PROPERTIES CATRAL

Sometimes known as the gateway to the Vega Baja region, Catral is primarily an agricultural town at the southern end of Alicante province on the Costa Blanca. It has a sizeable British and European expatriate population living in low-rise sandstone houses, which enjoy backdrops of palm fronds and artichoke farms. San Isidro, Dolores, Almoradí and Albatera are the nearby towns.

CATRAL BEACHES AND PROMENADE

Catral is only 25 minutes drive from the blue flag beaches of Guardamar, which lie side by side on a fantastic 11 kilometre long sandy coastline. Two of these, Playa Centro and La Roqueta, are popular due to the presence of many beachfront restaurants, cafes and bars. Guardamar also offers a large marina with 494 moorings and many local amenities.

CATRAL LIFESTYLE

The pretty town square, surrounded by topiaries in the shape of animals, trees and flowers, houses the town hall, the statue of the town's patron saint, the Virgen del Carmen, and the 17th century Convent of the Virgen del Carmen. The convent is now a museum and contains various village treasures and Holy Week icons.

The 18th century neoclassical baroque church of San Juan, with its unusual blue elliptical dome, stands opposite the Plaza de San Juan. Catral celebrates its share of festivals and fiestas, including those of its patron saint San Isidro in mid-May, its patron saint in July, as well as Semana Santa and Moros y Cristianos.

The El Hondo Nature Reserve, 5 kilometres from Catral, is a huge wetland habitat for migratory birds and rare and endemic waterfowl. A wealth of picnic areas, hideaways and walkways make it a delightful getaway and is popular with residents.

RESTAURANTS

Catral has restaurants serving local specialities from the Vega Baja such as various rice dishes, turkey stew and meatballs, arroz con costra (rice with crust) amongst others. The town is famous in the province for its confectionery, pastries and bread. Some restaurants where you can savour authentic and international delicacies include:

Kambalache Asador Argentino Catral

Casa Anita

Bar Los Candiles De Lorena

El Anguila Brewery

Café Uno

Cafeteria Vapor Catral

THE NIGHTLIFE

The town offers a nice mix of clubs, pubs and bars for those looking for a lively night out. Some good options are:

Ebano Catral

Sala Esencia

Escondite Pub

Bar El Jardin

Pub Coyote

Bar Venecia

FACILITIES

The town centre offers many services for its inhabitants, from veterinary surgeons to pharmacies, gyms, hairdressers and two dental clinics. Both state and public schools are located here, catering for students from primary to secondary level. The Catral Medical Clinic is open from 8:00 to 15:00 h.

SHOPPING CENTRES AND MARKET

The main street of the village is home to a number of shops and businesses. A couple of supermarkets, such as the Supermercado Consum Catral San Juan and Hiperber, also serve the area. Catral's weekly street market takes place every Saturday in Calle Oscar Esplá.

GOLF

The famous golf courses of Vistabella, La Marquesa, Alenda and La Finca are less than 20 minutes drive away.

HOW FAR IS CATRAL FROM THE AIRPORT?

Alicante-Elche airport is the closest airport to Catral.

Alicante International Airport (Alicante-Elche Airport)

DISTANCE: 21,8 kilometres

BY CAR / TAXI: 19 minutes via the AP-7 motorway

CATRAL TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE

Address: Plaza Ayuntamiento, 1 03158 Catral, Alicante

Telephone: +34 965 72 30 01

E-mail: info@ayuntamientocatral.com

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 3:30pm.

Sometimes referred to as the gateway to the Vega Baja region, Catral is primarily an agricultural town on the southern end of the Alicante province in Costa Blanca. It has a sizeable British and European expatriate population living in the low-rise sandstone homes that enjoy backdrops of  palm fronds and artichoke farms. San Isidro, Dolores, Almoradi, and Albatera are the nearby towns.

CATRAL BEACHES AND PROMENADE

Catral is just a 25-minute drive away from Guardamar’s blue flag beaches, which are located adjacent to each other on a fantastic 11 kilometre long, sandy coastline. Two of them, the Playa Centro and La Roqueta, are popular due to the presence of many restaurants, cafes, and bars on the beachfront. Guardamar also offers a large marina with 494 moorings and many local services.

