U3A Moraira-Teulada

JAVEA - Cansaladas Las Laderas urb. and woods -2
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/Madrid) | Lago Como, 7-1, JAVEA – Cansaladas, C. Lago Como, 7-1, 03739 Xàbia, Alicante, 03739, Spain
Walk leaders: Gill & George

Meeting PointCami Lago Como of cami de les Cansaladas CV-747 before El Campo Restaurant,left in Cami Lago Como near Mailboxes of Las Laderas urb. GPS: 38°45’00.4″N 0°10’08.3″E Use View Venue Website below for precise location.Walking RouteDistance : 5 kmThrough Las Laderas urbanisation into the woods and around the rear of the Jávea Golf club.TerrainWalking SurfaceSome roads but mostly good tracks and pathsAscentMostly flat but starts with a fairly steep climb through the urbanisation. (Ascent 105m).Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira: Drive through Benitachell towards Javea. Pass the football field on the right and take the first road to the right CV-747 towards Javea arenal. Pass the roundabout, go straight and follow the road until it bends to the right. At this point turn left into Lago Como. do not take the road immediately alongside the restaurant. Parking near the mailboxes..From Jávea: At Barclays Bank, take the road towards Benitachell up the hill. 600 metres after passing the Inn on the Green bowls club, the road bends left at the old El Campo restaurant. There are two roads on the right hand side as the road bends left. Take the second of these two roads; do not take the road immediately alongside the restaurant. Parking near the mailboxes.

Walk Description

Walk up the hill of Calle del Lago Como following it round to the left and right. Do NOT take the next turning on the left (Lago Como) but continue straight on up the hill into Lago Cinebra.

Follow it around to the right and then take the first turning on the left, Calle Lago Vanern.

The road wiggles as it joins Lago Tanganyka, keep going straight on. At the T-junction with Cami de Sabatera, turn left, and, at the crossroads, turn right to stay on Cami de Sabatera.

Cami de Sabatera can be busy at times, so beware. After a short distance (approx 130m), just before some trees, there is a dirt path on the left going across some fields towards a wooded area. [If you reach a chain entrance on Sabatera then you have gone about 80m too far].

Walk along this straight dirt path, it bends slightly to the right and then enters the trees. Keep going straight until you reach a ruined finca. Turn left at the finca and follow the path through the grass. The path can be difficult to see in the grass, but it goes almost in a straight line.

The path then curves slightly left as it rises and joins a cart track at another ruined finca (on your right). The cart track T-junctions with a rough whitish road where you should turn right into Lago Aral. Notice the magnificent view of Montgó on your right.

When the track approaches some stables, turn left and curve right around the stables (still on Lago Aral). [There are alternative routes marked on the map.] Ignore the turning (Lago Michigan) to the left. Continue along Lago Aral until the track goes into a wooded “tunnel”.

At the other end of the “tunnel”, take the track on the right. This is Calle Lago Baljas (often marked on maps as Baljash). Walk along this track past a new house on the left and then the track becomes a tarmac-ed road. The stables are just visible to the right through the fence.

Walk straight over the next two crossroads (first with Lago Yojoa and then with Lago Saimaa) and into Calle de Lago Eire. This road very quickly becomes a narrow dirt path (ignore the track to the left) and runs along the back of the Jávea Golf Club.

Look for a ruined finca on your left, very close to the path. About 10m after the finca, on your right, is a narrow dirt path leading across the fields. Follow this path in an almost straight line for about 250m. The path then curves to the left through some trees and then out in the open.

It goes along a terrace and then junctions with another path, where you should go up the slope then follow the path as it curves to the left into some more trees. Proceed the ends of the two walls. It emerges into a clearing under some electricity pylons. Go straight across the clearing towards a small wall. There is a path to the left but you should take the path to the right, up a slight slope and left around some small trees. This path runs alongside some trees to your right.

When you reach a junction with another path, turn left and soon you will reach Cami de Sabatera. Turn right and carefully walk the short distance up the hill.

At the top of the hill, go straight across and into Lago Como. This rough track quickly becomes a road as it descends steeply. Go down the hill ignoring the side turnings. Notice the abundance of traffic furniture and zebras grazing on every corner!

Take the last turning on the left (still Lago Como) then turn right to return to the parking area.

GATA – Colegio to Nature reserve (Thur)
2026-04-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Gata colegio, Polígono Esp.Abiertos-Río-, 691, 03740 Gata de Gorgos, Alicante, 03740, Spain
Walk leaders: Jacqui & Andy

Meeting PointAt end of carrer San Josep(calle san jose) turn left, Car park in Via Pista next to Colegio.GPS: 38.770584 N, 0.082254 E Use View Venue Website below for precise location.Walking RouteDistance : 5 kmWalk though the nature reserve behind the Colegio and before the AP7, passing the aeroclub of model airplanes.TerrainWalking SurfaceMostly good tarmac roads, some dirt/gravel and rocky tracks.Ascent1km ascent, 2 short steep ascents and 1 km descentDirections toMeeting PointFrom Moraira:Drive through Teulada and take the N332 to Gata. When reaching Gata, after the sharp S-bend , take the next road to the left, carrer sant Josep, over the bridge of the river. Drive the road to the end until the T-junction with Via Pista. Turn left.50m up the road there is a gravelled parking area to the right (the school is on the left).Park here.

