Tàrbena

An excellent walking destination, Tàrbena promises lots of trails snaking through scenery with plenty of surprises up its sleeves. Don’t miss Tàrbena.

Located in the province of Alicante, Tàrbena is a small destination that boasts beautiful landscapes, age-old traditions, delicious cuisine and fascinating history. Come and explore. 

What to see in Tàrbena

Tàrbena is a wonderful place to discover the tradición of raisin making and visit the ruins left behind by civilisations that once lived in the area. The village sits in a valley that gives the destination a unique charm. Surrounding it are mountains, affording views over the Mediterranean. It is these mountains that give Tàrbena a reputation for being a viewing point over La Marina Baixa. 

Tàrbena’s landscapes also lend themselves to other outdoor pursuits such as rock climbing and mountain biking. Hikers will be pleased to learn that there are plenty of trails leading to springs and farmhouses, as well as to 2nd century alcazabas and viewing points whose vistas will blow you away. There is also a ruined castle, also known as Sa Caseta des Moros, and an excursion up to Coll de Rates.

In the village itself there are points of interest to explore. Santa Bárbara Church, for instance, a late Baroque place of worship built in the 18th century, is well worth taking a look around, as is the ethnological museum where you can discover what rural life used to be like in the area. While in the centre, we’d recommend trying Tàrbena’s delicious gastronomy, best known for its sausages, honey, a quality olive oil and recipes like fassedures de dacsa, orange rolls, coca amb tomaca and more.

Tàrbena’s festivals are another great excuse to visit the destination. Sa Festa des Parlar de Sa is a special event that celebrates the village’s connection to Majorca, la Fira Gastronòmica i Artesanal, the Gastronomy and Artisan Fair, Festa dels Fadrins, which fills the streets with community lunches and street parties, and then there is the Patron Saint Festival in honour of Santa Bárbara. Come and explore this lovely destination and discover all its surprises.