Jesper Bejerholm
Costa Blanca
Costa Cálida
Välkommen till Gandia
A little north of the Costa Blanca, Gandia is the second biggest city in the province of Valencia where you’ll find some of the region’s best beaches, a historical heart and superb amenities.
The perfect mid-point between city life and Mediterranean relaxation, Gandia is just beyond the reach of most foreign tourists and offers a distinctly Valencian way of life.
While many of the coastal towns and cities of the Costa Blanca feel as though they’ve had the pleasures (and pressures) of international tourism thrust upon them, in Gandia you’ll find a city that has long learned to balance the needs of all its residents. The distinct playa area on the coast is where you’ll find the liveliest bars and restaurants, while the town, several kilometres inland, is fantastic for shopping, strolling along the boulevard or relaxing in one of the parks.
Gandia rose to fame and fortune under the notorious Borgia family, although it is their repentant Jesuit descendent, Saint Francisco de Borgia, who you will find celebrated here today. This is a town packed full of Spanish history, with Gothic architectural wonders including the Ducal Palace and church of Santa Maria. You’ll be able to enjoy culinary delights like fideuà, a unique paella dish made from noodles, walks in the surrounding mountains and of course gorgeous Blue Flag beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see.
Plats
Community
A mainly Spanish city, 16% of Gandia’s 74,000 population come from outside Spain, considerably fewer than in equivalent cities on the Costa Blanca. Although you won’t find many international restaurants, bars or hotels here this is a vibrant seaside city that is particularly popular with retired Spaniards.
Property
Another advantage is the range of reasonably priced property and diversity of habitat: choose from apartments in the beach area, period townhouses in the old centre or look to the citrus groves to the west for country villas and plots of land.
Amenities
The pedestrianised Calle Major and surrounding streets is where you’ll find more than 800 shops and a popular Saturday morning market. The city has countless bars and restaurants as well as a shopping mall, supermarkets, banks and cinemas. Head to Gandia Playa for more touristy delights including casinos.
Transport
In Gandia you are 70 kilometres south of beautiful Valencia City and its international airport is accessible by road and direct rail link. The city’s train station also connects you with Alicante to the south and locations across Spain.
Health
Gandia has its own national health hospital and clinics together with an array of private services. For emergencies the town is covered by Red Cross ambulance service.
Cost of Living
The city is a great option for anyone looking for a great seaside location, with all the benefits of a major city but at a significantly lower price than you would pay in nearby Valencia or Alicante.
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