Walk Description

Walk up the tarmac road, via Pista. After about 250m you reach a Y- junction. Take the right road.

Follow this road for 700m. You reach a junction with a tarmac road to the left. Take this road left.

After 200m uphill on the tarmac you reach a Water Works building on the right. Continue past here across the open space and up the gravel track.

The track now winds though the bushes and fields. You will reach another junction, a dirt track to the left and a rocky track to the right that goes uphill through the woods. Take the track to the right that goes through the woods. The track is 2m wide and you pass a dew pond in an open space to your right.

You will reach another junction. Ignore the track to the left and continue on the wider track slightly right.

This track narrows and becomes a single track uphill before reaching a right and left zig-zag up two terraces. Care is required here.

After the zig-zag follow the narrow uphill path to the road and turn left. The road is fairly level and has great views to the sea.

Option 1 – walking time 1hr 10min:

The road goes now downhill, ignore any sideroads, eventually you pass the Gata Areoclub , then the ecopark.

You pass the Y-junction where you left. Continue right downhill until you reach the parking.

Option 2 – walking time 1h 30min:

The road now goes downhill. Before reaching the Gata Aeroclub (can be seen in the distance to your front left) you reach a Y junction and join a tarmac road. Take the road to the right. The road winds downhill for 500m or so and levels out before a sharp bend to the right. There are villas around this area. On the left at the start of the bend is a gravel track (Via Senda). Take this track.

As the track approaches the road bridge over the gorge it divides – take the right hand track downhill and under the bridge and then bear left onto the paved promenade.

Continue along the promenade taking the lower path overlooking the gorge on the right. Eventually this path reaches the road.

Walk along this road, over the crossroads to the ‘T’ junction at the end, and turn left up the hill and return to the parking.

Strong walking shoes or boots are essential on this route.

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Join us for a fabulous day out to La Zenia Boulevard!
2026-04-09 08:30 - 18:00
Join us for a fabulous day out to La Zenia Boulevard!

Thursday 9th April 2026Get ready for a super day out packed with shopping, food, and great company.

Carole and Paul Clark from the Moraira U3A Travel Team warmly invite you to come along on a fun-filled shopping escape to the ever-popular La Zenia Boulevard, near Orihuela — the largest and liveliest shopping Centre on the Costa Blanca.

We’ll meet at La Senieta in Moraira at 08:30, boarding our comfortable coach for an 08:45 prompt departure. There will likely be a comfort stop en route, and we expect to arrive at around 10:45 — perfectly timed for a relaxed coffee before diving into the fun.

Shop till you drop (or browse at your leisure!)La Zenia Boulevard is a shopper’s paradise, with something for every taste and budget. Browse bright, spacious stores featuring well-known brands such as Zara, H&M, Primark, Massimo Dutti, Mango, and many more. You’ll also find footwear favourites like Geox and Deichmann, sparkling accessories from Pandora and Swarovski, plus charming local designer boutiques.

Looking for electronics, cosmetics, or homeware? You’ll find excellent specialist stores, frequent promotions, and tempting seasonal sales — all backed by friendly, multilingual staff. Keep an eye out for unique handmade items from local artisans, perfect for souvenirs and special gifts.

Time to refuelWhen it’s time for lunch, the Boulevard’s vibrant dining area offers an impressive choice of Spanish and international cuisine. From tapas, paella, and fresh seafood to pizza, pasta, and quick bites — there’s something for everyone. Familiar favourites like 100 Montaditos, Starbucks, La Tagliatella, and McDonald’s are also on hand, along with ice-cream parlours, bakeries, and cosy cafés for coffee and cake.

Many restaurants have sunny terraces overlooking the central squares, creating a relaxed and sociable atmosphere — ideal for unwinding and watching the world go by.

More than just shoppingSince opening in 2012, La Zenia Boulevard has grown into a buzzing destination with cultural events, tastings, and seasonal activities that attract visitors of all ages.

Homeward boundAfter a successful day of shopping, lunch, and laughs, we’ll head back to the coach at around 4:30 pm for a smooth, comfortable journey back to La Senieta, Moraira.

Cost: just €18 per personThis trip is always popular and usually sells out quickly, so don’t miss your chance.

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GATA – Colegio to Nature reserve - Tue
2026-04-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Gata colegio, Polígono Esp.Abiertos-Río-, 691, 03740 Gata de Gorgos, Alicante, 03740, Spain

U3A Coffee Morning - Ca Antonio, Sol Park
2026-04-06 10:30 - 12:00 | Restaurante Ca Antonio, Sol Park, C. Lérida, 2,, Teulada-Moraira, 03724
U3A Coffee Morning – everyone welcome

All members are warmly invited to come along and investigate our new venue at Restaurante Ca Antonio, Sol Park.

