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may 2017
All throughout May 2017 Day trips to Ibiza and Formentera. Escape on a day trip created by Balearia just for you, and make the joy of travelling and discovering somewhere new last forever. You can even bring your bike! Let’s go! Departure from Dénia at 9am, Ibiza at 8pm, and Formentera at 9pm. Information and ticket office at your Oliva Travel Agents: Viajes Costa Mediterránea, Crta Gabriel Ciscar. 58.Tel 96 285 82 05 Viajes Simenón, Calle Alcalde Francisco Llorca, 11. Tel 96 285 88 30 Viajes Punto Cero, calle Pare Antoni Salelles, 10. Tel 96 295 01 97 Viajes El Corte Inglés, calle Major. 36. Tel 96 296 37 48.
Monday 1st
May Crosses
The beginning of May is a nice and appropriate moment to visit Oliva and its streets, which are artistically decorated with the floral monuments of the May Crosses. These Crosses are made of natural and fresh flowers and the design is awarded for their colouring, composition and the originality. Information Tourist Info Oliva. Paseo Luis Vives s/n. Next to the Municipal Market. Tel: 96 285 55 28 email: oliva@touristinfo.net
From the 6th to the 31st of May The republican aesthetic in Valencia: the innovation and survival of figurative art (1928-1942) A Touring Exhibition by the MuVIM, with posters, sculptures, paintings, and diverse works of art that offer visitors an unquestionably fascinating piece of artistic heritage. Place: Temporary exhibition room at the Museo Etnológico, calle Tamarit, 4.
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From May 8th till June 18th Entre Comarques Guided tours
Through various regions, cultures and traditions, through the mainland and the coast… The programme of guided tours through the regions of Vall d’Albaida, Ribera Alta y Baja and Safor gets underway, through which a great variety of tourist sites offered by the participating municipalities will be visited. 2 tours per day + local cuisine + welcome gift = 4€ p.p. Registration form: http://bit.ly/2lzBRiT For more information: www.mancomunitat-safor.org Tel: +34 962965003
Tuesday 2,9,16,23,30
Raspall Game
5:00pm
In the past, “Raspall” was a sport played in the streets of lots of towns. It is still practised in Oliva today and the number of players is on the up. Come to the court, every Tuesday, and enjoy professional and amateur games. Venue: Oliva’s New Trinquet ( Paseo Francisco Brines, s/n) Organiser: Club de Pilota d’Oliva Facebook: Club Pilota Oliva
Cinema at the Teatro Olimpia. Discount Day
6.30pm, 8.30pm
Disfruta del mejor cine y de los últimos estrenos, con el nuevo cine digital, sonido envolvente e imagen digital 2 k, lo último en proyección. Lugar: Teatro Olimpia. C/ Mayor, 18 Cartelera Info: www.cinemaolimpiaoliva.com Facebook: Cine Olimpia
Wednesday 3,10,17,24,31
Visit Oliva’s museums
10:00am
Every Wednesday morning we take you on a tour of Oliva’s museums, all of which are located in historical and restored buildings: the Archaeological Museum the Casa de Mayans, the Etnological Museum (Museo Etnológico), or the Roman Furnace (Horno Romano), to name just a few. Come and immerse yourself in the heart of the city! Information and registrations: Tourist Info Oliva Paseo Luis Vives s/n. Next to the “Mercat Municipal” (Municipal Market) Tel: 96 285 55 28 Email: oliva@touristinfo.net www.olivaturismo.com
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Thursday 4,11,18,25 Cine Club (every thursday)
20:00pm,22:00pm
Enjoy the best cinema and latest releases at the new digital cinema with surround sound and 2k digital image, the latest in projection. Venue: Teatro Olimpia. C/ Major 18. Movie Listings: http://www.cinemaolimpiaoliva.com/ Facebook: Cine Olimpia
Thursday 4
I puritani
8:00pm
I puritani from Madrid’s Royal Theatre. Witness the best performances, on a giant HD screen. Opera by Vicenzo Bellini directed by Evelino Pidó and Emilio Sagi. Tickets on sale before the screening or during cinema opening hours. Venue: Teatro Olimpia. C/ Mayor, 18 More information: www.cinemaolimpiaoliva.com Facebook: Cine Olimpia
Friday 5,12,19,26
Market Day
08:30am
Every Friday throughout the year, Oliva market, one of the most well-known markets in the region of Valencia, offers a wide variety of local produce (seasonal fruit and vegetables), clothing, footwear and various accessories. In addition, Monday to Saturday mornings, we recommend you visit the “Mercado Municipal” (Municipal Market). Be swept away by the building’s uniqueness and the quality of the produce on offer. Venue: The Municipal Market .
Every Friday night: Let’s have tapas!
8:00pm
In various areas of Oliva – the promenade area, the neighbourhoods of Sant Francesc and Sant Vicent, the old town and the beach there are pubs and restaurants offering a wide variety of tapas that delight our visitors. Enjoy your tapas in the friendly family atmosphere.
