Puig Campana

Mountain Prominent coastal mountain near Benidorm, popular climbing

Puig Campana rises steeply above the Costa Blanca near Finestrat, its notch visible from Benidorm; hikers and climbers tackle steep routes for long coastal views.

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Puig Campana is a limestone mountain in the Valencian Community near the towns of Finestrat and Benidorm, notable for its steep faces and a prominent notch on the western side.

Hikers and climbers come for the summit, which rises to roughly 1,410 metres, and for the panoramic views over the Mediterranean and the Alicante coastline. The mountain is accessed from several trailheads around Finestrat and Altea and is a common single-day hiking objective from the nearby coastal resorts.

Geographically it stands just inland from Benidorm, forming a conspicuous backdrop to the coastal towns and forming part of the pre-coastal range of the Marina Baixa.

  • Elevation: The mountain reaches about 1,410 metres in elevation and is a popular destination for day hikes and technical climbing routes on limestone terrain.

What to See #

  • Summit: Summit at approximately 1,410 metres above sea level offering panoramic views over the Alicante coast and the Mediterranean on clear days.
  • Western notch: Distinctive western face notch, a well-known visual feature visible from Benidorm and surrounding towns and used as a landmark for routes from Finestrat and Altea.
Puig Campana
Puig Campana, near Finestrat and Altea, Province of Alicante, Valencian Community, Spain
38.5968, -0.1944
Open year-round (outdoor mountain)

How to Get to Puig Campana #

Access the Puig Campana approaches from the AP-7 motorway; exits toward Finestrat or Altea. The town of Finestrat serves as a common base - from there follow signs to the mountain; parking is available near trailheads. The nearest large airport is Alicante-Elche (about 40-50 minutes by car).

Tips for Visiting Puig Campana #

  • Start the popular 'Cachopo' route early morning to avoid heat and to see the notch in the summit in flattering light.
  • Hire a certified local guide for the tougher north face routes; several via ferrata-style sections are exposed and require experience.
  • If driving from Alicante airport, skirt the AP-7 and take local roads for better coastal views; parking is limited at trailheads.

Best Time to Visit Puig Campana #

Spring and autumn are the best seasons for comfortable climbs and clear views of the Mediterranean; summer is hot and should be avoided for strenuous ascents.

Spring
Mar-May · 10-20°C
Temperate, wildflowers and good visibility for Mediterranean coastal views.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 15-25°C
Clear skies and cooler temperatures - ideal for climbing without summer heat.
Winter (lower routes)
Dec-Feb · 0-12°C
Higher ridges may have snow; lower hikes are still possible but weather can be changeable.

Weather & Climate near Puig Campana #

Climate

Puig Campana's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 10°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 26°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 15 mm and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 31°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.4h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 30°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.5h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 25°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

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