CATRAL LIFESTYLE

The pretty town square, ringed with animal-shaped topiaries, trees, and flowers, is home to the town hall, the statue of the town’s patron saint, the Virgen del Carmen, and the 17th-century Convent of the Virgen del Carmen. The convent is now a museum and contains several village treasures and the icons of the Semana Santa.

The 18th century neoclassical baroque Church of San Juan, with its unusual elliptical blue-dome, stands opposite the Plaza de San Juan. Catral celebrates its share of festivals and fiestas including those for its patron saint San Isidro in mid-May, for its patrona in July, as well as the Semana Santa and Moors and Christians.

The El Hondo Nature Reserve, 5 kilometres from Catral, is a huge wetland habitat for rare, endemic migratory birds and waterfowl. A host of picnic areas, hides, and walkways makes it a lovely escape and is popular with the residents.

RESTAURANTS

Catral has eateries that serve local Vega Baja specialities such as various rice dishes, turkey and meatball stew, arroz con costra among others. The village is famous in the province for its confectionery, pastries, and bread. Some restaurants where you can savour authentic and international delicacies include:

Kambalache Asador Argentino catral

Casa Anita

Bar Los Candiles De Lorena

Cervecería El Anguila

Café Uno

Cafetería Vapor Catral

NIGHTLIFE

The town offers a nice mix of discos, pubs, and bars to those looking forward to a lively night. Some good options are:

Ebano Catral

Sala Esencia

Pub Escondite

Bar El Jardin

Pub Coyote

Bar Venecia

FACILITIES

The village centre offers plenty of services for its inhabitants, from vets to pharmacies, and gyms to hairdressers, to two dental clinics. Both public and state schools are located here, covering students from primary to secondary. The Medical Clinic Catral is open from 8 AM to 3 PM.

SHOPPING CENTRES AND MARKET

The village high street is home to various shops and stores. A couple of supermarkets, such as the Supermercado Consum Catral San Juan and Hiperber, also serve the area. The weekly market in Catral takes place every Saturday in Calle Oscar Esplá.

GOLF

The renowned golf resorts of Vistabella, La Marquesa, Alenda, and La Finca can be reached in less than 20 minutes by car.

HOW FAR IS CATRAL FROM THE AIRPORT

The Alicante-Elche airport is the nearest to Catral.

Alicante International Airport (Alicante-Elche Airport)

DISTANCE: 21.8 kilometres

BY CAR/TAXI: 19 minutes via AP-7

CATRAL TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE

Address: Plaza Ayuntamiento, 1 03158 Catral, Alicante

Telephone: +34 965 72 30 01

Email: info@ayuntamientocatral.com

Opening Times: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Sometimes known as the gateway to the Vega Baja region, Catral is primarily an agricultural town at the southern end of Alicante province on the Costa Blanca. It has a sizeable British and European expatriate population living in low-rise sandstone houses, which enjoy backdrops of palm fronds and artichoke farms. San Isidro, Dolores, Almoradí and Albatera are the nearby towns.

CATRAL BEACHES AND PROMENADE

Catral is only 25 minutes drive from the blue flag beaches of Guardamar, which lie side by side on a fantastic 11 kilometre long sandy coastline. Two of these, Playa Centro and La Roqueta, are popular due to the presence of many beachfront restaurants, cafes and bars. Guardamar also offers a large marina with 494 moorings and many local amenities.

CATRAL LIFESTYLE

The pretty town square, surrounded by topiaries in the shape of animals, trees and flowers, houses the town hall, the statue of the town's patron saint, the Virgen del Carmen, and the 17th century Convent of the Virgen del Carmen. The convent is now a museum and contains various village treasures and Holy Week icons.

The 18th century neoclassical baroque church of San Juan, with its unusual blue elliptical dome, stands opposite the Plaza de San Juan. Catral celebrates its share of festivals and fiestas, including those of its patron saint San Isidro in mid-May, its patron saint in July, as well as Semana Santa and Moros y Cristianos.

The El Hondo Nature Reserve, 5 kilometres from Catral, is a huge wetland habitat for migratory birds and rare and endemic waterfowl. A wealth of picnic areas, hideaways and walkways make it a delightful getaway and is popular with residents.

