5 Easter escapes to unwind and enjoy

Holy Week is marked by the solemn atmosphere of its processions, while Easter Sunday signals a lighter, more cheerful celebration, when it’s traditional to head outdoors for walking routes and relaxed picnics in nature. Here are five Easter escapes to help you make the most of your time off in Castellón, Valencia and Alicante.

What public holidays fall during Easter in the Region of Valencia?

If you’re planning an Easter escape, it’s useful to know that public holidays in the Region of Valencia usually run from Good Friday to Easter Monday—the key day for enjoying a traditional mona de Pascua outdoors. In some towns, school holidays even continue until the following Monday, Saint Vincent Ferrer’s Day.

Where to go during Holy Week 2026 and what to see

If you’re still deciding where to go during Holy Week in the Region of Valencia, there are plenty of options to suit every taste. Here are five standout ideas:

1. The seaside charm of València

One great way to experience it is through the Semana Santa Marinera, a unique tradition celebrated in the neighbourhoods of Grao, Cabanyal and Canyamelar. And with a city full of things to see and do, there’s plenty more to enjoy. Here’s an itinerary to help you make the most of it.

2. History and palm trees in Elche and Orihuela

If you’re looking for culture and artistic heritage, Elche and Orihuela are two of the best destinations to visit during Holy Week. The Palm Sunday procession in Elche and the spectacular traditions and monuments of Orihuela are among the most celebrated Holy Week events in Spain.

3. Altea and the light of the Costa Blanca

Altea is a wonderful place to head for Easter in the Region of Valencia if you want to be by the sea. Its old town is sure to win you over! Whitewashed façades and blue-domed churches await in this charming corner of the Mediterranean.

4. Morella and the quiet beauty of Els Ports

One of the best Easter escapes for switching off awaits in Morella, in the Els Ports region of Castellón. This medieval town is perfect if you prefer mountain air, historic streets and centuries-old monuments. Be sure to visit the castle, and don’t leave without tasting the traditional sopa morellana.

5. Where to go at Easter with children in the Region of Valencia

If you’re planning an Easter escape with children in mind, here are some great places where the whole family can learn and have fun together:

• Parc Miner del Maestrat, between La Torre d’en Besora and Culla

• Covetes dels Moros, in Bocairent

• Submarine Floating Museum Delfín S-61, in Torrevieja

• Museu de les Ciències and Hemisfèric, in València

Subscribe to our newsletter if you’d like to discover more ideas like these.