{"id":21859,"date":"2022-10-11T15:30:11","date_gmt":"2022-10-11T15:30:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-to-do-in-april-in-santa-pola-spain\/"},"modified":"2022-10-11T15:30:13","modified_gmt":"2022-10-11T15:30:13","slug":"what-to-do-in-april-in-santa-pola-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-to-do-in-april-in-santa-pola-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in April in Santa Pola, Spain - 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Santa Pola is a coastal town located in the comarca of Baix Vinalop\u00f3 in the Valencian Community, Spain, by the Mediterranean Sea. Santa Pola is, at present, a coastal fishing and tourist town. The nearby island of Tabarca (part of Alicante) can be visited by ship.<\/p>

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Before we have a look at what you can do in Santa Pola, let's first look at the weather you can expect in April.

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April weather in Santa Pola Spain<\/h2>To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in April in Santa Pola Spain, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if April is comfortable or humid

Generally, April in Santa Pola Spain will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 73\u00b0F \/ 23\u00b0C. Due to the dry air, it will feel very comfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 50\u00b0F \/ 10\u00b0C.

Santa Pola Spain has some rainy days in April. You can expect around 6 rainy days, with on average 1 inches \/ 26 mm of rain during the whole month.

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The forecast for April 2025 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.<\/div><\/p>

Things to see and do in Santa Pola<\/h2>

Santa Pola has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.<\/p>

Maundy Thursday<\/div>
Event\/Festival<\/span>April<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Maundy Thursday is celebrated in mid-April. It is an important day for Albaycin. The same event is also called Sheer Thursday, Covenant Thursday, Great Thursday, Ascension Day, Ascension Thursday, and Holy Thursday. There is drum beating, processions, and bonfires on this day.<\/div>
See details here<\/a><\/div><\/div>
Varadero<\/div>
Beach<\/span>Throughout the Year<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Varadero is a beach ideal for sunbathing and swimming.<\/div><\/div>
Easter<\/div>
Event\/Festival<\/span>March, April<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Easter is celebrated in mid-April and sometimes in March. There are traditional meals get-togethers, many outdoor activities, and floats with displays of flowers.<\/div>
See details here<\/a><\/div><\/div>
Pola Park<\/div>
Park<\/span>Throughout the Year<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Pola Park is an attraction with playgrounds for kids.<\/div><\/div>
Salinas Natural Park<\/div>
Park<\/span>Throughout the Year<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Salinas Natural Park has many birds, wildlife, landscapes, and viewpoints to see sunrise and sunset.<\/div><\/div>
Good Friday<\/div>
Event\/Festival<\/span>April<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Good Friday is celebrated in mid-April. There are colorful costumes, parades, processions carrying Christ, and traditional shows on the streets. There are services in the local churches as it is a traditional religious festival. Processions are held nationwide until they end in a tragic climax of spectacular mourning in Holy Week as Christ is captured and crucified.<\/div>
See details here<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>

Shopping in Santa Pola<\/h2>

Around the city you can find many small shops to do your shopping. From fruit and vegetable shops to clothes and souvenirs.
\nMost shops are open all year round.
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  • Mercadillo Santa Pola (Saturday 08:30-14 and Monday 08:30-14)<\/li>
  • Mercado Central<\/li>
  • Mercado pescado Fresco (Fish Market)<\/li>
  • Hiperber Todo Mas Barato<\/li>
  • Centro Comercial Pola Max<\/li><\/ul><\/p>

    Activities in Santa Pola<\/h2>
    Public Library<\/div>
    Located in the main town centre. <\/div>
    Walking and Cycling
    Golf retreats<\/div>
    Santa Pola has many locations nearby where different golf courses are offered.<\/div>
    Beaches<\/div>
    Santa Pola is a beach paradise. You will not be disappointed by the picturesque beaches in the town. <\/div>
    Sailing and Fishing
    Pola Park<\/div>
    Visit the Pola Park for a fun-filled afternoon with numerous activities to pamper yourself with. The park is full of life and also has many restaurants and bars you can visit,<\/div>
    Museo de la Sal<\/div>
    The Salt Museum where you can learn about the history and process of Salt extraction.<\/div>
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    Restaurants in Santa Pola<\/h2>

    The centerpiece of Santa Pola's gastronomy is fish and rice, seasoned with olive oil, saffron, \u00f1oras (Spanish dried peppers), cloves and salt.
    \nHere you can find typical Spanish restaurants as well as restaurants with international cuisine.
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    • La taberna de Lucia<\/li>
    • Los Curros<\/li>
    • Restaurante en Santa Pola Pulper\u00eda Narcea<\/li>
    • Restaurante Varadero<\/li>
    • Restaurante La Barca<\/li><\/ul><\/p>

      More things to see in Santa Pola<\/h2>
      Bien de Inter\u00e9s Cultural<\/div>
      A beautiful castle located on Plaza de la Glorieta. It was built in the 16th century and holds significant historical value for the town.<\/div>
      Municipal Aquarium<\/div>
      The largest saltwater aquarium in the entire Valencian Community. The tours offered are informational and give an interesting insight into the marine life in the area. <\/div>
      Playa de Varadero<\/div>
      Located near the main town area and is a great spot for relaxing. It is the second most popular beach in the area.<\/div>
      Faro de Santa Pola<\/div>
      The lighthouse of Santa Pola. The place has stunning views and a beautiful surrounding.<\/div>
      Salinas de Santa Pola<\/div>
      The Salt Flats of Santa Pola occupy 2,496 hectares of land and is an amazing sight to see. It is a natural reserve and here, wild birds are provided with special protection.<\/div>
      Playa Levante<\/div>
      One of the most beautiful beaches in Santa Pola. It has been rewarded with the Blue Flag status. The clean blue waters and comfortable weather calls for a day out at the beach. <\/div>
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