Gata de Gorgos

Where is Gata de Gorgos?

Gata de Gorgos is situated on the Costa Blanca in the South East province of Alicante. You can get into the region by trying to one of three different airports within driving distance of the town. First, and by far the closest, is Alicante airport which is located just outside the city of Elche at a distance of 103 km to the town centre. The North is Valencia airport which is not too much further away at 115 km. Many Europeans tend to come in through the Southern airport which is San Javier Murcia Airport. This is because there are many cheap flights which come into this airport every day, but San Javier airport is by far the furthest of the three airports in the region at 186 km distance. By car, you can get to the town via the AP-7. This modern Autovia stretches all the way up and down the coast and is very convenient for Gata de Gorgos.

Gata de Gorgos accommodation

Self catering lodging, guest houses, camping amenities, Gata de Gorgos hotels, are some of the places where you can stay in Gata de Gorgos. You are guaranteed to find Gata de Gorgos accommodation to suit all levels of budget. One of the Gata de Gorgos hotels and that you can stay at is the Hotel Nou Avenida. The Hotel Nou Avenida is situated on Calle de Doctor Moratal, 30, 03740 and can be contacted by telephone at 96 645 44 34?. The Hotel is very light and airy and enjoy some fantastic views of the Montgo Mountain. Hotel includes air conditioning, car rental, a fully equipped bar, dry cleaning, and an elevator. There is also a campsite which is approximately 10 km distance from Gata de Gorgos in the town of Moraira. Camping Moraira is only a small family run campsite which is open from Easter around until the end of December. You can bring a caravan, and there facilities include disabled toilets. You can find this campsite at Camino del Paellero, 50, 03724 Teulada and can be contacted at 96 574 52 49?.

Accommodation should really be booked well in advance but if you’re looking for accommodation when you arrive in Gata de Gorgos then you can always go to the tourist information and details of which are as follows:

Ayuntamiento de Gata de Gorgos
Duquesa de Almodóvar, 3
03740 Gata de Gorgos
Tel: 965756089
Fax : 965756635

Of course, you can also search outside the town. The bordering towns of Pedreguer, Teulada, Benitachell, Benissa, Senija, and Benidoleig also offer a wide array of accommodation styles.

Gata de Gorgos Car Hire

Upon your arrival in Spain you can rent a car from the airport. All the international car rental companies have representation there as well and some of the smaller, local car companies. Renting a car is very nearly essential in this region since there is no municipal transport to speak of. The town itself is well catered for when it comes to restaurants and bars but there is so much to see in this area that you are doing yourself an injustice by not making an attempt to take in as much as possible. This is especially true as you go further inland.

About Gata de Gorgos

Facts and figures

The population of Gata de Gorgos is almost 6000 according to the National statistics of 2007. It is situated in La Marina Alta region at approximately 80 meters above sea level.

History

Similar to how the rest of the towns in the region started, the town of Gata de Gorgos initially existed as a tiny village with the Moors as the first inhabitants. Muslims were the main residents in the area from the 8th century until the arrival of King James I in the mid 13th century. The Christians under the command of James I lived peacefully together with the Muslims for several centuries up until 1526. During this time, Charles I forced the inhabitants to be baptized under the Christian faith, infuriating a large number of the Muslims. They were evicted from the towns, drastically reducing the number of inhabitants within these areas. In 1535, the town gained its independence from the town of Denia and had become an essential hub for products harvested from the coastlines.

Architecture

There are several structures within the town dating back to the time of the earlier Christians. One is known as the Church of Saint Michael the Archangel. This is the official parish church of the village, situated at the town’s square. It was opened in 1535, the same year the village got its freedom. Another is the Hermitage of Cristo de Calvario or the Christ of Calvary. In addition, several monuments and statues have been built through the ages, distributed throughout the town.