A chance to meet the Committee and other members for an informal get together.

Coffee, tea or soft drink is complementary.

Enjoy a chat with friends old and new and check out our latest travel trips.

The membership desk will be open from 10:30 to 11:30 for existing and new members who wish to pay their subscriptions in cash.

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C. Lérida, 2, 03724 Teulada-Moraira

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TEULADA – Camis behind Font Santa (Thu)
2026-04-02 10:00 - 11:00 | TEULADA Font Santa car park, Camí la Font Santa, 1, 03725 Teulada, Alacant, 03725, Spain
Walk leaders: Keith & Val

Meeting PointFont Santa car park, Camí la Font Santa, 03725 Teulada, Alicante.GPS: 38°42’54.8″N 0°07’33.6″EWalking RouteDistance : 4,5 kmAround the country lanes of Borda – Sisca, partly through vineyards and Woods.TerrainWalking SurfaceHalf tarmac or concrete roads, half track and rough. part muddy and uneven if wet.Ascent100m ascent,500m steep in the beginningDirections to Meeting PointFrom Moraira:Take the main Teulada-to-Moraira road (CV743). Go right on the Little roundabout, go over the bridge and turn left. The karting facility is about 800m towards Teulada and park there in the parking to the right-hand side.From Benitachell:Take the road towards Moraira (CV737), Straight over the new Mercadona roundabout. When you have passed clinica assistel, 100m onwards, take the next small road on the right, signposted Font Santa. Ignore the turning to the right and follow the road as it curves to the right. Shortly, after passing new bridge off Little on the left, you will reach the karting parking area on the right.

Walk Description

With the car park behind you, turn right and walk towards the Font Santa casita. After looking at the font, go up a small set of steps to the left and into the picnic area. Follow the path through the picnic area and past the barbeque building. Turn left tru the small car park. Turn right at the road and walk along this road.

The road climbs gently (at first!) as it zig-zags and then bends to the right and then to the left past a house on the right that seems to have many dogs and some catlle and goats. Follow the road to the right around this house and it then starts to climb a very steep hill.

Almost at the top of this climb, the road bends to the left around a house and then right. As the road bends sharp left again there is a turning to the right. Ignore this turning; follow the road round the bend to the left.

At the top of the hill (another small climb to get there) you will reach a T-junction. Turn right and the road descends gradually around a sweeping right hand curve. Enjoy the splendid views of the valley below.

At the end of the sweeping curve you will pass a house on the right and then come to a turning on the left (with houses either side of the main road). Ignore this turning, stay on the main road (i.e. slight bend to the right). The road now is sloping down gently and you should continue to ignore turnings to the left and right.

At the bottom of this long downhill section you will reach a T-junction. Turn right and follow the road as it curves to the right.

You will pass (need to tip-toe over in winter after heavy rain) a smaller stream that crosses the road and then you pass the new road bridge at the back of LIDL. Eventually the road arrives back to the car park.

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TEULADA – Camis behind Font Santa - Tue
2026-03-31 10:00 - 11:00 | TEULADA Font Santa car park, Camí la Font Santa, 1, 03725 Teulada, Alacant, 03725, Spain

Cartagena Escape
2026-03-31 08:00 - 2026-04-02 19:00
Step back in time, sip a little golden magic, and stroll through 3,000 years of history in one of Spain’s most fascinating coastal cities.

Day 1 – Tuesday 31st March – On the Road to History

• Departure by bus from Moraira with a relaxing coffee stop en route;• Arrival in Cartagena around 12, leave luggage in at the elegant Hotel Sercotel Alfonso XIII and enjoy a free afternoon for lunch, check in to the hotel at 16.00• Evening free to explore local restaurants & tapas bars

Day 2 – Wednesday 1st April – Walking Through 3,000 Years

After breakfast, enjoy a 3.5-hour guided tour through Cartagena’s treasures:

Port of Cartagena – where the city’s history began

Plaza del Ayuntamiento & Plaza de San Francisco – charming squares full of life

Ride the Panoramic Lift for sweeping city views

Step inside the Roman Theatre (entrance included) – one of Spain’s most stunning ancient sites

Discover the Ancient Roman Forum & Maestre Palace

Marvel at Cartagena’s Modernist jewels: Gran Hotel, Casa Cervantes, Casa Llagostera & the elegant Casino (exteriors only)Afternoon: Free time for a leisurely lunch and your own discoveries. Maybe enjoy seaside dining, a harbor walk, or some boutique shopping

In the afternoon The Holy Wednesday Procession starts at about 5pm and is a very important event during Holy Week. It is led by the California Brotherhood with the procession of the Holy Christ of the Arrest.

