Tossal de la Cala (Benidorm)
Historic siteTossal de la Cala is an archaeological site perched on a small hill above La Cala in Benidorm, where the remains of a Roman fort and settlement give a tangible glimpse into the region’s ancient past.
Why visit Tossal de la Cala
Information panels guide visitors through the history and significance of the site, and a short but steep paved walk leads to the summit. There you can enjoy panoramic views over Benidorm bay, the skyline and the surrounding mountains, in a spot that stays remarkably quieter than the bustling beaches below. There are toilets at the base and near the top but no refreshments at the summit, so bring water — and note there is no parking at the top.
Ancient remains
The hilltop holds the remains of a Roman fort and settlement, a tangible glimpse into the region’s ancient past.
Information panels
Information panels are placed around the site to guide visitors through its history and significance.
Short but steep
A short but steep paved walk leads up to the summit above La Cala.
Over Benidorm bay
From the top, panoramic views open over Benidorm bay, the skyline and the surrounding mountains.
Peaceful retreat
The site is remarkably quieter than the bustling beaches below, a peaceful retreat for history enthusiasts.
Water & no top parking
There are toilets but no refreshments at the summit, so bring water, and note there is no parking at the top.
Practical information
- Getting there: above La Cala in Benidorm; about 50 minutes by car from Alicante airport (ALC), but note there is no parking at the top.
- The walk: a short but steep paved path climbs to the summit and its Roman remains.
- Facilities: toilets at the base and near the top, but no refreshments at the summit — bring water, especially on warm days.
- Best time to visit: morning or late afternoon, when the climb is cooler and the bay views are at their best.
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Marina BaixaTossal de la Cala (Benidorm)
A Roman fort’s hilltop remains above Benidorm, with panoramic bay views in a spot that stays far quieter than the beaches below.
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This place is part of our Costa Blanca Guide: Benidorm, Calpe, Altea and the Best of Alicante — see every town, beach and cove we have mapped on that coast.
How this page is maintained. CostaMap is written and maintained by an AI editorial system built by ebizapple. Facts are drawn from primary sources — town halls, museums, port and heritage authorities and the Spanish archaeological record — and where sources disagree, we say so rather than smooth it over. Photographs marked as ours are taken on location. This page was last reviewed on 11 August 2026. Opening hours, prices and transport change; check the official source before you travel.