Hola! Just a short drive from Benidorm, you’ll find Fonts de l’Algar Waterfalls – one of the most scenic places on Costa Blanca. Surrounded by lush greenery and crystal-clear turquoise pools, this natural paradise is perfect for a relaxing day in nature. Whether you want to take a dip in the cool waters, stroll along picturesque paths, or simply admire the cascading waterfalls, the Algar Waterfalls are a must-visit spot near Benidorm. It’s a refreshing alternative to yet another day at the beach!
Interesting fact. In 2002 Fonts de l’Algar was declared a Protected Water Area.
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Visiting Fonts de l’Algar Waterfalls
In Fonts de l’Algar, you’ll follow a 1.5 km-long walking path along the banks of the River Algar. Along the way, you’ll discover spectacular waterfalls, natural springs, and crystal-clear pools where you can take a refreshing dip.
The water stays cold even on warm, sunny days, so be prepared if you plan to swim! But if you prefer to stay dry, simply sit and relax while enjoying the soothing sound of cascading waterfalls.
Tips for visiting Fonts de l’Algar
Here are some tips you should know before heading to the Algar Waterfalls:
- there are various tourist services in the area, like parkings, toilets, or picnic area
- eating is only allowed in the picnic area
- wear comfortable sports shoes – it’ll be easier for you to navigate the path
- swimming in Fonts de l’Algar is allowed. So if you plan on taking a dip, don’t forget to take your swimsuit, towel, and water shoes
- keep in mind that the site is located in the valley and it’s mostly shaded so you may need some kind of a hoodie
- on sunny days take sunscreen and a hat to be protected from the sun in places where it is available
- dogs are allowed on leads, except during high season (mid-June to mid-September)
On the way to the entrance, you can find some small shops selling local products. We recommend buying something made of nispero, a delicious fruit that is grown locally.
Fonts de l’Algar Tickets & Opening hours
Ticket prices and opening hours at Fonts de l’Algar vary depending on the season.
During high season, from mid-June to mid-October, adults ticket cost €8 and €3 for children. In the low season, adults pay €6 and children €3. Kids under 4 enter for free (July 2026).
For current prices and opening hours, visit lasfuentesdelalgar.com website.
Places to visit near Fonts de l’Algar Waterfalls
A trip to Fonts de l’Algar is usually short, making it easy to combine it with other nearby places on Costa Blanca, such as Guadalest, Altea, Polop, or Benidorm.
Also, looks like only 1km from the waterfalls there is DinoPark – a theme park with full-scale robotic dinosaurs, a 3D theatre, and many educational activities. Such an amazing place if you’re traveling with kids!
How to get to Fonts de l’Algar waterfalls, Spain?
Fonts de l’Algar waterfalls are located about 20km from Benidorm, 15km from Altea, 20km from Calpe, and 65km from Alicante. The most convenient way to get to waterfalls is by car, bus, or taxi.
Where to park in Fonts de l’Algar?
There are several paid parking lots in the Fonts de l’Algar area, so you shouldn’t have problems with finding a spot for your car. There’s only one free parking lot about 600m from the entrance, right next to the Tourists Office. It’s quite small so if you don’t want to pay, go there first thing in the morning.
To Fonts de l’Algar by bus
You can get to Fonts de l’Algar in just about 50 minutes by direct bus connection from Benidorm. From other nearby towns, it looks like you first have to reach Benidorm and then take a bus to the Fonts de l’Algar waterfalls. To learn more about bus connections that might interest you, visit the rome2rio.com website.
To Fonts de l’Algar by taxi
If you don’t wish to travel by bus, your next best option is to reach Fonts de l’Algar Waterfalls by taxi. It’s a faster but also more expensive option. For example, for a trip from Benidorm you’ll pay about €40, €30 from Calpe, and €25 from Altea. To learn more about taxi connections that interest you, visit the rome2rio.com website.
Camping near Fonts de l’Algar Waterfalls
There’s only one camping right next to Fonts de l’Algar: Camping Fuentes del Algar. Other ones, like Refugio de Guadalest or Camping Calpe Mar, are located a little bit further, near Guadalest or Benidorm.
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Fonts de l’Algar Waterfalls near Benidorm – Summing up
As you can see, Fonts de l’Algar is one of the most beautiful natural places on Costa Blanca. With its waterfalls, springs, natural pools, and crystal-clear waters, it’s a refreshing escape you can’t miss during your time near Benidorm. Whether you come for a short visit or combine it with nearby gems like Guadalest or Altea, we’re sure you’ll enjoy discovering the spectacular Algar Waterfalls!
Our opinion about Fonts de l’Algar Waterfalls
For us, a visit to waterfalls was a half-day trip (connected with a trip to nearby Polop) from Benidorm, where we lived for a few weeks. We visited in October and during that time there weren’t too many visitors, at least early in the morning. Although the outside temperature was still quite high, the area itself was fairly cold so we were glad that we took our hoodies with us!
As for our opinion, we really enjoyed our short time in Fonts de l’Algar. Strolling among waterfalls, springs, and pools was a pure pleasure. A nice change from bustling city life on the coast. Sitting and eating lunch in the picnic area with amazing views over Puig Campana mountain was also a very memorable experience.
Oh, and we recommend buying some local Nispero products – so delicious!
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