activities

Nature & Activities in Southern Spain

Discover beautiful natural areas, hiking trails and local activities around Pinoso, La Romana, Elda and MonΓ³var.

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    Pinoso
    Vineyards, karst landscapes and hiking routes such as the Sierra del Cid.
  • βœ”
    La Romana
    Olive and almond groves and peaceful walking routes.
  • βœ”
    Elda
    Green hills and nature parks such as the Sierra de Salinas.
  • βœ”
    MonΓ³var
    Mountain biking, climbing and discovering local flora.
Nature Costa Blanca

Alma del Sur

Festivals β€’ Tapas β€’ Sun β€’ Life

🌞 Experience Southern Spain

Southern Spain is warmth, rhythm and culture. Life here revolves around food, celebrations and togetherness. Every street tells a story, every evening becomes a memory.

πŸŽ‰ Spanish Festivals

Semana Santa

Impressive processions full of emotion and tradition.

Feria de Abril

Flamenco, dancing and nights full of energy.

La Tomatina

Color, chaos and pure fun.

🍷 Tapas Culture

Tapas Evenings

Small dishes, big conversations.

JamΓ³n IbΓ©rico

The taste of Spain.

Spanish Wine

Each region has its own character.

πŸŒ™ An Evening in Southern Spain

When the sun disappears, real life begins. The warmth remains, but shifts into something else: connection.

In villages around Granada, MΓ‘laga and Alicante, everyone comes outside. Chairs appear, doors stay open and conversations begin.


πŸŒ… 18:00 – The transition

People fill the streets, children play, life starts moving again.

🍷 20:00 – Tapas

Glasses clink, tables fill up and the evening begins.

🎢 22:00 – Life

Music, conversations and spontaneous encounters.

🌌 00:00 – Night

Flamenco, walking or simply enjoying β€” without end.

Living in inland Southern Alicante

Peace β€’ Space β€’ Light β€’ A new beginning

A landscape that slows you down

In the inland area of Southern Alicante, a different Spain unfolds. No crowds, no rush β€” but space, silence and a landscape that breathes.

Between almond trees, vineyards and gentle mountain lines, a lifestyle emerges where simplicity and quality reinforce each other.

β€œThe true luxury is time.”

The rhythm of daily life

Life here takes place outdoors β€” in squares, markets and under the sun. In the early morning, villages fill with local markets full of scent, colour and encounters.

By midday, everything slows down. The sun hangs above quiet streets, terraces become calm and life moves at a gentle pace.

When evening falls, the rhythm changes again. Chairs appear outside, conversations start naturally and tapas are shared without hurry.

This is not a holiday feeling. This is real life.

300+ sunny days
Peace & space
Mountains & nature

Living in balance

Here it is not about speed, but about quality of life. Every day feels natural, calm and balanced.

You are close to cities, beaches and amenities β€” yet you live in complete peace.

Homes & opportunities

Current property listings & selling opportunities

At the moment there is 1 exclusive property for sale in this region.

We also offer the possibility to market your property internationally to buyers seeking peace, space and authenticity.

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Costa Blanca Rural

The Hidden Gem of Inland Alicante

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Practical Information

Everything you need to know about La Romana & VinalopΓ³ MitjΓ 

✈️ Getting There

Alicante Airport: 40 mins
Murcia Airport: 55 mins
AVE Train: Alicante / Villena β†’ Madrid 2.5h

πŸ“ Distances

Alicante: 45 km
Pinoso: 15 km
Novelda: 12 km
Madrid: 400 km

πŸ›’ Markets & Shopping

Saturday market in La Romana.
Shops open in the mornings and evenings (closed Sundays).

β˜€οΈ Best Time to Visit

Spring (Feb–May): blossom & hiking
Autumn (Sep–Nov): wine & mild temperatures

πŸ₯ Local Services

Health centre available
Pharmacy in every village
Town hall with local information

🌐 Language & Internet

Spanish & Valencian
Good 4G/5G + fibre internet

Emergency Numbers
112 (General Emergency)
061 (Medical)
Local Police: +34 965 696 001