8 April 2019 – Javea Port to Denia Tower

The weather forecast was cloudy but dry all day – it lied!

The rain arrived just as we started the walk

It was light but persistent, wet enough for waterproofs

At the viewpoint we agreed to carry on to the ruined police barracks and decide there whether to carry on or abandon the walk

It was still raining as we had our banana break at the picnic site

But fortunately had stopped by the time we reached the police barracks

Everyone agreed to carry on and the waterproofs came off

By the time we reached “Fred Flintstone” the sky was clear and it was warm and sunny

After the dismal start it was very enjoyable to walk in the sun

And we arrived at the Denia Tower in good time for lunch

It was very pleasant sitting in the sun and admiring the view

But we soon had to pack our bags for the return journey

A good track meant we could look around and admire the views

And soon reached the windmills overlooking Javea

The rain had made the climb to the lighthouse very slippery

We now had to decide whether to return the same way as planned or walk down the road through the urbanisation

It was agreed to take the safer alternative route, which fortunately John remembered

I dislike the long winding road, but it does provide some good photo opportunities

Clear blue skies and pleasantly warm as we had our drink beside the harbour

We were so pleased that we had decided to continue despite the weather and were able to enjoy another great walk in great company

Stats

Distance - 14 km

Time Taken - 5.5 hours

Total Ascent - 300 metres
Total Steps - 20300