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LOCATION AND ACCESS
BASE
We can access the N-332 or the AP-7. If you take the motorway, take exit 64 Altea/Calp to continue on the N-332 towards Calp/ Valencia. We will cross the characteristic tunnels that pierce the walls of the Barranco del Mascarat and continue about 600 meters in the direction of Calp, until we find on our right the entrance to the urbanization Maryvilla, where we can leave our vehicle.
POSITION 38°38’22”N - 0° 0’49”E
APPROACH
Walk about 600 meters along the side of the road until you reach the tunnels. To access the bottom of the ravine we must perform a rappel of 50 meters from the railing of the bridge.
DESCEND
To descend from the Superior Needle we will follow the grassy turn in a south direction, signposted with some stone landmark. After a short crossing with third degree steps, we will continue descending slightly until we reach the train track, next to the road. We will continue towards Calp through the tunnels, until we find the urbanization Maryvilla. 25 minutes.
From the end of the Lower Needle we will continue cresting towards the remains of a tower. From here, a path with several handrails will deposit us in the urbanization Maryvilla. 10 minutes.
THE ENVIRONMENT
The environment a good alternative to climbing is hiking. The climb to the Sierra de Bernia from Altea La Vella is a magnificent excursion in which we can visit a fort of the 16th century and enjoy magnificent views of the Peñón de Ifach and the Bay of Altea. On the other hand, Altea is an example of the settlement of artisans and artists. In its old town, white and cobbled streets, we can enjoy a quiet and romantic atmosphere. Next to the great square of the parish church we will find exquisite restaurants and good craft shops and art workshops.
In Altea there are several natural places such as La Olla Beach, Cap Negret, La Roda and Cap Blanch. Among the most important coves are the barreta, the solsida and the galley. We can also enjoy the varied offer of nautical sports offered by its two sports ports. Altea has the “Navarro Ramón” Museum located at the House of Culture and the Ethnic Museum of Music.
A typical dish of this beautiful enclave, shared with other Alicante locations are the Morralla farinetes, a creamy broth based on Morralla. On the other hand we will highlight the garrofeta salad (dried bonito hue) and the bean and salting salad. As for the rice, we will mention as a specialty Alteana the Arròs Amb Seba and Bull (with onion and dry tuna bucion) and the very tasty rice with vogue.