Novelda is a city located in the province of Alicante, in the Valencian Community, on the Spanish Mediterranean coast. Here are some suggestions of places to visit and typical dishes to try during your stay in Novelda:
What to visit:
The Sanctuary of Santa María Magdalena: an impressive modernist temple built at the beginning of the 20th century.
La Mola Castle: a 12th century fortress offering panoramic views of the town and surrounding area.
The Mira Palace: a beautiful modernist building built at the beginning of the 20th century.
La Casa-Museo Modernista: a house-museum dedicated to the modernist movement, which had a strong presence in Novelda.
The Clock Tower: a clock tower built in the 18th century and located in the town centre.
What to eat:
Arroz con conejo y caracoles (rice with rabbit and snails): a typical dish of the region, made with rice, rabbit and snails.
Gazpachos: a cold dish of vegetables and bread typical of the region.
Los Dulces de Novelda: Novelda is known for its production of sweets and pastries, especially the "arrugado", a cake made with almonds and honey.
Novelda Wine: the Novelda region is known for its wine production, especially the Monastrell variety.
Embutidos de Novelda: a selection of typical sausages from the region, such as salchichón, longaniza and sobrasada.
Enjoy your visit to Novelda and don't miss the opportunity to taste its delicious gastronomy!
Delve into the origins of the Iberian culture with an archaeologist. But first, breakfast with sweet wine.
Visits from: 18€
Instructive tastings, gourmet gastronomy and courses to lose weight with a Mediterranean diet.
Visits from: 12€
Modernist and medieval art in an excellent tour through the history of the Marquis de la Romana, accompanied by good wine and local food.
Visits from: 3€
Enogastronomic route.
Visits from: 25€