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Gran Canet is much more than a residential complex. It is a large shopping, enchanting quarters for strolling around and sites where open space that will provide you with freedom, and is adapted to your culture and art can be enjoyed in all their forms. pace of life. Canet is best showcased on the seafront, and also through its Canet d´En Berenguer is located between the cities of and choice of cuisine, over 300 days of sunshine per year and endless Castellón, with quick, convenient access to both of them, and sur- beaches with crystal clear turquoise water. rounded by many contrasting environments. Between leafy mountain ranges for walks and adventure, and fine sandy beaches and marinas. You will be able to play golf as one of the traditional Mediterranean sports with over 7 courses all lying within less than a 50 minute drive. Its proximity to the city of Valencia provides direct access to the ep- icentre of pure Mediterranean essence. Valencia is an open, cos- It is not by chance. Gran Canet knew how to choose the exact loca- mopolitan city, where tradition and modernity live hand-in-hand, a tion to provide you with it all, where you will not have to relinquish cradle of artists, festivities and colour. It has some of the finest anything. Somewhere to enjoy life to the fullest, at your own pace. 3

Map of Valencia, Beaches Canet and so close surrounding area 4 5 7

Gastronomy Golf Nautical Ports

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Sports Shopping Festivities and Tradition

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Other points Access and of interest communications

21 23 El Bosque Golf Club Escorpión Sierra Roman Theatre Foressos Golf Golf Club Calderona Real Club Golf Sierra Espadán Valle de San José Caves Castellón Airport Mediterráneo Golf

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Valencia La Patacona Beach Canet Malvarrosa Port Saplaya La Devesa Beach Marina Pobla de Racó de Mar Beach Castellón de El Saler Valencia Farnals Marina Canet La Almardá Beach Beach Marina d’En Berenguer Casa Blanca Beach El Perelló Marina Marina Corinto-Malvarrosa Burriananova High-speed Beach La Albufera Railway Marina Castellón Port Marina Nature Reserve (Ave) Station · Bodega Anyora Costa Azahar Alicante Campo de golf · Casa Carmela Golf Club de El Saler Arrels · Casa Montaña · El Casino Casa Manolo · El Poblet · Casa Ruiz · Ricard Camarena · El Galeón Sierra Mariola · El Riff · El Sarao · El Mesó · Oropesa del Mar Marina · La Aldeana · Las Fuentes Marina · La Salita · Benicarló Marina · Sucede · Vinaroz Port

Yacht Clubs and Marinas restaurants Transport Golf Courses Points of Interest 5

With 1250 metres of coastline and 300 days of sunlight a year, Canet d’En Berenguer is located in a privileged site standing just 20 km from Valencia Valencia, so close

An environment with a wide choice of tourism and Just a short distance north from Canet are the cultural activities. The Ciudad de las Artes y las Marjal del Moro protected marshes or the Ciencias (Arts and Science Museum) in Va- Estanys de Almenara comprising the habitat lencia is a must, as is the historical centre, the for many protected species and valued for their Cathedral, the Central Market, the Lonja de ecological value and biodiversity. Seda (Silk Exchange), the Estación del Norte railway station, the Royal Marina, or enjoying a To the east of Canet lies the Mediterranean Sea. boat trip at sunset on La Albufera lake. To the west, the monumental city of Sagunto and the Sierra Calderona Nature Reserve in And just 30 kilometres to the north lies Cas- the background, whereas to the south is the tellón. A surprising city with monuments such River Palancia, the coastal town of Puerto as El Fadrí, La Lonja del Cáñamo or the Post de Sagunto and a long coastline characterising Office Building, and the Grao area with its Valencia province. wonderful choice of cuisine.