RESTAURANTS

Catral has restaurants serving local specialities from the Vega Baja such as various rice dishes, turkey stew and meatballs, arroz con costra (rice with crust) amongst others. The town is famous in the province for its confectionery, pastries and bread. Some restaurants where you can savour authentic and international delicacies include:

Kambalache Asador Argentino Catral

Casa Anita

Bar Los Candiles De Lorena

El Anguila Brewery

Café Uno

Cafeteria Vapor Catral

THE NIGHTLIFE

The town offers a nice mix of clubs, pubs and bars for those looking for a lively night out. Some good options are:

Ebano Catral

Sala Esencia

Escondite Pub

Bar El Jardin

Pub Coyote

Bar Venecia

FACILITIES

The town centre offers many services for its inhabitants, from veterinary surgeons to pharmacies, gyms, hairdressers and two dental clinics. Both state and public schools are located here, catering for students from primary to secondary level. The Catral Medical Clinic is open from 8:00 to 15:00 h.

SHOPPING CENTRES AND MARKET

The main street of the village is home to a number of shops and businesses. A couple of supermarkets, such as the Supermercado Consum Catral San Juan and Hiperber, also serve the area. Catral's weekly street market takes place every Saturday in Calle Oscar Esplá.

GOLF

The famous golf courses of Vistabella, La Marquesa, Alenda and La Finca are less than 20 minutes drive away.

HOW FAR IS CATRAL FROM THE AIRPORT?

Alicante-Elche airport is the closest airport to Catral.

Alicante International Airport (Alicante-Elche Airport)

DISTANCE: 21,8 kilometres

BY CAR / TAXI: 19 minutes via the AP-7 motorway

CATRAL TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE

Address: Plaza Ayuntamiento, 1 03158 Catral, Alicante

Telephone: +34 965 72 30 01

E-mail: info@ayuntamientocatral.com

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 3:30pm.

Sometimes known as the gateway to the Vega Baja region, Catral is primarily an agricultural town at the southern end of Alicante province on the Costa Blanca. It has a sizeable British and European expatriate population living in low-rise sandstone houses, which enjoy backdrops of palm fronds and artichoke farms. San Isidro, Dolores, Almoradí and Albatera are the nearby towns.

CATRAL BEACHES AND PROMENADE

Catral is only 25 minutes drive from the blue flag beaches of Guardamar, which lie side by side on a fantastic 11 kilometre long sandy coastline. Two of these, Playa Centro and La Roqueta, are popular due to the presence of many beachfront restaurants, cafes and bars. Guardamar also offers a large marina with 494 moorings and many local amenities.

CATRAL LIFESTYLE

The pretty town square, surrounded by topiaries in the shape of animals, trees and flowers, houses the town hall, the statue of the town's patron saint, the Virgen del Carmen, and the 17th century Convent of the Virgen del Carmen. The convent is now a museum and contains various village treasures and Holy Week icons.

The 18th century neoclassical baroque church of San Juan, with its unusual blue elliptical dome, stands opposite the Plaza de San Juan. Catral celebrates its share of festivals and fiestas, including those of its patron saint San Isidro in mid-May, its patron saint in July, as well as Semana Santa and Moros y Cristianos.

The El Hondo Nature Reserve, 5 kilometres from Catral, is a huge wetland habitat for migratory birds and rare and endemic waterfowl. A wealth of picnic areas, hideaways and walkways make it a delightful getaway and is popular with residents.

RESTAURANTS

Catral has restaurants serving local specialities from the Vega Baja such as various rice dishes, turkey stew and meatballs, arroz con costra (rice with crust) amongst others. The town is famous in the province for its confectionery, pastries and bread. Some restaurants where you can savour authentic and international delicacies include:

Kambalache Asador Argentino Catral

Casa Anita

Bar Los Candiles De Lorena

El Anguila Brewery

Café Uno

Cafeteria Vapor Catral

THE NIGHTLIFE

The town offers a nice mix of clubs, pubs and bars for those looking for a lively night out. Some good options are:

Ebano Catral

Sala Esencia

Escondite Pub

Bar El Jardin

Pub Coyote

Bar Venecia

FACILITIES

The town centre offers many services for its inhabitants, from veterinary surgeons to pharmacies, gyms, hairdressers and two dental clinics. Both state and public schools are located here, catering for students from primary to secondary level. The Catral Medical Clinic is open from 8:00 to 15:00 h.

