Algorfa brings together architectural history, a scenic route and golf, offering three distinct reasons to visit. The Ermita and the parish church represent historic architecture; the “La Caldera del Gigante” route leads into a protected natural area, while La Finca Golf adds a sporting dimension. You can tailor your stay to culture, nature or golf.

Ermita and parish church: historic landmarks

The Ermita de Algorfa is a Neo-Gothic chapel on a small hill near the town centre. It was built in 1910 on the orders of Rafael de Rojas y Galiano, the sixth Marquis of Algorfa. Two-coloured stone was used in its construction; the Algorfa quarry is associated with this material. The chapel’s style, date of construction and materials each offer a distinct connection to Algorfa’s architectural history.

The parish church, Iglesia Parroquial de la Virgen del Carmen, is located in Plaza de España. It was founded in 1755 under the Marquisate of Algorfa. This places two different historic landmarks side by side: the Neo-Gothic chapel built in 1910 and the parish church founded in the 18th century. Those interested in architectural history can consider their respective periods and the Ermita’s distinctive use of stone.

La Caldera del Gigante: route and landscape

The approximately 17-kilometre “La Caldera del Gigante” route begins in the Montemar residential development in Algorfa and leads into the protected natural area of Hoyo Serrano. This area is of high ecological value and includes Mediterranean woodland formations as well as a striking gorge. The Barranco de Calderón extends for 3,270 metres along the route.

The Caldera del Gigante, which gives the route its name, is a fluvial erosion formation between several pools carved by water into the rocky riverbed. The route also runs parallel to the Sotos del Río Segura for a stretch of 8,000 metres in the direction of Benejúzar. The approximately 17 kilometres refer to the route’s total length; the 3,270 metres refer to the Barranco de Calderón, which extends along the route. The starting point, the route into Hoyo Serrano and the direction towards Benejúzar offer different points of reference for the trail described.

Golf and local cuisine

La Finca Golf in Algorfa is an 18-hole golf course. Waterfalls and lakes are situated by the fifth and sixth holes, and native vegetation surrounds the course. The route and the golf course offer different focuses: landscape and golf.

You can also plan where to eat: try local dishes at bars and restaurants. These local dining options complement the choice between architectural history, landscape and golf.

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