CANET TOURIST SAGUNTO TOURIST CASTELLÓN TOURIST VALENCIA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE INFORMATION OFFICE INFORMATION OFFICE INFORMATION OFFICE Pza. Marítim 9 d’Octubre, 55 Pza. Cronista Chabret, s/n Pza. de la Hierba, s/n Pza. de l’Ajuntament, 1 46529 Canet d’En Berenguer 46500 Sagunto 12001 Castellón de la Plana 46002 Valencia Tel. 962 607 806 Tel. 962 655 859 Tel. 964 358 688 Tel. 963 524 908 6

Likewise, its proximity to the River Palancia, You will also find many green areas, parks, lei- In the summer months, Sierra Calderona and Sierra de Espadán sure areas and a nautical club where you will nature reserves just serve to enhance its en- be able to enjoy sailing, canoeing or fishing. live music fills the terraces, vironmental value making them ideal places traditional street markets for family trips out on walks or routes on Furthermore, over weekends in the sum- and the promenade quads or MTB. mer months, Plaza de los Pescadores is the venue for family activities for people all The endless leisure and entertainment ages with acting, open air cinema, sports choice in Canet d’En Berenguer is yet an- classes (Pilates, fitness, ballroom dancing) other of the attractions of this town. and concerts. 7

Canet d’En Berenguer beach has been awarded the blue flag for the quality of its water and services for three decades

BeachesEl chapuzón de hoy, ¿dónde?

476 KILOMETRES OF COASTLINE, AND OVER A HUNDRED BLUE FLAG BEACHES. THAT IS WHAT THE VALENCIAN COASTLINE IS MADE UP OF, MAKING THIS NARROW STRIP OF COASTLINE BETWEEN THE LAND AND THE SEA AN IDEAL PLACE FOR THOUSANDS OF VISITORS EVERY YEAR, CONFERRING HUGE VALUE TO THE LOCAL RESIDENTS.

Beaches such as Racó de Mar, La Almardá in Racó de Mar is the spectacular beach in Canet d´En Berenguer or La Malvarrosa and Canet d’En Berenguer, stretching 1250 me- El Saler in Valencia have something different. tres long and 80 metres wide. It is not just its fine, white sand, but also its crystal clear, Spring and autumn, winter and summer, any shallow water and relaxing family atmosphere season of the year is perfect to enjoy yourself with its dunes making it a stronghold of high at Gran Canet and its surrounding nature. ecological and environmental value thanks to the beauty of its flora and fauna. 8

Valencia itself has 25 kilometres of coastline

Moreover, you will be able to enjoy dinghy sailing and windsurfing courses for all ages throughout the summer months.

Very close by is La Almardà beach, where gravel and coarser sand mix while the string of sand dunes continues its march. Covering a length of two kilometres, it is perfect for water sports.

Valencia itself has 25 kilometres of coastline. It belongs to the town of and is adja- Just 15 minutes to the south of Valencia is the La Patacona beach is the perfect choice if cent to the most popular beach in Valencia, La Devesa de El Saler beach, stretching for 5 you are looking for something less touristy, Malvarrosa, an urban beach par excellence, kilometres of golden sand, which is a marvel away from the bustle of the bars, restaurants, wide and open, with fine sand, flanked by the for runners. It is also very close to the La Al- pubs and leisure areas of the promenade. promenade and featuring all manner of services. bufera Nature Reserve.

RACÓ DE MAR LA ALMARDÁ CORINTO- CASABLANCA LA PATACONA LA MALVARROSA EL SALER BEACH BEACH MALVARROSA BEACH BEACH BEACH BEACH Length: 1.250m Length: 2.000m BEACH Length: 3.500m Length: 1.051m Length: 1.800m Length: 4.940m Average width: 80m Average width: 100m Length: 2.200m Average width: 700m Average width: 110m Average width: 60m Average width: 35m Average width: 75m Occupation: High Occupation: Medium Occupation: Low Occupation: Medium Occupation: High Occupation: Medium Occupation: Medium

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The choice of gastronomy in the area is based on dishes made from local seafood and market garden produce

Gastronomy

THE GASTRONOMIC SPECIALITIES OF VALENCIA, WITH RICE AS ONE OF ITS STAPLE INGREDIENTS, COMPRISE A SIGNIFICANT PART OF THE CULINARY CHOICE IN CANET.