Day 3 – Thursday 2nd April – Golden Spirit of Cartagena

Leisurely breakfast at the hotel

There is free time after check out. Luggage will be left securely in the hotel until our coach picks us up in the afternoon to take us to the Licor 43 Factory where we will have a Guided tour of the museum & production plantTasting the full range of Licor 43 flavorsWatching a cocktail masterclass & enjoy a light snack• After this golden experience, we return to Moraira by bus with a short break on the way.

Price 265 euros per person in a double room. Single supplement 130 euros

Initial Deposit 100 euros per person

Trip Leaders :- Ian and Eileen Brown – eileen.brown@u3amoraira-teulada.org

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Gata - Vall de Cavall - Thur
2026-03-26 10:00 - 11:00
Walk Leaders: Mike & Val

Meeting PointOpposite porcelain shop La Barraca on the N332 between Teulada and Gata.Walking RouteDistance : 4.8 kmTerrainWalking SurfaceHalf tarmac and half gravel and rock pathsAscentMostly flat Directions to Meeting PointFrom Teulada take the N332 through the gorge heading to Gata. As you exit the gorge there is a porcelain shop called La Barraca on the LHS. Park on the RHS of the road.

Walk Description

Take the side road right you have just passed to the Restaurant Vall de Cavall, crossing over the old bridge. Follow this road up the hill for 1.3Km.

At 1.3Km there is a path left going due North to a pylon. Take this path and stay on it until you reach some old farm ruins. When you are about 10 metres from the ruin there is a rocky path going left (West) up an incline into the bushes.

Follow this path as it skirts a field and leads down to a white painted shed. Turn left at the shed down a wide gravel road passing the gate of a residence. Stay on this path ignoring roads going of to the right and left until you reach the tarmac road again.

Turn right at the tarmac road for 280 metres until you reach a concrete road going left uphill. Take this road for 270m which turns into an earth track, past a store building and a pylon until you reach the tree line. The last part of this track, which has turned into a single track, is through high grass. At 270m there is a wide track going right (West). Take this track until you meet a T junction.

Turn right at the T junction and take this track back to the tarmac road. Turn left at the Tarmac road and across the bridge again back to the start.

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Gata - Vall de Cavall
2026-03-24 10:00 - 11:00

About Schmidt
2026-03-23 17:30 - 20:00 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
5:30pm doors open, for 6:00pm start (ends 8:00pm)

U3A Membership Card for entrance (free) – NO booking required

Warren Schmidt (Jack Nicholson) has led a safe, predictable life working in the insurance industry in Omaha, Nebraska for many years, yet now faces retirement. At the same time, he is forced to take a hard look at his wife, his life, and his relationship with his estranged daughter. An often hilarious seriesof events follow as Schmidt embarks on an unpredictable journey in a 35-foot motor home to attend his daughter’s wedding in Denver, Colorado.

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The History of the Masons
2026-03-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Speaker: lan Brown

Ian Brown will give us a presentation on the 1,000 year History of Freemasonry, from its Origins via its Ritual and Tradition to the Structure of Freemasonry today and a particular reference to Freemasonry in Spain.Many of us think that the Masons are very secretive but most of us know several members so here is your chance to lift the lid a little, find out a bit more and see if you recognise the chap with the blindfold!Look forward to seeing you on the 23rd

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TEULADA – Els Molins – Castellons (Thur)
2026-03-19 10:00 - 11:15 | Teulada Cemetery carpark, Camí Abiar Alta, 03725 Teulada, Alacant, 03725, Spain
Walk leaders: Keith & Val

Meeting PointTeulada at the Cemetery carpark. Use View Venue Website below for precise location. What3words: navy.bond.trouserWalking RouteDistance : 5,2 kmCamis and paths north and east of the Cemetery.TerrainWalking SurfaceMostly tarmac roads.Ascent2 km uphill 100m ascentDirections to Meeting PointFrom Teulada-Moraira:Drive to the bottom of the main dual carriageway. Turn 1st right at first roundabouts and go to the railway station;From Gata/Benissa:Take N332 until you reach the roundabout outside Teulada. Turn to Teulada and at the next roundabout, cross the roundabout to the next. Go round the roundabout, pass avenida Mediterraneo, and turn into the road for the railway station;Pass the railway station and drive up the calle Tenerife till the football stadium. Park behind the football stadium at the cemetery carpark

Walk Description

From the carpark walk past the cemetery into carrer l’Abiar. Entering the road there is a Alta Finca cateracoon the right and Almond field on the left. Continue this carrer l’Abiar(called via pista on google maps) untilyou reach a crossing, house nr 55 on the right-hand, a road to the left with a road sign ‘Radio Club’, a road tothe right and the continuation of l’Abiar straight ahead. Go straight ahead which is the road that leads tocentre of Les Fonts in Benitachell.

On the left-hand side you pass La Barraca. Continue on the road, going downhill, you pass an urbanisation onthe left-hand side ‘Residential Nature’. Now the road takes a sharp turn to the right, house sign ‘Cassita Jarra( marmelade) on the left. The road turns immediately to the left.

