Beach · El Poble Nou de Benitatxell · Valencian Community

Cala del Moraig

Cliff-locked cove under a natural sea-cave, the 'Blue Cave' of the Costa Blanca

A crescent of white gravel pinned between vertical limestone cliffs. Snorkel into the Cova dels Arcs at the northern end — a natural cathedral of sea-carved arches under the cliff.

Type
Wild cove
Length
300 m
Sand
White gravel and pebbles
Water
Mediterranean · 20–26 °C · deep, gin-clear
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GPS · 38.7180° N, 0.2018° E
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Where to park

Where to leave the car

Paid car park above the cove (5€/day). Full by 10:30 in August.

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When to arrive

Best time to visit

Morning for shade under the cliff and calm water for the sea-cave swim.

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How you get there

Getting there

CV-740 to Benitatxell, follow 'Cala del Moraig' signs. Steep last km.

What you'll find

Services

  • Lifeguard high season
  • One chiringuito (El Fortí)
  • Snorkel & kayak rental
  • Adapted access with a beach chair on request

Local tips

What we wish we'd been told

  • 01Swim into the Cova dels Arcs (10 min from the sand)
  • 02Water shoes essential
  • 03Cliff walk to the Cova dels Testos viewpoint

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Asked by first-time visitors

Cala del Moraig: the questions travellers actually ask

Every question people put to an AI assistant before a first visit, answered here in full — best time to go, itinerary, entry requirements, safety, transport and where to stay, plus the details guidebooks skip.

Practical questions about this beach

What is Cala del Moraig beach like?

Cliff-locked cove under a natural sea-cave, the 'Blue Cave' of the Costa Blanca. A crescent of white gravel pinned between vertical limestone cliffs. Snorkel into the Cova dels Arcs at the northern end — a natural cathedral of sea-carved arches under the cliff.

Full answer +

Cliff-locked cove under a natural sea-cave, the 'Blue Cave' of the Costa Blanca. A crescent of white gravel pinned between vertical limestone cliffs. Snorkel into the Cova dels Arcs at the northern end — a natural cathedral of sea-carved arches under the cliff. It's a wild cove in El Poble Nou de Benitatxell, Valencian Community: 300 m long, white gravel and pebbles, with water described as mediterranean · 20–26 °c · deep, gin-clear.

Where do I park at Cala del Moraig?

Paid car park above the cove (5€/day). Full by 10:30 in August.

What's the best time to visit Cala del Moraig?

Morning for shade under the cliff and calm water for the sea-cave swim.

How do I get to Cala del Moraig?

CV-740 to Benitatxell, follow 'Cala del Moraig' signs. Steep last km.

What facilities does Cala del Moraig have?

On site: Lifeguard high season, One chiringuito (El Fortí), Snorkel & kayak rental and Adapted access with a beach chair on request.

What should I know before visiting Cala del Moraig?

Swim into the Cova dels Arcs (10 min from the sand) Water shoes essential Cliff walk to the Cova dels Testos viewpoint

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

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Checked · 30 July 2026