Rice dishes such as Paella, Arroz al Horno, Ar- El Galeón, El Casino and El Sarao are the roz Negro, Arroz a Banda or Empedrat, are just benchmarks in Mediterranean cuisine in the Eating out in Canet d’En Berenguer some of the typical rice dishes in this area. area, with menus ranging from char-grilled octopus legs, Esgarraet with Mojama (pep- EL GALEÓN Among the fish dishes, striped red mullet, pers, garlic, cod and olive oil with cured tuna), Paseo Marítimo 9 Octubre, 3 monkfish, sea bream and sea bass particularly to mantis shrimp and artichoke paella. Canet d’En Berenguer. Tel. 962 609 446 stand out, prepared according to recipes that EL CASINO have made the Mediterranean diet one of the And if you would like a change of cuisine, you Les parres, 10. Canet d’En Berenguer Tel. 658 927 107 most varied and healthiest in the world. could always try Casa Ruiz, the best restau- EL SARAO rant to try Moroccan cooking. Juan de Juanes, 2. Canet d’En Berenguer Tel. 962 609 288 CASA RUIZ SEE Avda. Italia, B 58. Canet d’En Berenguer MAP Tel. 962 608 189 PAGE 4 10

Eating out in Valencia and Traditional ELS ARRELS surrounding area Del Castell, 18. Sagunto. Tel. 606 754 076 CASA CARMELA Just ten minutes out of Canet d’En Berenguer Isabel de Villena, 155. Valencia. Tel. 963 710 073 you could be having a delicious meal at Els Ar- BODEGA ANYORA Vicent Gallart, 15. Valencia. Tel. 963 558 809 rels, located in the historical centre of Sagun- LA ALDEANA to, in the former livery of a 16th century palace. Josep Benlliure, 258. Valencia. Tel. 677 185 223 CASA MONTAÑA In Valencia city, you will always be able to Josep Benlliure, 69. Valencia. Tel. 963 672 314 find an excuse to eat out at Casa Carmela, Bodega Anyora, La Aldeana or Casa Mon- taña. And as if that were not enough, the res- taurants El Poblet and Ricard Camarena run Michelin Stars by the chef Quique Dacosta have both been EL POBLET awarded two Michelin Stars each. And the op- Correos, 8. Valencia. Tel. 961 111 106 tions of La Salita, by the chef Begoña Rodri- RICARD CAMARENA go, the Riff, by the chef Bernd H. Knöller and Mercado de Colón. Valencia. Tel. 963 445 631 Sucede located inside the singular Caro Hotel, LA SALITA have all been awarded one star in the prestig- Séneca, 12. Valencia. Tel. 963 817 516 ious 2020 Michelin guide. RIFF Conde de Altea, 18. Valencia. Tel. 671 875 975 At Daimús beach, just half an hour from SUCEDE Canet, on the seafront itself is the restaurant De l’Almirall, 14. Valencia. Tel. 963 155 287 run by Manuel Alonso. Casa Manolo, awarded CASA MANOLO Paseo Marítimo, 5. Daimús. Tel. 962 818 568 one Michelin star, which gives you the chance to enjoy the most exquisite coastal gastrono- my, with the sea as the backdrop. SEE MAP PAGE 4 11