At the next road on the right, where the footpath ends, turn right. Continue uphill. Here it is about 30 min you are walking. Pass a sign Finca La Milagro and continue on the road until the footpath on the left ends and there is a road sharp the the right with the road sign ‘Urbanisation Els Molins’. On the lefthand side you pass a woodland. Continue on this road, ignoring 4 side road to the left. You pass the urbanisation Els Molins on the right-hand.

By the 5th side road on the left, go left, pass house ‘Las Vinas’ on the right, 10m uphill and immediately takethe right-hand side road steep uphill. You see a house with a round tower on the left. Continue on this road‘Calle Castilla de la Mota’. Enjoy the beautiful views of the scenery.

The road joins a bigger road on the left-hand at the Castellon urbanisation, to the right Cami dels Castillonstowards Teulada and to the left Calle Castillo san Fernando which leads to the CV740 Benitachell-Teulada.Go right on Cami dels Castillons.

Follow the road, passing a view of Teulada Auditorium on the left and a radio mast on the right-hand side.

When you reach the Teulada urbanisation, turn right and follow the main road which turns to the left. After200m you reach the football stadium, turn right here to reach the carpark.

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Valencia Fallas - Places Available
2026-03-18 08:00 - 2026-03-20 17:00
18- 20th March 2026Trip Leader Coral Guise-Smith and her long-suffering Husband Ray.

Due to a cancellation there are now 2 places available to experience the Fallas in Valencia this year.

Experience the Fiesta from the Heart of the City!

In March 2026 Valencia bursts into life with Las Fallas – a spectacular celebration of art, fire, and tradition like nowhere else in the world! For three unforgettable days, the city becomes a living stage of giant, colourful sculptures (ninots), breathtaking fireworks, and rhythmic parades.

What to expect:• Towering, hand-crafted sculptures that will leave you in awe• Explosive nightly fireworks and the famous Mascletà• Traditional costumes, music, and dancing in the streets• Delicious Valencian food, from paella to sweet buñuelos• The grand finale: the Cremà – where art meets fire in a blaze of gloryJoin locals and visitors from across the globe to witness a UNESCO-recognized festival that blends creativity, passion, and pure spectacle.

Only 30 exclusive places are available — staying in a central hotel . Act fast! The hotel is only holding these dates until the beginning of September, and once they’re gone, they’re gone!Accommodation is the SH Ingles Boutique (https://www.inglesboutique.com/en/) hotel. Adjacent to the city centre

Stay in the heart of the city’s old town at the Hotel SH Inglés. A boutique hotel in the centre of Valencia that provides a highly exclusive break. This renovated 18th century palace boasts an elegant design and offers comfortable rooms, an a la carte restaurant also serving Valencian paella, a breakfast buffet and so much more. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. 150 metres from the Cathedral. Rated 8.2 on booking.com 9.2 for location. 150 metres from the Cathedral.

Price

€440 per person in a double room. €715 singleIncludes Bed & Breakfast and coach to and from MorairaDeposit is €140 per person.You must reserve your place now to secure your booking

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TEULADA – Els Molins – Castellons (Tue)
2026-03-17 10:00 - 11:15 | Teulada Cemetery carpark, Camí Abiar Alta, 03725 Teulada, Alacant, 03725, Spain

March Wine Tasting
2026-03-12 17:00 - 19:30 | Hill Top Bar & Grill, Calle Móstoles, Moraira., Hill Top Carrer Móstoles, 33, 03724 Teulada, Alicante, Teulada, alicante, 03724, Spain
Marta will be presenting wines from Bodegas Bleda in Jumilla. The invitation and full details of how to book will be sent to all group members in February.

If you would like to join the group, please contact Pat & Brian on the email address below.

TEULADA – Around Railway – N332 – Canor (Thur)
2026-03-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Teulada Poligono car park, Moraira, 03725, Alicante, 03725, Spain
Walk leaders: Richard & Linda

Meeting PointTeulada Poligono car park. Use View Venue Website below for precise location. What3words: gazette.grazes.agreeWalking RouteDistance : 4,85 kmCamis and paths north and east of the N332.TerrainWalking SurfaceMostly tarmac roads. Small section of dirt/gravel path. Route crosses the N332 twice and the railway once.AscentMedium hill out of Teulada. Mostly flat.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Gata: Take N332 until you reach the roundabout outside Teulada.   Turn left and then immediately right into the commercial area.Entrance to the car park is stupidly positioned at the Teulada end wherecars leaving are most at risk!From Teulada: Drive to the bottom of the main dual carriageway.   Turn 1st right at both roundabouts and go under the railway line.   At the next roundabout, turn left, then sharp right into the car park (watchout for cars leaving the car park!).

Walk Description

There are very few road signs.    They are referenced in the description to help you coordinate with the map.

