Altura, Valencia
Província de Castelló · Valencia · Spain · 3,242 residents
Altura is a village in Província de Castelló, Valencia, Spain, home to around 3,242 people. There is one notable place to see in and around town, including Cartuja de Val de Cristo. The nearest airport is Valencia (VLC), about 36 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Cartuja de Val de Cristo.
- Easy to reach: Valencia (VLC) is 25 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Altura
Ranked by how well known they are.
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Tours & tickets in Altura
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Altura can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Altura are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Altura and the villages around it is a hire car from Valencia (VLC), about 36 min away.
Best time to visit Altura
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Valencia (VLC)25 miles, about 36 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Alicante (ALC)108 miles, about 2 h 34 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)126 miles, about 2 h 59 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 2 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Valencia (30 miles), Dénia (77 miles).
Altura is good for
Around Altura
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Altura worth visiting?
Yes. Altura is known for Cartuja de Val de Cristo. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Altura from the UK?
Fly to Valencia (VLC), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 36 min by road. Alicante (ALC) is an alternative, 108 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 2 min.
What is near Altura?
Valencia (27 miles), Sagunto (18 miles), Alboraya (26 miles) and Villavieja (18 miles) are all within an hour or so.