Fontanars dels Alforins: Wine Landscape and Culture
The Alforins plateau is bordered by the Serra Grossa and the Serra de Beneixama. It forms a mosaic of vineyards, grain fields and olive groves. Red and white wines are produced in Fontanars dels Alforins by renowned local wineries and classified under the D.O. Valencia designation.
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Landscape and Trails
The Tarahumara Trail from Fontanars dels Alforins passes through vineyards, Mediterranean forests and mountain trails and is suitable for both hikers and trail runners. Fontanars dels Alforins also has hiking and cycling routes through Mediterranean landscapes around the Paratge Natural de la Duquessa.
The Sendera de la Via Augusta includes the Moixent–La Zafra section as well as an additional connecting branch. The Ruta de la Calç comprises five hiking or cycling routes focusing on the cultural, industrial and architectural heritage of lime production in Fontanars dels Alforins. The five routes feature 22 restored lime kilns. Route 1 of the lime routes is 6.1 kilometres long and starts at Carrer d’Alfons XIII. The different route lengths and activity types can be compared for your own planning.
The now-disused Casa Forestal de l’Alt del Moro is a viewpoint overlooking the municipality of Fontanars dels Alforins. Les Piles and Barranc de Peres are local recreation areas in Fontanars dels Alforins. Ca Vidal can be reached from Fontanars dels Alforins via a footpath and a cycling path.
Culture and History
Ca Vidal is an old hamlet that developed roughly around the lands of the Marqués de Vellisca and was connected with an agricultural way of life. A walk through Ca Vidal offers an opportunity to learn about the history of one of the oldest settlements in Fontanars dels Alforins and rural Valencian life.
The bell tower of Fontanars dels Alforins dates from 1916 and features Neo-Mudéjar elements. The church in Fontanars dels Alforins was built in the Neoclassical style and houses several interesting religious artworks.
Every Sunday, the Mercat dels Diumenges takes place in the main square of Fontanars dels Alforins, offering fresh produce and local handicrafts. The Moros i Cristians festivities take place on the first weekend of September in honour of Our Lady of the Rosary.
Wine and Handicrafts
Vinya Alforí offers a guided tour of the vineyards with wine tasting as a 90-minute experience in the vineyard and winery. Casa Los Frailes offers winery tours, which must be reserved in advance.
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