Walk to the Teulada end of the car park, turn left and go down to the nearest pedestrian crossing.    Cross and take the road opposite and immediately turn right.

Follow the road as it sweeps left.    When the tarmac ends, walk straight on.    The station is very close and visible to your right.    You now have a choiceChoice 1: The Rural Route crossing the railway

Your path angles slightly away from the station and becomes a wide dirt track.    There are fields all around. Just after the track bends left there is a turning to the right which you should take.

Continue on up as the track becomes a narrower dirt path and arrives at the railway line.    To cross the line you must go left around the barrier on each side of the line.BEWARE OF TRAINS in both directions.

On the other side, the path first looks like a field but carry on straight for a few 100m with on your right the woods on an elevation, so stay close to the field edge.    After that it is much better and soon joins Camino de la Via which is a dirt road.    At the end of Camino de la Via, you should turn left into Calle de Valencia (NS).    Go to step 13.Choice 2: Rural Route avoids crossing the railway (except at the station)

Walk to the platform and cross the line to the other platform, leave the station and turn left.

Walk up Calle de Valencia (EW) for about 130m (to the 3rd zebra crossing from the station) until you see a narrow dirt path on the left up a slight mound.

Follow this dirt path to a clearing and turn left to descend a little, a choice of paths down, choose an easy one.    Turn right at the bottom and follow the path parallel with the railway.

The path then turns right and runs parallel with Camino de la Via. Soon you will be able to descend a small terrace (2m) to join Camino de la Via.    Care is needed for the descent.

At the end of Camino de la Via, you should turn left into Calle de Valencia (NS). Go to step 13.Choice 3: The Urban Route avoids crossing the railway (except at the station)

Walk to the platform and cross the line to the other platform, leave the station and turn left.

Walk approx 450m along Calle de Valencia (EW) uphill to the crossroad and turn left.Common Route

Walk up Calle de Valencia (NS) to the crest of the hill and then down the other side.    There are greatviews ahead and to both sides.    Continue along this road until you reach a junction.

Turn left into Cami Pontet de la Via and follow the road until it goes under the railway and emerges on the N332.    The Los Almendros garden centre is to your left.    Turn left and walk in front of the garden centre for about 100 metres until you are level with the turning on the other side of the N332.    With care, cross the N332 and go down the road opposite.

You are now on Cami de la Serra.    It is mostly orange groves to your left and rough ground on the lowerslopes of the hill to your right.    Ignore the roads to the right.

Continue on until you reach a crossroads.    Straight ahead is the road to El Canor Salones.    You should turn left onto Cami d’Assagador de Canor and walk down this road taking in the pleasant views.    Ignore all side turnings.    There are a few houses dotted along this road but mostly it is uncultivated land.

At the bottom of the hill, you will reach the large roundabout on the N332.    Follow the inner road on theright past a posh boat showrooms as it curves around and heads towards Benissa.

Walk past the Creu Roja Española and when you are level with Golf Med turn left to cross the N332.    At this point it is easier to cross the concrete gully that runs alongside the N332.    Carefully, cross the Benissa-bound lane to the sharp end of the central reservation and the cross the Gata-bound lane to the pavement beyond.    Turn left and walk past the Bertomeu electrical shop and bend right to return to the car park area.

There is a bar (El Poligono) on the right just past the fuel station and next to the Toyota dealer.

TEULADA – Around Railway – N332 – Canor (Tue)
2026-03-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Teulada Poligono car park, Moraira, 03725, Alicante, 03725, Spain

The Substance
2026-03-09 18:00 - 20:25 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
5:30pm doors open, for 6:00pm start (ends 8:25pm)

U3A Membership Card for entrance (free) – NO booking required

Fading actress Elisabeth Sparkle becomes distressed when her chauvinistic boss fires her from her aerobics show. She decides to inject herself with a mysterious black-market serum, a cell-replicating substance that promises a younger, better version of herself; still her, only better in every way. Whowouldn’t want to try the new product. What could possibly go wrong?

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BENISSA – Cemetery SENIJA COUNTRY LANES (Thur)
2026-03-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Carpark in front of the Benissa cemetery, Partida Canor, 24, 03720, Alacant, 03720
Walk leaders: Keith & Val

Meeting PointCarpark in front of the Benissa cemetery close to the A7 entrance gate.Use View Venue Website below for precise location. What3words: referrals.debility.skinfoldWalking RouteDistance: 4 kmAround the country lanes between Benissa and Senija, through orchards of olives , Almonds, oranges and vineyards.TerrainWalking surfaceMostly well made surfaces (tarmac) road, through the fields.Ascent30m ascent over 2kmDirections to Meeting PointComing from Teulada, take the N332 towards Benissa. About 1km after the Benissa (Pedrera) trading estate take the slip road signposted for Benissa (Nort) and AP7. When you reach the roundabout take the first (almost immediate) exit for the cementeri.THE ROADWORKS IN THE FOLLOWING AREA ARE NOT COMPLETE SO THE DIRECTIONS MAY CHANGE:After about 200m turn left (signposted cementeri). Follow this road and turn left just after the communal bins area.Continue along this road until the next junction (with a traffic island), turn right and follow the signs to the cementeri, turning right into the road “Assagador de Canor”. Park at the cementeri car park.