Seven golf courses less than 50 minutes drive from Gran Canet

El Saler Escorpión Golf Golf Golf Club Club Among the best courses Tradition and quality in the world With its well cared for facilities, It is rated as one of the best it is one of the most outstanding HERE ARE SOME OF THE MOST CHARMING, PRESTIGIOUS golf courses in the world by golf clubs in the Region of Va- professional and amateur players lencia and in . It includes a GOLF COURSES IN THE REGION OF VALENCIA. alike, institutions and special- gym, crèche, tennis courts, pad- ist press. It was built in 1968 by dle tennis courts and swimming Practice your drive surrounded by nature in a Javier Arana, a great Spanish golf pool. Its 27 holes allow for dif- course architect, and is located in ferent courses where players can luxurious venue next to the sea or nestled in the El Saler Nature Reserve on the combine technique and power. the mountains, and enjoy an unbeatable array shores of the Mediterranean Sea. The courses are surrounded of services, where the climate is perfect just It consists of 18 holes with a by dense forest. It has been about every day of the year. par of 72. It has a golf school, the venue of some of the golf practice course, 3 putting world’s major competitions, The most relevant, because of their proximity greens, 2 approach greens, and has seen great players rise equipment shop, golf club rent- through its ranks. and facilities are Escorpión Golf Club, Cos- al, caddies and electric buggies, ta Azahar Golf Club, Mediterráneo Golf, restaurant and cafeteria. El Bosque Golf Club, Foressos Golf Club, Real Club de Golf de Manises and El Saler Golf Club. No. holes: 18 No. holes: 27 Distance from Gran Canet: Distance from Gran Canet: 49,7 Km 35,4 Km Address: Address: SEE MAP Avda. de los Pinares, 151 Ctra. San Antonio de Benagéber PAGE 4 E-46012 El Saler a Bétera s/n. 46117 Bétera 12

Costa Azahar Mediterráneo El Bosque Foressos Real Club de Golf Golf Club Golf Golf Club Golf de Manises

Flavour of the sea Golf and gastronomy In harmony with flora The longest green A social and family and fauna atmosphere It stands out for its simplicity, Strategically located in the town In , just a few kilometres and location less than 50 me- of Borriol, it is just 6 km from 42 minutes from Canet, locat- from Valencia is Foressos Golf. A This is undoubtedly a benchmark tres from the sea. This course the Mediterranean and a 40 ed at the feet of a mountain and magnificent course with 18 holes in Spanish golf courses, and stands featuring 9 holes is surrounded minute drive from Canet. It is completely surrounded by Med- and a par of 72. It has 14 lakes, out for its social and family at- by a pine forest and is designed a course comprising 18 holes iterranean plant life. El Bosque 1500 palm trees, 100 olive trees, mosphere. It was founded in 1954 for people who prefer long dis- which has contributed to the features 18 fairways, a par of 200 pine trees and a host of different by the Air Force and is one of the tance shots. growing fame of its architect, 72 and is 6249 metres long, plant species throughout the course. country’s pioneering courses. Ramón Espinosa, and was where making an ideal course for top The facility is completed with a Club de Golf de Manises has It is located in an ideal site, just 6 the Augusta Masters tour- level competitions. shop, cafeteria and a club house a club house, swimming pool, kilometres from the city centre of nament winner Sergio García The main hallmark of this in a beautiful old Masia farmstead schools, practice course, put- Castellón de la Plana. Throughout started playing golf. the course you will be surround- course are its greens, owing dating back to the 17th century ting pitch and equipment shop to ed by the Mediterranean Sea on In addition to an enjoyable round to their flawless maintenance which has been fully restored, with complete the magnificent servic- one side and fairways screened of golf, you will also be able to en- and their landscaping, with a club room, changing room, social es at the course, with 18 holes by vegetation, making each shot joy their excellent daily menus at the greens raised higher than and games room. Hole 7 is one of and located next to Manises a challenge for your accuracy. the enchanting restaurant there. the fairways. the longest greens in Europe, airport. standing at 70 metres.

No. holes: 9 No. holes: 18 No. holes: 18 No. holes: 18 No. holes: 18 Distance from Gran Canet: Distance from Gran Canet: Distance from Gran Canet: Distance from Gran Canet: Distance from Gran Canet: 52 Km 53,2 Km 51,7 Km 56,4 Km 38,6 Km Address: Address: Address: Address: Address: Avda. Ferrandis Salvador s/n Urbanización La Coma A-3 Madrid, salida 337- km. 4,1 Carretera A7, Km 358 Calle el Maestrat, 1 12100 Grao de Castellón 12190 Borriol (Castellón) 46370 46220 Picassent 46940 Manises

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600 km of navigable coastline, 30 nautical destinations and 50 ports and marinas in the Region of Valencia Nautical Ports

THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA IS A HUGE REGATTA COURSE IN ITSELF, AND THE AREA BETWEEN CANET D’EN BERENGUER AND VALENCIA IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE BEST COASTLINES IN THE WORLD FOR NAUTICAL SPORTS.

