The seaside promenade along San Juan Playa and Playa Muchavista is another attractive spot for a run on the Costa Blanca. Located 8 km north up the coast from the city of Alicante, these two wide, white sand beaches are nearly 6 km combined. A palm-lined promenade runs along most of their length, and continues even further north to Platja del Carrer de la Mar in El Campello. The beaches themselves are runnable — the sand is firm enough, especially near the water. Heading north, there are great views of Montgó (mountain).
Promenade. Wikimedia Commons
The seaside promenade along San Juan Playa and Playa Muchavista is another attractive spot for a run on the Costa Blanca. Located 8 km north up the coast from the city of Alicante, these two wide, white sand beaches are nearly 6 km combined. A palm-lined promenade runs along most of their length, and continues even further north to Platja del Carrer de la Mar in El Campello. The beaches themselves are runnable — the sand is firm enough, especially near the water. Heading north, there are great views of Montgó (mountain).
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Up to 8 km (5 miles) one-way
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South End: San Juan Playa; North End: Playa Muchavista
Tram Line 3 runs from Alicante to Fabraquer (Playa Muchavista)
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Essentials
Up to 8 km (5 miles) one-way
Flat
South End: San Juan Playa; North End: Playa Muchavista
Tram Line 3 runs from Alicante to Fabraquer (Playa Muchavista)
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