Blue Trail: Marineta Cassiana promenade and coves

This itinerary runs along the Marineta Cassiana promenade and the seafront of the coves of Les Rotes, one of the most emblematic coastal areas of Dénia, known for its rocky coves, crystal clear waters and its scenic and natural wealth. Its waters and seabed have been declared a marine reserve.

This route, called the Blue Trail, runs along the seafront promenade of La Marineta Cassiana and the rocky coves of Les Rotes, one of the most emblematic coastal areas of Dénia, known for its crystal clear waters and its rich landscape and natural beauty. Its waters and seabed are declared a Natural and Marine Reserve.

You can also choose a SHORTER OPTION, i.e., just the Marineta Cassiana seafront promenade:

Distance: 2.6 kms (round trip).
Duration: 30-40 min (round trip).

Route Data

Starting point : South breakwater roundabout: Marineta Cassiana beach.
Distance : 4.2km. (one way). Linear route
Slope : Mostly flat with some short stretches of incline.
Duration : 1 hour (one way)
Difficulty : Easy
Marine Reserves
Oceanic Posidonia
Marineta Cassiana Beach
Les Rotes Beach
Punta Negra Beach

Tour
1. Starting point: Start on the seafront promenade of Marineta Cassiana Beach.
2. Initial section along the paved promenade next to the sandy beach. Its waters are part of the Cabo San Antonio Nature Reserve
3. Advance towards the rocky coves, along dirt roads, paved stretches and a long cobblestone road that runs along the coast. At the end of the Marineta Cassiana seafront promenade begins the so-called “Marine Reserve”, an area of greater protection located within the Natural Reserve.
4. Stop at Cala El Trampolí to appreciate its beauty and environmental diversity.
5. Continue towards Cala Punta Negra, also observing the marine environment and its transparent waters
6. The cobbled walk ends at a restaurant parking lot and connects with the last stretch of the Les Rotes road, where the bird and whale watching viewpoint is located a few meters away.
7. Arrival at Arenetes cove, where you can enjoy the beauty of the cove, the views of Cape San Antonio and its impressive cliffs.
8. Return by the same way, enjoying the environment of the coast of Les Rotes. Option to return on the Les Rotes bus line.
Accessibility

The Marineta Cassiana promenade is accessible , although there are steep ramps next to the stairs that separate the various sections of the promenade. After the walk, the surface combines sections of asphalt, dirt and cobbled path. Both the dirt sections and the cobbled road have irregularities that make transit somewhat difficult.

It should be noted that the Marineta Cassiana beach is an accessible beach with the services and infrastructures that it entails.