More than the end of summer, September is its friendliest form. On the Costa Blanca, the beaches calm down, the towns breathe, and life slows down for those who know how to savor the days at a different pace. Here, the Mediterranean is experienced with a depth that only the silence and golden light of September can offer.
Abahana Villas - Views of the Peñón de Ifac in September
September isn't the end: it's the best-kept secret. While the crowds return to their routines, those who know this land well know that a second season is beginning, calmer, warmer, and more real.
The water continues to invite you to dive in without thinking about schedules, the coves are discovered without noise, and the paths between pines and ravines smell different. It's a time to reconnect, not only with the landscape, but with oneself.
Without rushing or last-minute reservations, restaurants open their terraces for those who want to eat with a view and without a clock ticking. A fideuá in the sun in Altea, creamy rice in Jávea, fresh fish in Calpe... the Mediterranean in September doesn't feel like a farewell, but rather a celebration.
And the best part: the service is slower, more personalized. The waiters offer warm recommendations, and the kitchens work without the stress of August. Eating here this month is like enjoying the hospitality industry again, just like when everything was slower.
The beaches are still a gift, but without towels pressed against each other. You can choose your spot, open a book, or simply listen to the waves. And if you prefer dry land, September is ideal for walking: the breeze is gentle, the light is perfect, and the trails of the Marina Alta await you without the hassle.
Altea, Moraira, Benissa, Dénia… in September, their streets once again belong to locals and curious travelers who dare to come out of season. Conversations can be heard in the square, there's room at the markets, and every corner regains its soul.
Perhaps the most valuable thing about September on the Costa Blanca isn't the weather, the prices, or the scenery. Perhaps it's the privilege of not rushing. Of having breakfast overlooking the sea without looking at your watch. Of entering a gallery, discovering a local wine, chatting with an artisan.
September restores this land's natural pulse, its balance. Here, every corner is savored more, because nothing and no one rushes you. And that luxury, in these times, is as rare as it is beautiful.
Altea has established itself as the cultural and artistic epicenter of the Costa Blanca, a true haven for creators and art lovers. Its cobblestone streets, crowned by whitewashed houses and cobalt blue domes, have inspired bohemians and artists from around the world. This charming Mediterranean town not only preserves its seafaring essence but also hosts a vibrant and varied cultural offering.
They say there are places you never forget, places that remain untouched in your memory no matter how many summers go by. El Portet is one of those corners. A small bay in Moraira where time seems to stand still, where the sea continues to embrace the shore with the same tenderness as always, and the Peñón, unyielding, keeps greeting those who arrive barefoot.
Vineyards grown without artificial irrigation, on sandy or calcareous soils that produce vibrant wines. The humidity of the night and the breezes of the day protect their balanced vines. Organic viticulture surrounded by almond and olive trees, a living ecosystem.