Canet d’En Berenguer port is the midway as canoeing, fishing and diving. It is com- mooring point between Valencia and Cas- pleted with other services such as a slipway, tellón, and is owned and managed by the Va- harbour services, depth gauging, restoration lencian Regional Government. The fact that and weather station. all its moorings are tariffed for public use means that even in the peak of sum- Moreover, the location of Canet makes its mer there is usually an available mooring. Racó de Mar beach the ideal site for all man- Moreover, the port services include a social ner of nautical and water sports imagina- centre and restaurant within the premis- ble: dinghy sailing, stand-up paddle surf, kay- es. In summer the sailing school is open for ak, diving, water-skiing, and much more. all the public, and also offers activities such 14

In Valencia In Castellón

Canet d’En Berenguer Marina Puerto de Vinaroz Marina

Paseo 9 de octubre. 46529 Puerto de Sagunto Calle del Músic Carles Santos, s/n. 12500 Vinaroz No. moorings: 579 (length between 5m and 12 m) No. moorings: 195 Coordinates: 39º40’N y 0º12’W Coordinates: 40º27’04”N y 0º28’05”E

Valencia Marina Las Fuentes Marina

Camino Canal, 91. 46024 Valencia Playa de Alcossebre, s/n. 12579 Alcalà de Xivert-Alcossebre No. moorings: 1.397 Coordinates: 39º25’07”N y 0º19’04”W No. moorings: 275 Coordinates: 40º15’00”N y 0º17’30”E Pobla de Farnals Marina Burriananova Marina

Paseo Marítimo s/n. 46137 Pobla de Farnals Zona Servicios, s/n. 12530 Burriana No. moorings: 650 No. moorings: 408 Coordinates: 39º33’06”N y 0º16’05”W Coordinates: 39º51’00”N y 0º04’00”E

Port Saplaya Marina Oropesa del Mar Marina

Autopista AP-7, Km 4,5. Puerto Deportivo Oropesa del Mar s/n. Other choices of marinas near to Canet Ronda del Puerto, s/n. 46128 Alboraya 12594 Oropesa del Mar are Pobla Marina in , Ma- No. moorings: 323 No. moorings: 668 rina Port Castellón, Marina Burriananova and Coordinates: 39º30’05”N y 0º19’00”W Coordinates: 40°04’06”N y 0°08’03”E Marina de Valencia. El Perelló Marina Castellón Port Marina

The most relevant Nautical Clubs are Club Avda. del Pantano. 46420 Sueca Muelle de Levante-Dársena Interior s/n. 12100 Grao de Castellón Náutico de Burriana, Club Náutico Port No. moorings: 186 Saplaya, Real Club Náutico de Valencia and Coordinates: 39º16’05”N y 0º17’00”W No. moorings: 200 Coordinates: 39º58’464”N y 0º01’055”E Real Club Náutico de Castellón. Benicarló Marina

Dársena deportiva. 12580 Benicarló SEE No. moorings: 300 MAP Coordinates: 40º 24’ 5N y 0º 26’E PAGE 4 15

Canet d’En Berenguer also offers other sports activities such as cycling, amateur running races and mountain activities

Sports

Owing to its exceptional climate throughout the entire year, Canet is the ideal site for all manner of open air sports in any season of the year.

