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Chelva, Valencia

Província de València · Valencia · Spain · 1,986 residents

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Chelva is a village in Província de València, Valencia, Spain, home to around 1,986 people. There are 6 notable places to see in and around town, including Abrigo de la Quebrada and castle of Domeño. The nearest airport is Valencia (VLC), about 47 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.

Why go

  • Sights worth the trip: Abrigo de la Quebrada, castle of Domeño and Acueducto de Peña Cortada.
  • Easy to reach: Valencia (VLC) is 33 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
  • Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.

Top sights in Chelva

Ranked by how well known they are.

  • Abrigo de la Quebrada1archaeological site

    Abrigo de la Quebrada

    In the centre · Photo

    prehistoric rockshelter in the region of Valencia, Spain

  • castle of Domeño2castle

    castle of Domeño

    4 miles from the centre · Photo

  • Acueducto de Peña Cortada3aqueduct

    Acueducto de Peña Cortada

    2 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Chelva, Calles, Domeño y Tuéjar, Spain

  • La Posada5palace

    La Posada

    In the centre · Photo

    historical building in Chelva

  • Bullring of Chelva6amphitheatre

    Bullring of Chelva

    In the centre · Photo

    bullring in Chelva, Spain

  • Alto Turia y Sierra del Negrete

    protected area · 1 mile from the centre

Tours & tickets in Chelva

Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Chelva can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.

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Where to stay in Chelva

Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Chelva are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.

Hire a car

The easiest way to reach Chelva and the villages around it is a hire car from Valencia (VLC), about 47 min away.

Best time to visit Chelva

Getting there from the UK

By air

  • Valencia (VLC)33 miles, about 47 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Alicante (ALC)104 miles, about 2 h 28 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Zaragoza (ZAZ)132 miles, about 3 h 8 min by roaddirect flights from the UK

By car and ferry

Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 16 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Valencia (42 miles), Dénia (86 miles).

Chelva is good for

Around Chelva

Towns and villages within an hour or so.

Questions people ask

Is Chelva worth visiting?

Yes. Chelva is known for Abrigo de la Quebrada, castle of Domeño and Acueducto de Peña Cortada. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.

How do I get to Chelva from the UK?

Fly to Valencia (VLC), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 47 min by road. Alicante (ALC) is an alternative, 104 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 16 min.

Is Chelva good for families?

Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.

What is near Chelva?

Utiel (17 miles), Chulilla (9 miles), Buñol (26 miles) and Mira (23 miles) are all within an hour or so.

Where is Chelva?

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