Route around Almansa - Castilla La Mancha
A chance to see and compare the castles of Almansa, Petrer, Sax and Villena. This area is a historic treasure trove of bloody battles and fighting for kingdoms, an intrinsic part of Spain's legacy. Near Almansa you can also visit the remains of an ancient Iberian town.
Via: Alicante, Petrer, Sax, Villena.
Total Return Distance: From Benidorm: 314 kms. From Torrevieja: 316 kms.
Total Driving Time: From Benidorm: 3 hours 30 mins. From Torrevieja: 4 hours
Type of Roads: Mostly Motorway (Toll)
Type of Route: Castles.
Directions from Torrevieja: Take Road C-3321 onto National N-332 and follow to Motorway A-340. Then take Motorway A-7 towards Alicante. Follow instructions from *.
Directions from Benidorm: Take A-7 Motorway towards Alicante. * Take N-330 exit towards Madrid. Follow to exit CV-8351 Petrer. Return to N-330 towards Madrid until CV-830 exit Sax. Return to N-330 towards Madrid until exit CV-814, then take right turn for Villena. Return to N-330 towards Madrid until exit for Almansa.