Its parks, gardens and cycle paths are also worthy of mention, in addition to the sports facilities including its football pitch, basket- Cycling ball courts and skate park. The Region of Valencia has thousands of kilo- metres of roads for cycling, crossing through pleasant coastal landscapes, mountain passes or inland roadways passing through forests and picturesque villages. 16

Whatever your Amateur running races, favourite sport is, rafting, rock-climbing, you will be able canoeing, canyoning, to do it paragliding and yoga

Amateur running races Mountain activities Yoga and more on the beach

For running enthusiasts, the city of Valencia Rafting, rock-climbing, kayaking, can- Apart from swimming and walking, beaches hosts some of the most relevant races in the yoning or paragliding are just some of the also offer us the chance to do other sports, world, such as the Trinidad Allfonso EDP most popular activities in inland areas. And since there are zones equipped for games Marathon of Valencia, the Half Marathon for those who prefer to enjoy the landscape such as beach volleyball, beach football, of Valencia and the 10K of Valencia. rather than adventure, there are many high basketball, etc., and in the summer keep-fit and low mountain walks through areas of or yoga classes with specialist monitors which Castellón also hosts some interesting day and huge natural value in the Sierra Calderona are organised by the Canet Town Hall. There is night races on urban and interurban routes. and Sierra de Espadán mountain ranges. even the famous Yoga Festival in the town. 17

In Canet d’En Berenguer, we support the local businesses

Shopping

GOING SHOPPING DOESN’T NEED TO BE STRESSFUL. CANET HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A COMFORTABLE STAY ANY TIME OF THE YEAR, ALL YOU NEED WITHIN EASY REACH. EVERY MONDAY AND TUESDAY FROM 09:00 TO 14:00 THERE IS THE TOWN STREET MARKET WITH AN ENDLESS AMOUNT OF FRESH PRODUCE IN THE PLAZA DEL CASTILLO.

This market is also set up on every Sunday in Canet is a safe bet for buying produce that of the year from 09:00 to 14:00 in the plaza comes straight from the field to the stands, between Maximiliano Tous and Flor de Mayo thus contributing to the local economy. We rec- streets, very close to the beach. And during the ommend the famous Cedrillas bread, in any summer period, on Wednesday evenings from of its varieties: sweets, pastries or pasties. And 17:00 to 22:00 in the same place. don’t forget the most typical produce: wine and rosemary cheese, cured ham and other delica- Locally produced fruit and vegetables, textiles tessen products. There will be time afterwards and household products. The traditional market for a cycle ride to burn off the calories. 18

Shopping areas in Valencia city Colón Market Calle Colón Tapinería Market Calle Don Juan de Austria Calle Jorge Juan Calle de la Paz

Very close to the Town Hall there are some For more unusual, locally designed gifts, a stroll Jeweller’s in Valencia city local shops with a varied range of products around the modernist Colón Market is high- such as Bordados DO, Fusta Shoes and the ly recommended, and the ephemeral stores in ARGIMIRO Colón, 41. 46004 Valencia. Tel. 963 944 494 traditional San Blas Bakery with its high- Tapinería Market. If you are looking for del- GIMENEZ ly rated pastries and cakes. Canet also has icatessen produce, delicious fresh Valencian Colón, 35. 46004 Valencia. Tel. 963 520 193 some large shopping malls such as L’Epicen- products, or from anywhere else on the planet RABAT tre or VidaNova Park, and also several su- for that matter, then the traditional Central Colón, 41. 46004 Valencia. Tel. 963 527 678 permarkets. Market is the place for you. One of the most visited buildings in Valencia because of the Shops in Valencia city In Valencia, a trip to the shopping area in the quality of its products and its undeniably spec- LUIS VUITTON historical centre and surrounding area is a tacular architecture. Poeta Querol, 5. 46002 Valencia. Tel. 902 100 878 must. Strolling along calle Colón, Don Juan LOEWE de Austria, Jorge Juan, Cirilo Amorós and Marqués de , 7. 46002 Valencia. calle La Paz is a delight, where you will be Tel.963 533 890 able to find all the major national and interna- LLADRÓ Poeta Querol, 9. 46002 Valencia. Tel. 963 511 625 tional brands. Louis Vuitton, Loewe or Lla- HUGO BOSS dró among many others can be found in calle La Paz, 14. 46003 Valencia. Tel. 964 912 161 Poeta Querol, whereas in Calle Colón some of the best jewellery shops in Valencia can be Shopping in Canet d’En Berenguer found, such as Argimiro, Giménez or Rabat. BORDADOS DO Muralla, 7. Tel. 960 636 164 FUSTA SHOES Carretera de Morvedre, 5. Tel. 687 496 418 SEE HORNO SAN BLAS MAP CC L’Epicentre. CC Vidanova Park PAGE 4 19