The town of Gata de Gorgos is also known for its artistic handicrafts. It is most common in using esparto grasses, palm and wicker as their building materials. These are sold in the market, referred to as the Bazaar of the Costa Blanca. Tourists may walk through the various shops filled with a variety of merchandise from souvenirs, baskets and even furniture as well as watching the artisans at work. The 50 shops in this town make up a large part of the profit which supports the economy of the town. On the outskirts of town, at the left side of the Gorgos River, is a park with many trails for tourists to enjoy the local scenery.

What to Do

In addition to seeing the sights, it is also worth noting the various festivals celebrated throughout the year in the village. The town of Gata de Gorgos has a number of festivities, most if not all, are influenced by their religion. During the 5th of January, the Three Kings Parade is held as a reenactment of the Magi’s journey with gifts being given to the children of the town. A few days afterwards, on January 17, is the San Antonio Abad where animals are blessed and paraded all over town. Another common festivity in Spain is Easter, where there is a procession of a figure of Christ carrying the Cross with a group of mourners following. The mourners wear black costumes and carry lit candles. A few months later, on June 24th, the Fiesta of Saint John is celebrated. This is when the bull-running is held in towns all over Spain, a well known festival which the country is known for. Another is the fiesta dedicated to the Archangel Michael. Much like the other fiestas, processions are held as well as a fair for the town’s arts and crafts.

The town is not very far from the coast so you have plenty of opportunities to not only exploit the coastline and take advantage of everything that the tourist resorts had to offer, you can also visit the cities of Denia and Javea where you will find much in the way of interesting architecture and monuments. Or, why not head inland towards the mountains. The mountains of Costa Blanca are becoming more and more known amongst hill walkers. There are many different trails that you can journey through and there are also other activities for those who wish for the peaceful life but don’t really want to be energetic. To the west of Gata de Gorgos are many small villages which are nestled in amongst the hills, a tour of these villages will delight anyone who is hankering after the Spanish way of life.

Sport

There are numerous facilities in the town dedicated to sports. One is referred to as the Sports City which has facilities for recreational swimming, tennis, ratchet ball and indoor football. Another is the CP Holy Christ which has facilities for indoor football, tennis and basketball. The Ratchet de Gata is specifically built for ratchet ball while the Municipal CF is for football.

Gata de Gorgos Golfing

The region is known for having several world class golf courses. In the town of Gata de Gorgos, golfing also draws crowds of tourists. Within the areas around Gata de Gorgos, there are at least three golf courses that are easily accessible. These include the Oliva Nova Golf near the town of Oliva, Real Faula Golf which is near Benidorm and Ifach Golf Club in the town of Benissa.

 

Where can you eat in Gata de Gorgos

The cuisine in this region is a combination of Spanish, English, German, Dutch, Chinese, Indian, Cantonese, Hungarian, and I am certain if you search you will find other appetizing national cooking. If you cannot discover decent food to fit your preference in this area then there is something that is not right with your taste. By far the best food in the region has got to be the Spanish cuisine. The Mediterranean diet is of course based not only on the cuisine of Spain, but on the cuisine of all the other Mediterranean countries. The multitude of fresh fruits and vegetables that are available in the Costa Blanca throughout the year is quite spectacular. Along with this, having the vegetables cooked in olive oil makes it one of the healthiest diets on the planet. Some of the restaurants where you will find decent food in and around Gata de Gorgos include the Avenida Restaurante which is situated at Paseo de Alicante, 19, 03740. This restaurant serves Mediterranean food and also provides rooms at very reasonable rates. You can contact the restaurant at 965 756 489?. Another family run restaurant offers daily menus at under €10 and a barbecue menu in the evening at €15 per head. The Casa Parra is located on Avenida de Marina Alta, 86, 03740 Gata De Gorgos and you can make reservations at 96 575 61 21?.

The weather in Gata de Gorgos

Sunshine is the common state when it comes to weather conditions in the district and in Gata de Gorgos. The winters are clement and sunny the summers are lovely and hot. It does not rain very often here, but when it does it can take place in sheets, and the lightning storms here can be quite splendid.

How do I find Gata de Gorgos?

Directions from Alicante Airport to Gata de Gorgos

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