SHOPPING CENTRES AND MARKET

The main street of the village is home to a number of shops and businesses. A couple of supermarkets, such as the Supermercado Consum Catral San Juan and Hiperber, also serve the area. Catral's weekly street market takes place every Saturday in Calle Oscar Esplá.

GOLF

The famous golf courses of Vistabella, La Marquesa, Alenda and La Finca are less than 20 minutes drive away.

HOW FAR IS CATRAL FROM THE AIRPORT?

Alicante-Elche airport is the closest airport to Catral.

Alicante International Airport (Alicante-Elche Airport)

DISTANCE: 21,8 kilometres

BY CAR / TAXI: 19 minutes via the AP-7 motorway

CATRAL TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE

Address: Plaza Ayuntamiento, 1 03158 Catral, Alicante

Telephone: +34 965 72 30 01

E-mail: info@ayuntamientocatral.com

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 3:30pm.

Sometimes known as the gateway to the Vega Baja region, Catral is primarily an agricultural town at the southern end of Alicante province on the Costa Blanca. It has a sizeable British and European expatriate population living in low-rise sandstone houses, which enjoy backdrops of palm fronds and artichoke farms. San Isidro, Dolores, Almoradí and Albatera are the nearby towns.

CATRAL BEACHES AND PROMENADE

Catral is only 25 minutes drive from the blue flag beaches of Guardamar, which lie side by side on a fantastic 11 kilometre long sandy coastline. Two of these, Playa Centro and La Roqueta, are popular due to the presence of many beachfront restaurants, cafes and bars. Guardamar also offers a large marina with 494 moorings and many local amenities.

CATRAL LIFESTYLE

The pretty town square, surrounded by topiaries in the shape of animals, trees and flowers, houses the town hall, the statue of the town's patron saint, the Virgen del Carmen, and the 17th century Convent of the Virgen del Carmen. The convent is now a museum and contains various village treasures and Holy Week icons.

The 18th century neoclassical baroque church of San Juan, with its unusual blue elliptical dome, stands opposite the Plaza de San Juan. Catral celebrates its share of festivals and fiestas, including those of its patron saint San Isidro in mid-May, its patron saint in July, as well as Semana Santa and Moros y Cristianos.

The El Hondo Nature Reserve, 5 kilometres from Catral, is a huge wetland habitat for migratory birds and rare and endemic waterfowl. A wealth of picnic areas, hideaways and walkways make it a delightful getaway and is popular with residents.

RESTAURANTS

Catral has restaurants serving local specialities from the Vega Baja such as various rice dishes, turkey stew and meatballs, arroz con costra (rice with crust) amongst others. The town is famous in the province for its confectionery, pastries and bread. Some restaurants where you can savour authentic and international delicacies include:

Kambalache Asador Argentino Catral

Casa Anita

Bar Los Candiles De Lorena

El Anguila Brewery

Café Uno

Cafeteria Vapor Catral

THE NIGHTLIFE

The town offers a nice mix of clubs, pubs and bars for those looking for a lively night out. Some good options are:

Ebano Catral

Sala Esencia

Escondite Pub

Bar El Jardin

Pub Coyote

Bar Venecia

FACILITIES

The town centre offers many services for its inhabitants, from veterinary surgeons to pharmacies, gyms, hairdressers and two dental clinics. Both state and public schools are located here, catering for students from primary to secondary level. The Catral Medical Clinic is open from 8:00 to 15:00 h.

SHOPPING CENTRES AND MARKET

The main street of the village is home to a number of shops and businesses. A couple of supermarkets, such as the Supermercado Consum Catral San Juan and Hiperber, also serve the area. Catral's weekly street market takes place every Saturday in Calle Oscar Esplá.

GOLF

The famous golf courses of Vistabella, La Marquesa, Alenda and La Finca are less than 20 minutes drive away.

HOW FAR IS CATRAL FROM THE AIRPORT?

Alicante-Elche airport is the closest airport to Catral.

Alicante International Airport (Alicante-Elche Airport)

DISTANCE: 21,8 kilometres

BY CAR / TAXI: 19 minutes via the AP-7 motorway

CATRAL TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE

Address: Plaza Ayuntamiento, 1 03158 Catral, Alicante

Telephone: +34 965 72 30 01

E-mail: info@ayuntamientocatral.com

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 3:30pm.