Walk Description

Walk back towards the motorway along Assagador de Canor and turn right at the T-junction into the rougher Cami de Valencia. Follow this road parallel with the motorway.

You will pass a green electricity building on your left and shortly afterwards you should turn sharp left onto a gravel track (the “motorway path” on the map). Soon this becomes a dirt track but it is wide enough for a car. It runs parallel to the AP7 and very close to it.

When you reach Tunnel N, turn right and walk through the short tunnel under the AP7. When you emerge at the other end, turn right and then sharp left to join (soon) a tarmac road (which I labeled as “Cami Tunnel N” on the map). Walk through this pleasant area to the T-junction.

Turn right onto “Cami Senija Nord” (my name) and walk up hill towards Senija. There are fields on either side. When you reach Senija (last stretch is steep), turn left into Av de Les Corts Valenciannes. Walk on to a triangular opening on the right. You now have a choice!Full walk – through Senija Town Centre

Turn right and enter the town. Then turn right again into Calle Virgen de los Desamparados.

Walk to the end and turn left and then left again. Walk down Calle Santisimso Cristo which soon becomes Calle de Santa Cruz. Continue to the end and turn left onto the main road (CV745).

Approx 100m on, turn left again back onto Av de Les Corts Valenciannes. Goto step 9 Walk down “Cami Senija Sud” and very soon you reach a junction. Here you have a choice!.

Shortcut – Avoid town centre, continue on Av de Les Corts Valenciannes and just before you reachthe main road (CV745), turn left into “Cami Senija Sud” (unsigned – my name).Both Choices.

Walk down “Cami Senija Sud” and very soon you reach a junction. Here you have a choice!Full Walk

Turn sharp left walk until you reach a T-junction with “Cami Senija Medio” (my name). Turn right and walk past Senija Cementeri. After passing a water treatment plant on the right, there is a wide concrete track on the right opposite a finca. Turn down this track (called “Cross Track” on the map).

This track leads back to “Cami Senija Sud”. Turn left onto “Cami Senija Sud”. Goto step 13 Both choices.

Shortcut – Bear right and continue down “Cami Senija Sud” until you reach the Tunnel S.Both Choices.

Walk to the motorway and through Tunnel S. On the other side, turn left and walk along “Motorway road Sud”. Follow it around a wide sweeping curve and then turn left to go under the AP7 Access road. This will lead you back to the junction with a traffic island. Turn left and walk along until you reach the right hand turn back to the cementeri and the car park.

BENISSA – Cemetery SENIJA COUNTRY LANES (Tue)
2026-03-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Carpark in front of the Benissa cemetery, Partida Canor, 24, 03720, Alacant, 03720

JESUS POBRE - Marriot to the Woods west of Jesus Pobre (Thur)
2026-02-26 10:00 - 11:10 | Marriott Hotel, Partida Alquería Ferrando, 6, 03749 Dénia, Alicante, 03749, Spain
Walk leaders: Mike & Val

Meeting PointMarriot Hotel, car park next to driving range.Use View Venue Website below for Marriott location. Parking What3words: farmhouse.doorframe.sippedWalking RouteDistance : 4,1 kmCamis and tracks through the woods west of Jesus Pobre.TerrainWalking SurfaceTarmac minor roads, dirt paths, rough section through woods. (alternative easier route for some walkers).AscentMedium ascents and descents on tarmac. Short sections of rough ascents/descents in the woods.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira: Take the road from to Benitachell . Turn right at the traffic lights and drive to Javea(CV740) to the Ferrobox roundabout(carretera gata crossing). Turn left here on the CV734 towards Gata;From Javea: Leave Jávea on the CV734 towards Gata.,going straight on at the Ferrobox roundaboutAll: Turn right at the FOURTH roundabout onto the CV738 towards Jesus Pobre. Go through Jesus Pobre and at the “T” junction turn left. After 1 km turn left into the Marriot Hotel/golf complex. Continue straight down to the bottom of the road and turn left at the junction. Go past the back of the hotel on your left and then turn right alongside the driving range. Go to the end and park.

Walk Description

Walk away from the driving range into the trees. The tarmac road narrows and ignore any side roads/paths.

On the left you reach a property with faded black iron railings, continue past these and round the left hand bend at the bottom of the hill.

Continue up this tarmac road (which steepens gradually) until reaching the road from Jesus Pobre. On the right is a house with painted fish on its wall.

Turn left towards Jesus Pobre. After 30m just past a house on the right, turn right down a steep hill recentlytarmaced.

As the hill begins to level out there is a small casita on the left and a gravel track. Take this track.AT THIS POINT IF YOU ARE NOT THAT AGILE A WALK LEADER WILL TAKE YOU ON AN ALTERNATIVE ROUTE.