Festivities and Tradition

THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE YEAR CANET D’EN BERENGUER IS THE VENUE FOR DIFFERENT CELEBRATIONS THAT FILL THE TOWN WITH LIFE AND ENTERTAINMENT.

The Region of Valencia holds many local JUNE festivities and is home to traditions that make it an ideal tourist destination for people Festa dels from all over the world. Xiquets

Music, light and colour are the staple in- Canet d’En Berenguer’s Town gredients for many of the festivities in our Hall organise children’s fes- towns and villages. In summer it is not un- tivities, sporting events, fan- common to be able to see firework displays cy-dress dances, among oth- from our terraces and balconies, lighting up ers, where there are always the Valencian sky. firework displays as the climax to the events. 20

MARCH MARCH-APRIL

Las Fallas La Magdalena de Valencia Festivities

In 2016 UNESCO declared The main events during these the Fallas festivities in Valen- popular festivities in Castellón cia Intangible Cultural Her- are the Pregó procession, itage, and is one of the most the Canyes pilgrimage to the internationally well-known St. Mary Magdalene Shrine, festivities. These festivities the Retorno night-time pro- are characterised by tradition- cession and the Gaiatas pro- al costumes, firework displays, cession. Mascletás (firecracker displays), music and the Falla monuments Concerts, firework displays, flo- themselves. The smell of gun- ral offerings and gastronomy powder fills the streets from complete a week of unforgetta- March 1st to 19th. ble festivities. JUNE SEPTEMBER OCTOBER

Sant Pere d´En Festividad de la 9 d’octubre Berenguer Virgen de las Febres

Moreover, bulls, music and pyro- Concerts, street parties and The regional festivity of the technics fill the streets of Canet shows and events with bulls are Region of Valencia is also cele- during the town’s patron saint fes- just some of the activities pro- brated in Canet d’En Berenguer tivities. These festivities are held grammed, in addition to tradi- with a show by a local young on the days before and after June tional dancing known as Dança pyrotechnics group, Els Dimonis 29th. Bous al Carrer (Bull Running) and Ball de Plaça which fill the de Canet, to commemorate lib- with unaccustomed bulls and town’s streets with the sound eration of the city of Valencia by Vaquillas (young heifers) play the of music, light and laughter. Jaime I in 1238. starring role in these festivities. 21

The Albufera Nature Park is one of the most representative and valuable coastal wetlands in the Region of Valencia

Other points of interest

LIVING IN CANET IS LIVING IN A UNIQUE ENVIRONMENT WHERE THERE ARE MAGICAL SITES OF INTEREST AS CLOSE BY AS SAGUNTO, COASTAL VILLAGES WITH AN UNBEATABLE CHOICE OF LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT ACTIVITIES, AND ALSO THE MOUNTAIN RANGES, NATURE PARKS AND BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPES SURROUNDING THEM.

In neighbouring Sagunto, you will be able to A visit to the caves of Cuevas de San José visit the Arabic Castle, the Roman Theatre is a must, located just 22 km way in Vall (1st Century) and the archaeological remains of d’Uixó. Since the caves were opened to the the Via del Portico and Casa dels Peixos. public in 1929, visitors can go on boat trips along the quiet waters of this marvel of na- Likewise, the Plaza de Armas is particularly ture following one of the most spectacular noteworthy, with its Roman pillars, and Plaza navigable underground rivers in the Medi- María Magdalena. terranean area. 22

