Life here tends to revolve around the outdoors. The climate means people spend much of the year enjoying the beaches, promenades, restaurants, and surrounding countryside.
Playa de la Fossa and Playa del Arenal-Bol are among the most popular beaches in the area, both offering wide promenades, cafés, and sea views. There are also quieter coves around the coastline where you can swim, snorkel, or simply escape the busier areas during summer.
Walking along the seafront in the evening has become part of daily life for many residents.
The Peñón de Ifach Natural Park is one of Calpe’s best-known landmarks and attracts walkers from across the Costa Blanca. The views from the top stretch across the coastline towards Moraira, Benissa, and beyond.
Cycling is also very popular in the area, especially during the cooler months, while sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and diving can all be enjoyed locally.
Away from the beaches, Calpe’s old town offers a very different atmosphere. Narrow streets, colourful stairways, traditional buildings, and small squares give this part of the town plenty of charm.
The town still has a working fishing port, and fresh seafood remains an important part of local life. Around the marina and old town you’ll find a mix of traditional Spanish restaurants alongside international cuisine reflecting Calpe’s long-established international community.
Local fiestas, outdoor markets, and community events take place throughout the year and help give the town a friendly and welcoming feel.
Many people first discover Calpe while on holiday, but increasingly choose to spend longer periods here or relocate permanently.
Part of the appeal is the balance Calpe offers. You have beaches, restaurants, shops, healthcare services, and good road connections all within easy reach, while the surrounding countryside and coastline still feel peaceful and scenic.
Alicante and Valencia airports are both accessible in just over an hour, making travel straightforward for international residents and visiting family members.
People move to Calpe for different reasons, but many are looking for the same thing — a better quality of life in a relaxed Mediterranean setting.
At Hamiltons Real Estate (formerly Hamiltons of London) in Calpe, we believe finding the right home also means finding the right area and lifestyle to go with it.
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Updated in July 2026 by the Hamiltons Real Estate team