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Friday the 19th Day and Night at the Museum
from 9pm to 12pm
To celebrate International Museum Day, on Friday evening the museums of Oliva will be open until midnight. Enjoy a night of discovery and excitement across the entire cultural scene, all free of charge. More information: http://oliva.es/arees/vida-cultural/cultura/
Sunday 21st 5th International Triathlon 113MD Oliva “CAPITA DE LA VANGUARDA� nds 2017
08:00am
You can come to the Pau Pi beach in order to contemplate this event that, next to the organised activities that are mixed to please and make fun to everyone. A wonderful sport and festive show. Distance: 1900m swimming- 90km Cycling-21km foot race. Registrations and information at: www.olivaestriatlo.com http://oliva.es/arees/vida-cultural/esports/
Thursday 25th La traviata
8:00pm
Witness the best performances from the Bay of Sidney on a giant HD screen. Oper by Verdi directed by Francesca Zambello. Tickets on sale before the screening or during cinema opening hours. Venue: Teatro Olimpia. C/ Mayor, 18 More information: www.cinemaolimpiaoliva.com Facebook: Cine Olimpia
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Discover Oliva’s surroundings
Our city’s surroundings have a lot to offer. We’ll suggest some different options so that you can discover them a bit more. The journey’s getting started. Are you coming?
Routes through Oliva
There are 6 routes which will allow you to enjoy Oliva’s nature and landscapes. Two have footpaths, another two are also suitable for bikes and two are semi-urban. Walk among aromatic plants, unique trees such as kermes oaks and walnut trees, orange fields and the Marjal Pego-Oliva Natural Park.
“Puig del Frare” and “Font Maria Rosa” trail The Font de Maria Rosa trail is one of the most unique within the municipality of Oliva, and it also passes through the municipalities of Villalonga and La Font d’en Carròs. The route begins in the Panorama II residential area and rises to the top of Puig del Frare, one of the highest points in Oliva where you’ll be able to contemplate magnificent views of the coasts of surrounding regions La Safor and La Marina. Starting point: Panorama II residential area Distance: 2.5 km Duration: 1 hour Difficulty: Medium
Puig Covatelles trail
This interesting route begins in the Panorama II residential area and leads to the top of Puig de Covatelles. Throughout the course of the trail, you’ll be able to see typically Mediterranean forests, as well as some rural constructions of interest. Starting point: Panorama II residential area Distance: 2.4 km Duration: 1 hour Difficulty: Medium
Climb to the Castillo de Santa Anna
You can start this route at Calle del Niño. After 50 metres, we’ll branch off into Calle de la Subida del Calvario and immediately start the climb along the footpath which leads to the Castillo de Santa Anna [St. Anna’s Castle]. Once we’ve reached the top of the mountain, you’ll be able to make out some magnificent panoramic views of the historic centre, beaches and the Marjal Pego-Oliva Natural Park. Starting point: Calle Calvario Distance: 1 km Duration: 20 minutes Difficulty: Low
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Cycling routes
La Safor nature trail – From Oliva to Gandia This trail runs through the old route of the Carcaixent-Dénia railway line, considered to be Spain’s oldest narrow-gauge railway (1864) which was constructed for the orange and silk trade. You can start the trail in Oliva at the end of Paseo de Joan Fuster, following the cycle path towards the municipality of Piles. It’s a straight and comfortable route, during which you’ll be able to see irrigation systems in the plots of land reserved for orange trees. The route continues to the town of Gandia. Once you’re there, you’ll be able to go on to the Parque de la Estación, where you can find an old locomotive, restored and exhibited as a sculpture. Starting point: Oliva-Gandia cycle path Distance: 6.5 km Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Difficulty: Low
Bike ride through Xiricull This trail begins at the crossroads between Paseo de Ladrillares and Camí de la Carrasca. It’s a slightly sloping route along the Les Mines area and starts to climb once you reach Pujalet, until you arrive at La Font del Xiricull. You can return to Oliva by taking the Santa Fe route, passing through the Cavall Bernat mountain. Starting point: Paseo Ladrillares Distance: 5 km Duration: 2 hours Difficulty: Medium
Bike ride to the Font Salada and Marjal Pego-Oliva Natural Park This route starts at the Gabriel Cicar college. It runs along a flat path among orange trees through Camí Vell de Pego. By turning off onto L’Aigüera de Sant Josep, you’ll reach the Font Salada thermal water spring. This is an excellent place to take a bath and relax in its renowned medicinal waters. From Font Salada, we’ll also be able to enter the Marjal Pego-Oliva Natural Park and even reach Calapatar by following the course of the river Bullent. This is a perfect habitat for such unique endemisms as the Valencia toothcarp and other species which live in the park. Starting point: Colegio Alfadalí Distance: 6.8 km Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes Difficulty: Low
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