Xaló

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Come and discover what to see in Xaló, a small destination bursting with charm in La Marina Alta.

Located in La Marina Alta in the province of Alicante, Xaló is one of our great wine tourism destinations. Come and discover this small village with plenty to do and savour great wines in what promises to be an unforgettable experience.

What to do in Xaló

To start, we’d recommend wandering around the historic centre of Xaló, stopping off to admire the ceramic altars that adorn some of the streets. These date back to the 18th and 19th centuries and feature religious images of saints and other figures that the streets of the destination are named after.

Set aside some time to see Santa María Parish Church, also built between the 18th and 19th centuries in the Neoclassical style. The church is home to a very old sculpture of the Virgin Mary, known as the “Virgen Pobre”.

Xaló sits on the banks of the River Gorgos, and close to its shores you can visit Santo Domingo Chapel. This small and charming place of worship was built in the Baroque style and is the focus point of some of the destination’s biggest festivities. Next to it, every Saturday there is a lively antiques market that draws in the crowds – don’t miss it!

You can take hikes or walks in Xaló to reach iconic places like Sapena Pool (also known as Bassa Els Arcs Pool), an 18th-century pool defined by its pretty columns and arches. Another option is to explore the ruins of Aixa Castle, located atop the mountain dominating the landscape of the Pop Valley. You’ll be blown away by the views.

To round off your trip, we recommend taking a look around Xaló Ethnological and Archaeological Museum, exploring the ancestral culture of raisin production by taking the riurau route, and enjoying a tasting session at one of the wineries. Discover this and other destinations as well as the countless things you can enjoy by signing up to our newsletter. Make sure you visit Xaló!

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