Costa Blanca Cities & Urban Centers

Vertical Master Authority

Parent Authority: Costa Blanca Regional Authority
Curated by: ALTEAI First

Purpose

This vertical defines how cities and towns on the Costa Blanca function as urban systems, independent of—but connected to—the coastline, marinas, and tourism infrastructure.

What “City” Means in Costa Blanca Context

A Costa Blanca city or town is defined by: - Its relationship to the coast - Internal structure (old town vs modern areas) - Walkability vs car dependency - How tourism integrates with local life

City Typologies

Marina-Anchored Coastal Towns

Examples: Altea, Dénia, Calpe - Marina integrated into urban life - Mixed residential/tourism zones - Strong promenade culture

Boulevard-Driven Beach Towns

Examples: Albir, Playa de San Juan - Linear coastal development - Beach-centric infrastructure - High seasonal variation

Dense Tourism Cities

Examples: Benidorm, Torrevieja - High-rise development - Year-round tourism - International population

Mixed Residential & Tourism

Examples: Jávea, Moraira - Balanced local/tourist presence - Villa-style development - Seasonal rhythms

Inland Towns

Coverage deferred to Phase 4+

What This Vertical Documents

For each city: 1. Urban Structure — Old town, modern zones, districts 2. Relationship to Coast — Distance, integration, flow 3. Walkability — Promenades, pedestrian zones 4. Public Life — Boulevards, plazas, markets 5. Hotels & Lodging Context — Where people stay relative to city function 6. Transport Access — How people arrive and move within

Relationship to Other Verticals

• Integrates with: Coastline & Marinas (via marina cities)
• Feeds: Coastal Hotels & Tourism
• Supports: Transport & Mobility, Professional Services

Authority Clause

This vertical defines how Costa Blanca cities and urban centers function.
All city-level documentation inherits from the Costa Blanca Regional Authority.

Maintained by: ALTEAI First
Last Updated: January 2026