10 Activities
Valencia’s Natural Heritage Route
Starts from
Valencia
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
10
Duration
11 hrs
Length
37 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Valencia
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
11 hrs
Length
37 mi
- Natural Attractions
- Gastronomy
Flor Vallejo
Travel Expert
- Watch the sunset on the lagoon.
- Taste the authentic paella.
- Visit the castle of Cullera to contemplate the sea from the panoramic viewpoint.
A route to discover protected natural beauties and get to know the local culture through the most representative dish of the gastronomy, all just a few kilometers away from Valencia.
Some activities to do in this one-day itinerary are: visit charming villages on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea that hide a curious history behind them, take a boat ride on the lagoon surrounded by the sound of birds and rice fields, and enjoy a walk along the extensive beaches.
Some activities to do in this one-day itinerary are: visit charming villages on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea that hide a curious history behind them, take a boat ride on the lagoon surrounded by the sound of birds and rice fields, and enjoy a walk along the extensive beaches.
Categories
- Natural Attractions
- Gastronomy
A route to discover protected natural beauties and get to know the local culture through the most representative dish of the gastronomy, all just a few kilometers away from Valencia.
Some activities to do in this one-day itinerary are: visit charming villages on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea that hide a curious history behind them, take a boat ride on the lagoon surrounded by the sound of birds and rice fields, and enjoy a walk along the extensive beaches.
Some activities to do in this one-day itinerary are: visit charming villages on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea that hide a curious history behind them, take a boat ride on the lagoon surrounded by the sound of birds and rice fields, and enjoy a walk along the extensive beaches.
Flor Vallejo
Travel Expert
- Watch the sunset on the lagoon.
- Taste the authentic paella.
- Visit the castle of Cullera to contemplate the sea from the panoramic viewpoint.
Day Itinerary
10 Activities
Day 1
36 mi1 mi
Viewpoints and Boat Trip on the Lagoon
This one-day route includes some of the most representative sites of the Valencian region: 10th century castles, blue flag beaches, paella, and other typical rice dishes. The day starts in Cullera with a mix of history and beach, passing several viewpoints to observe the Mediterranean and culminating with a magnificent sunset.
10:0030 min
San Antonio Beach
Cullera has an extensive stretch of sandy beaches covering more than four kilometers. San Antonio is the most popular and where you can see the Peñeta del Moro island, located just opposite.
The promenade is lined with souvenir shops, restaurants, bars and ice-cream parlors. On the Plaza de la Constitución you will find the Cullera Tourist Office where you can ask for recommendations and brochures of the place.
The promenade is lined with souvenir shops, restaurants, bars and ice-cream parlors. On the Plaza de la Constitución you will find the Cullera Tourist Office where you can ask for recommendations and brochures of the place.
1.9 mi
10 min
10:4545 min
Castle of Cullera
Built in the 10th century during the Arab conquest of part of the Spanish territory, the castle was originally built for defensive purposes against pirate attacks. Today, much of the building has been reconstructed, such as the walls and some defensive towers.
Its beauty lies not only in its architecture, but also in its privileged hilltop location overlooking the sea, rice fields and beaches.
Inside is the Municipal Museum of History and Archaeology, which tells more about the castle and its origins.
The base of the castle can be reached by car. People with reduced mobility can reach the castle by elevator.
Its beauty lies not only in its architecture, but also in its privileged hilltop location overlooking the sea, rice fields and beaches.
Inside is the Municipal Museum of History and Archaeology, which tells more about the castle and its origins.
The base of the castle can be reached by car. People with reduced mobility can reach the castle by elevator.
2 mi
10 min
11:4515 min
Lookout by Weather Radar
Along a path that narrows as it goes up the hill, the viewpoint is a reference point to observe the seafront of the city of Cullera, the mouth of the river Jucar in the sea and the valley with the orange plantations, typical of the area.
It is the highest point in Cullera which can be reached by car.
It is the highest point in Cullera which can be reached by car.
4.8 mi
20 min
12:3030 min
Faro de Cullera
At one end of the coast, the old lighthouse of Cullera is the protagonist. Access to the inside of the lighthouse is closed, and it is only possible to see it from the outside.
On the left side of the lighthouse there is a promenade that in 10 minutes walk takes you to the sculpture "Agost" and the beginning of the beach Dossel. From here the views are privileged.
