Alcublas

Alcublas, in the  province of Valencia, is one of the white villages of the Valencian Serranía highlands that you really shouldn’t miss if you enjoy walking through landscapes of quiet, distinctive beauty, that are alive with biodiversity. Discover it with us.

What to see in Alcublas

The windmills of Alcublas are well worth a visit. Set on top of a hill, they have been fully restored and are surrounded by a picnic area. And the views from here are spectacular, you can drink in the village itself, the Ventisquero de la Villa and the old Civil War airfield.

Venture a little outside Alcublas and you’ll find nature’s paradise at Balsa Silvestre. At this freshwater pond, which is located in La Solana (a municipal natural landscape) and  Barranco de Lucía, you can see all sorts of wildlife, including ribbed newts, Spanish spadefish toads, Natterjack toads and more. To get here, you will walk through woodland of Aleppo and black pines.

In the same area, you can take a look at remains from the Bronze Age as well as old constructions such as lime kilns and snowfields. If you’re keen to see some more wildlife, we’d recommend visiting El Prao where you can see all sorts of invertebrates. 

Back in the town centre, you can go for a walk and take in the 18th-century town hall, with a stone-carved coat of arms dated 1603 on its façade. Also worth seeing are the Parish Church of San Antonio Abad, built between the 13th and 17th centuries, the old slaughterhouse, now converted into a museum, and the olive mill.

If you’re an active type, you’ll be pleased to know that Alcublas is a great rock climbing destination. At Peña Ramiro there are 40 different routes in 6 different areas. The perfect way to get up close to the mountain and enjoy breathtaking views. 

Lastly, we’d recommend experiencing Alcublas’ festivals for yourself, from those held in January in honour of San Antón, the perfect excuse to try its delicious ollas and calderas, to the August celebrations dedicated to the Virgen de la Salud. Discover this beautiful corner of the region and start planning an unforgettable escape.