Trip to Tabarca

TABARCA is the only inhabited island in the Valencian Community and is located opposite the city of Alicante, 11 nautical miles away and close to Cape Santa Pola.

Actually, more than an island, Tabarca is a small archipelago, made up, in addition to Tabarca, of the islets of La Cantera, La Galera and La Nao. It has an approximate length of 1,800 metres and a maximum width of about 400 metres.

In the past, its coasts housed a refuge for Barbary pirates. In the 18th century, Carlos III ordered the fortification and construction of a town in which to house several families of fishermen from Genoa who were captive in the Tunisian city of Tabarka.

The walls that surround its urban nucleus have been declared a Historic­Artistic Site and an Asset of Cultural Interest.

Trips can be made to the island. There are multiple departures from the port of Alicante that last approximately one hour. It can also be accessed from Santa Pola or Benidorm.

Once on the island, visitors will be able to enjoy coves and beaches with transparent waters, a picturesque fishing port and excellent restaurants.