The Virgin of the Consol — Attraction in Altea

Caught a No 10 bus from Benidorm 1€ 50 driving through the countryside bus broke down had to get off and on to one that had caught up so no delaying to how journey got off at Altea Railway (trams) station walk across lines there is a pathway that leads you up to the church through the old town A big mistake there are hundred of steps to climb up it was very hot day and we eventually arrived.The Church was Beautiful inside very cool and peaceful place to think about life.We came out better than when we went in we stopped for a few minutes to see which way to get the bus back and the door closed so we was lucky.We then found a road down to the shops which led to the main road to catch the bus back to Benidorm they run about every...

The called 'Cúpula del Mediterráneo' by the locals is the meet point of people who are wandering through the white, slope and beautiful streets of Altea's old centre. Also you have spectacular views of the coast from Ifach rock to Albir lighthouse, the skyline of Benidorm, the 'Puig Campana' peak anf the 'Serra de Bernia'. Also you have more than thirty locals around to dine, have a drink,an ice cream...and cozy shops to buy...

A must visit when you are in the area. Just a short drive from Benidorm, Altea makes a lovely spot for a short visit. Visit the church, visit the local restaurants, buy some ice-cream and admire the views. We enjoyed our visit today and will likely return later during our vacation in the area. No entry fee for the church but be nice and make at least a small donation to this...