discover Introduction 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 Valencia 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 9 11 13 Sports Shopping Festivities and Tradition 15 17 19 Other points Access and of interest communications 21 23 Valencia Airport El Bosque Golf Club Escorpión Sierra Roman Theatre Foressos Golf Golf Club Calderona Sagunto Real Club Golf Manises Sierra Espadán Valle de Ayora San José Caves Castellón Airport Mediterráneo Golf AP-7 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 Alboraya 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 SEE MAP PAGE 4 9 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 Valencian cuisine 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.