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The chapel was consecrated in 1803, when Mass was first celebrated there. Built on a historic connecting path, it quickly became a religious meeting place for the surrounding communities. To this day, it remains the center of the annual celebrations in honor of Sant Vicent Ferrer and represents the shared history of the three towns of La Nucía, Altea, and l’Alfàs del Pi.

The Ermita de Sant Vicent del Captivador is located in the rural border region between La Nucía, Altea, and l’Alfàs del Pi and is a small, historic chapel of regional importance. It was built at the beginning of the 19th century; the building permit dates back to 1802, and the first Mass was celebrated there in 1803. This year is therefore considered its historic year of construction and consecration. The hermitage stands on an old connecting path, today known as the Camí de l’Ermita or Camí de Sant Vicent, which formerly served as a religious and social meeting point for the surrounding communities. To this day, the chapel is the focal point of the annual celebrations in honor of Sant Vicent Ferrer and symbolizes the shared history and connection of the three towns in the Marina Baixa.

Good paved road, moderate traffic. Views of the reservoir, the Aitana and Serrella mountain ranges, and villages like Beniardà and Benimantell.

If there’s one climb that defines cycling on the Costa Blanca, it’s Coll de Rates. Starting from the village of Parcent, this legendary ascent has become a must-ride for cyclists from around the world — from weekend warriors to Tour de France champions. The climb is just under 7 km long, with an average gradient of around 5%, making it both accessible and rhythmical. The road surface is excellent, the curves are elegant, and the views just keep getting better as you rise above the valley. This is no secret among the pros. Riders from Jumbo-Visma, INEOS, UAE Team Emirates and others regularly use Coll de Rates for winter training. Tadej Pogačar currently holds the Strava KOM, which says a lot about the kind of names that have tested themselves here. On clear days, the view from the top is simply breathtaking — stretching all the way across the coastline, and if you’re lucky, even Ibiza shimmers faintly on the horizon. There’s a café at the summit (seasonal), and the descent toward Tarbena or Castell de Castells is just as rewarding. With its mix of scenery, steady gradients and cycling history, Coll de Rates is one of the most climbed — and most loved — ascents in the world. If you ride only one climb in the region, make it this one.

The apple strudel is fantastic, you should try it

The Coll de Rates consistently ranks in the top ten of the most ridden mountains every year. Pro riders compete for the best times.

Very entertaining route.