Algar-Fountains (Fuentes del Algar)
North of Alicante, Spain, on the Costa Blanca, the town of Callosa d’en Sarrià has a mandatory tourist destination: Las Fuentes del Algar. This beautiful natural area has been declared a protected Zone by the Valencian Government Agreement (September 10, 2002). Read on and discover this wonder of nature.
What are the Fuentes del Algar?
They are a set of waterfalls that are connected by water channels, forming natural pools with crystalline waters where you can enjoy a bath. It is located 3 km away from the urban center of Callosa d’en Sarrià and about 15 km from the city of Benidorm. The place preserves its ecological wealth and is equipped with tourist services.
What is the price? Rates:
The price of admission to the Fuentes del Algar varies according to the season:
The price of admission to the Fuentes del Algar varies according to the season:
- Adult: 5 euros.
- Over 65s (with ID): 4 euros.
- Youth and students (with ID): 4 euros.
- Children from 4 to 10 years old: 2 euros.
- Children 3 years and under: Free.
- Group of adults, minimum 20 people: 4 euros.
- Group of children, minimum 20 people: 1.50 euros.
Fuentes del Algar prices from October 16 to June 14 (High Season)
- Adult: 4 euros.
- Over 65s (with ID): 3 euros.
- Youth and students (with ID): 3 euros.
- Children from 4 to 10 years old: 2 euros.
- Children 3 years and under: Free.
- Group of adults, minimum 20 people: 3 euros.
- Group of children, minimum 20 people: 1.50 euros.
What time do they open and close? Schedule
The opening hours of the Fuentes del Algar are different depending on the time, being as follows:
- December, January and February: 9 a.m. m. at 3:30 p.m. m.
- With the exception of December 24, 25 and 31, and January 1 and 6, which is closed.
- March, October 21-31 and November: 9 a.m. at 5:30 p.m. m.
- April (except 19 to 22), May, June 1 to 16 and October 1 to 11: 9 a.m. m. to 6 p. m.
- April 9-22, June 17-30, and September 9-30: 9 a.m. m. to 7 p. m.
- July, August and September 1-8: 9 a.m. m. to 8 p. m.
- October 12-20: 9 a.m. m. to 4 p. m.
Restaurants near Las Fuentes del Algar
Where to eat in Les Fonts d’Algar? In the area there are five restaurants and a picnic area where you can enjoy a good meal.
Casa Marcos Restaurant
Family restaurant founded in 1957 and located near the main entrance of Las Fuentes del Algar. It has capacity for 350 diners distributed in two air-conditioned rooms. In the months of July and August it has a self-service line. It has swimming pools with a children’s area and private parking for clients. In addition, there is fast food service. The specialties on the menu are sweet and dry rice dishes, dishes with medlar as the main ingredient and home- made desserts.
El Algar de Don Joan Restaurant
Restaurant specialized in Mediterranean cuisine. Capacity for 350 persons distributed in a big dining room. Ideal for families who want to enjoy good, natural and healthy food. Its specialty is paella, rice dishes and grilled meat. It has a terrace overlooking the pools and the restaurant’s playground. It is open from 9:30 a.m. m. until 8 p.m. m.
El Valle Restaurant
It has a terrace-solarium with a beautiful view of nature, parking for clients and a lounge- dining room bar for 80 people. This restaurant has been a family business since 1971. Its specialties are home-cooked meals, fish, meat, pasta, rice, homemade desserts and loquats with medlar honey, Cointreau or cream.
La Cascada Restaurant (Casa Federico)
Open space to nature, overlooking the Algar river and with capacity for 200 people distributed in a living room plus two terraces. It has a children’s area and pool, private parking. It has been operating since 1968 with a family regency. Its cuisine is traditional, specialized in rice dishes. They prepare menus for large groups and for celebrations.
Les Fonts Restaurant (Ca Nasio)
Located by the main waterfall Toll de la Caldera, starting the route from Les Fonts d’Algar. It enjoys privileged views of the Algar river and the Ponoch and Aitana mountains. Family business since 1973. It has two terraces, a dining room, a modern kitchen and parking for customers. Its specialty is Mediterranean Food, highlighting rice dishes, Mediterranean salads, traditional entrees, fish stews and grilled meats. Without overlooking their wines and desserts.
Picnic zone
For those who prefer to bring their own food, they can enjoy it in the Picnic Area. With capacity for more than 500 people distributed in 60 tables. It has toilets and vending machines for water, soft drinks and different snacks.
Walk through the facilities of the Fuentes del Algar
What to see in the Fuentes del Algar? Enjoy a 1.5 km long walk along the river, to discover all its pools and waterfalls, admire the views and appreciate the ecological wealth of the place. Upon entering, you will find the Font del Moro, and then access the Toll de la Caldera where the main waterfall is.
As you climb the stairs you will pass through Toll Blau and Toll del Baladre, where there is a surface to jump into a pool. It is not very high, so many are encouraged to take a dip. On your walk you will continue through the Toll de la Presa and the Toll de la Figuera to reach Playa de la Tribu. The area of these tolls is ideal for resting and for children to play.
Wear comfortable and safe footwear for the Fuentes del Algar route. That is appropriate for the water so as not to tire or slip. Wear sunscreen and a hat. And for nothing, leave your camera to record the beautiful moments of the tour.
Views of the Algar River Fountains
Les Fonts d’Algar in Callosa d’en Sarrià is a tourist place par excellence. Those who go agree that the place is beautiful, a true work of art of nature. They recommend buying local fruits, seeing handicrafts and enjoying the natural environment while ascending. However, the large number of tourists can make the walk somewhat heavy, as well as the cold waters are not to everyone’s taste to take a bath in its pools.