On the left side of the lighthouse there is a promenade that in 10 minutes walk takes you to the sculpture "Agost" and the beginning of the beach Dossel. From here the views are privileged.
13.9 mi
30 min
13:301 hr 30 min
Nou Racó
Surrounded by a natural environment, it is the only restaurant inside the Albufera of Valencia, eating in the gardens overlooking the lake shore. It is an authentic Valencian food experience.
Its menu focuses on typical dishes of the region, such as black rice, Valencian paella (chicken, rabbit, snails and duck) and noodle fideua. It also offers seafood, fish and meat. There is a children's menu and a playground.
It is advisable to book in advance through the restaurant's official website.
Its menu focuses on typical dishes of the region, such as black rice, Valencian paella (chicken, rabbit, snails and duck) and noodle fideua. It also offers seafood, fish and meat. There is a children's menu and a playground.
It is advisable to book in advance through the restaurant's official website.
4.1 mi
20 min
15:301 hr
Albufera Natural Park
The Albufera of Valencia is a protected wetland where the rice is grown, which will later be sold in the area and used to make paella and rice dishes.
The lagoon is formed by the rivers Jucar and Turia and is connected to the sea, which is only one kilometre away, by canals with dykes.
The best way to explore the lake is by boat, in the typical barquets, small boats used by the local fishermen. It is the fisherman himself who drives and guides you around the lake.
The departure time of the boat trip is flexible, you only need to gather at least four people to start.
The boat trip takes about 45 minutes along the canals surrounded by reeds. From the boat, you can see the different types of birds that come to the wetland year after year.
The lagoon is formed by the rivers Jucar and Turia and is connected to the sea, which is only one kilometre away, by canals with dykes.
The best way to explore the lake is by boat, in the typical barquets, small boats used by the local fishermen. It is the fisherman himself who drives and guides you around the lake.
The departure time of the boat trip is flexible, you only need to gather at least four people to start.
The boat trip takes about 45 minutes along the canals surrounded by reeds. From the boat, you can see the different types of birds that come to the wetland year after year.
6.1 mi
30 min
17:0045 min
Ruta Botánica por L’Albufera
Explore the area of La Devesa, a narrow strip of dunes, pine trees and bushes that separates the Albufera of Valencia from the Mediterranean Sea.
The interior of the pine forest has several hiking trails to do, which are low in physical effort and ideal to do with children. The paths are well signposted and vary in length from 20 minutes to an hour.
The botanical route is one of the main routes along the small lake, the diversity of the plants and trees of the place. It takes about 40 minutes to complete and is of little physical difficulty.
Consider wearing comfortable clothes and shoes for some routes through the Devesa.
The interior of the pine forest has several hiking trails to do, which are low in physical effort and ideal to do with children. The paths are well signposted and vary in length from 20 minutes to an hour.
The botanical route is one of the main routes along the small lake, the diversity of the plants and trees of the place. It takes about 40 minutes to complete and is of little physical difficulty.
Consider wearing comfortable clothes and shoes for some routes through the Devesa.
1.2 mi
25 min
18:1530 min
Devesa Beach
The beach is a must. Next to the extensive sandy beach, the sea in this area is open but with gentle waves.
1.1 mi
10 min
19:001 hr
Gola del Pujol Lookout
The Gola del Pujol is the ideal place to watch the sun go down over the lagoon that makes up the Albufera of Valencia. When the sun begins to set, the sky turns orange, reflecting this colour in the water. There is a small dock to sit and watch it.
It is advisable to go to see the sunset on sunny days, as it is much better appreciated. In the months of March to October, the sunset starts later, around 8:00 p.m.
The Gola de Pujol viewpoint is located next to the CV-500 road and the jetty. There is a car park nearby.
It is advisable to go to see the sunset on sunny days, as it is much better appreciated. In the months of March to October, the sunset starts later, around 8:00 p.m.
The Gola de Pujol viewpoint is located next to the CV-500 road and the jetty. There is a car park nearby.
2.6 mi
10 min
20:151 hr 30 min
Restaurante Ca Teresa
On the way back home, stop by this restaurant which is very traditional in rice dishes. Its speciality is soupy and broth rice in its different varieties: with seafood, chicken, rabbit, duck and snails and duck with boletus.
As in most places to eat, in the case of rice dishes and paellas, you have to order at least for two people.
As in most places to eat, in the case of rice dishes and paellas, you have to order at least for two people.