Sierra Calderona mountain range, on the A trip up to the El Garbí viewpoint is a other hand, located just 40 km from Canet must. Standing at 593 metres above sea d’En Berenguer has been a Nature Reserve level it affords some spectacular views. The since 2002. It is part of a mountain range route entails a fairly steep climb and is the comprising the foothills of the Sistema perfect trip for a family day out for people Ibérico mountain range system separating of all ages. the basins of the River Palancia to the north and the River to the south. Because of Cueva Santa, 40 km inland in the Alto its proximity, it is considered to be the main Palancia region, is an attractive natural land- green lung of the city of Valencia. scape near to Alto de Montmayor, standing 820 metres above sea level, with the town of Altura (Castellón), to which it belongs, just 12 kilometres away. Inside the cave is a grotto of karstic origins, 20 metres deep, where a chapel and shrine are reached after Additional information: descending the staircase, dedicated to its namesake Virgin. SAGUNTO CASTLE Calle del Castell, s/n. 46500 Sagunto (Valencia) The Albufera Nature Park, located 50 km Tel. 962 617 267 from Canet to the south, is one of the most ROMAN THEATRE Pza. Facundo Roca, s/n. 46500 Sagunto (Valencia) representative and valuable coastal wetlands Tel. 962 617 267 in the Region of Valencia and in the Mediter- SAN JOSÉ CAVES ranean basin. The enormous biodiversity of Pza. de Sant Josep, s/n. this protected natural area is the perfect site 12600 La Vall d’Uixó (Castellón) for watching a wide variety of flora and fauna. Tel. 964 690 576 SIERRA DE CALDERONA NATURE RESERVE 46119 Náquera (Valencia) EL GARBÍ VIEWPOINT 46590 (Valencia) CUEVA SANTA Calle , 0. 12410 Altura (Castellón) Tel. 964 764 137 LA ALBUFERA NATURE RESERVE SEE Ctra. del Palmar, s/n. 46012 Valencia MAP Tel. 963 868 050 PAGE 4 23

European capitals. Castellón Airport is a 50 minute drive away, with direct flights to Mar- seilles, London and Vienna.

The high-speed AVE train from Valencia, with a range of high-speed rail connections is anoth- er means of direct overland travel, connecting Cuenca, Madrid, Segovia, Valladolid, Palencia, León, Ciudad Real, Córdoba, Seville and Malaga.

Finally, Valencia Port provides a range of ship- ping connections, both international and region- Access and communications al, to some of the main ports around the world. It has recently become a major port of entrance for tourists on Mediterranean cruises. The city CANET D’EN BERENGUER IS LOCATED IN A STRATEGIC ENCLAVE WITH EASY ACCESS of Valencia also has good sea connections with THANKS TO ITS PROXIMITY TO THE PROVINCIAL CAPITAL CITIES. IN TURN, IT HAS the Balearic Islands, with daily crossings to Palma de Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera. DIRECT, CONVENIENT CONNECTIONS FROM ANYWHERE IN SPAIN OR ABROAD.

By road it can be reached from any national The Mudéjar motorway, or A-23 links Canet or international area along the Mediterranean d’En Berenguer with Aragon, the Basque Coun- Motorway, or AP-7, which starts in Algeciras try and France through the Somport Tunnel. to the south and ends in Barcelona to the north. From central Spain it is connected via the Au- Valencia Airport is just 30 minutes from tovía del Este or A-3, linking Madrid and the Canet, with a wide choice of flights from any Region of Valencia. other Spanish city and to some of the main

VALENCIA CASTELLÓN JOAQUIN SOROLLA VALENCIA AIRPORT AIRPORT HIGH-SPEED RAILWAY PORT (AVE) STATION Ctra. del Aeropuerto, s/n Ctra. CV-13, Km. 2,4 Avda. Muelle del Turia, s/n SEE 46940 Manises (Valencia) 12181 Benlloch (Castellón) San Vicente Mártir, 171 46024 Valencia 46007 Valencia MAP Tel. 902 404 704 Tel. 964 239 018 Tel. 963 939 500 PAGE 4 Tel. 963 803 623 www.grancanet.com 963 459 255 / 687 036 274