Cala Granadella (Jávea)
BeachCala Granadella is the jewel of Jávea’s coast: a small pebble cove of impossibly clear turquoise water, hemmed in by steep pine-clad cliffs and regularly voted one of the best beaches in Spain.
Why visit Cala Granadella
The cove is a protected stretch of the Jávea coastline, loved for snorkelling and diving in its crystal water and for the dramatic cliffs and walking trails around it. It is small and can fill quickly — part of its charm, and a reason to arrive early.
The cove
A sheltered pebble beach in vivid turquoise water, framed by pines — calm, clear and ideal for swimming.
Snorkelling & diving
Some of the clearest water on the Costa Blanca, with rocky reefs and a small dive centre on the beach.
Mirador de la Granadella
A cliff-top lookout above the cove with sweeping views down the coast — a short drive up the hill.
Coastal paths
Trails lead from the cove along the cliffs towards Cala Ambolo and the Cap de la Nau headland.
The beach restaurant
A long-standing chiringuito serving fresh fish and rice dishes right above the pebbles.
The pine forest
The Granadella forest behind the cove, replanted after wildfire, with shaded picnic spots and viewpoints.
Practical information
- Getting there: about 1h 25m by car from Alicante airport (ALC); a narrow road descends to a small car park.
- Best time to visit: June and September, and early mornings in summer before the car park fills.
- Getting around: parking is very limited — arrive early or use the seasonal shuttle from Jávea.
- Don’t miss: snorkelling along the right-hand rocks and the view from the mirador above.
Explore more of the Costa Blanca
Cala Granadella is one of 39 destinations on the CostaMap interactive map — browse beaches, villages, castles and viewpoints across the whole coast.