The track continues for 50m before turning right. It then reaches a clearing with a low stone wall and a higherwall above. Take the route up to the higher wall and turn sharp right.

This section of the walk is along a narrow track with rises and falls through the terraces. We have marked theroute with blue spray paint.

After about 400m this narrow path meets a wider gravel path, turn slightly left along it and shortly the gravelpath meets the road. At this point we meet the walkers who have taken the easier route, and we turn right alongthe road.

After passing the road on the left that goes under the railway turn right up the hill (ignore the road immediatelyright with the “No Horses sign).

The road is steepish uphill but at the first right-hand bend turn left down a narrow road going downhill past some houses. At the end of this road (a dead end), turn right along a narrow track along a terrace.

The track comes out on the road near where you started! Turn left.

Just after the right hand bend, with the faded black railings of the house on the right, go left over the chain andfollow this path round the edge of the golf course, returning to the road 100m before the parking

JESUS POBRE - Marriot to the Woods west of Jesus Pobre (Tue)
2026-02-24 10:00 - 11:10 | Marriott Hotel, Partida Alquería Ferrando, 6, 03749 Dénia, Alicante, 03749, Spain

3:10 to Yuma
2026-02-23 18:00 - 20:05 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
5:30pm doors open, for 6:00pm start (ends 8:05pm)

U3A Membership Card for entrance (free) – NO booking required

In Arizona in the late 1800’s, infamous outlaw Ben Wade (Russell Crowe) and his vicious gang of thieves and murderers have plagued the Southern Railroad. When Wade is captured, Civil War veteran Dan Evans (Christian Bale), struggling to survive on his drought-plagued ranch and desperate for money, volunteers to deliver him alive to the 3:10 to Yuma, a train that will take the killer to trial. On the trail, Evans and Wade, each from very different worlds, begin to earn each other’s grudging respect. But with Wade’s outfit ontheir trail – and dangers at every turn – the mission soon becomes a perilous journey where honour and loyalty clash with far-reaching consequences.

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The History of The Samurai
2026-02-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Salón de Actos, Espai La Senieta, Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 8, Moraira, Alicante, 03724, Spain
Spèaker: John Hopwood

To Understand The Background And Emergence Of The Samurai We Must Look At Japan’s Early History, Mainly From Around The Year 800ad.

Everyone Knows Something About The Samurai. The Literal Translation Means One Who Serves.

For Many Years, They Were The Warrior Class In Japan And Whilst They Had A Tradition Of Gallantry, They Were Sometimes Quite Ruthless And They Also Had The Right To Kill Anyone Who They Thought Did Not Show Them Sufficient Respect.

This Led To The Development Of What Was Called Bushido – Or, The Way Of The Warrior – By Which The Samurai Maintained Both Their Moral And Military Values Through Training And With The Sword. Codes Of Behaviour Evolved Around The Samurai Tradition Of Absolute Loyalty And Willingness To Die For One’s Master.

The Samurai Were The Warrior Class In Japan From Around The Year 1150 And They Continued For Approximately Seven Hundred Years During The Period When Shoguns Ruled Japan Until The Mid Eighteen Hundreds – So To The Mid 19th Century – When They Were Mostly Disbanded Because In 1868 The Shogun Of That Time Abdicated In Favour Of The Emperor.

PARCENT – Country Walk (Thur)
2026-02-19 10:00 - 11:10 | Restaurant Tramonti, Carretera de Pego-Benidorm, 16, 03792 Parcent, Alicante, 03792, Spain
Walk leaders: George & Jill

Meeting PointPark in the Tramonti Restaurant car park. What3words: bestsellers.query.treblesWalking RouteDistance : 4,8 kmAround the village and country lanes of Parcent, through orchards of Almonds, Olives , Mandarins and Oranges and pine wood.TerrainWalking SurfaceMostly well made surfaces (tarmac, concrete), some dirt road, some trail through the pine wood.Ascent50m undulating, a few steep streets in the village, one short steep slope of 100m in the pine wood.Directions to Meeting PointComing from Teulada, take the N332 towards Benissa. About 1km after the Benissa (Pedrera) trading estate stay on the new N332 Benissa bye-pass. After about 2km. take the slip road signposted for CV749 – Pinas and CV750 Xalo (Jalon). At the roundabout take the 1st exit to Xalo (Jalon) / Alcalali CV750. Drive through Jalon towards Alcalali and turn left at the junction in Alcalali, towards Parcent. At the T junction as you enter Parcent turn left. Continue 100m and on the right side is the restaurant Tramonti. As of February 2026 the restaurant appears to be closed so the car park can be used.

Walk Description

Going towards Pego from the meeting point, take the first road on the right ‘Av de la Constitucio’. Walkdown this road which changes into Calle L’era until you reach a T-junction, go left here(carrer l’ embut)and take the first right(carrer de les Quintanes). Continue this road, passing 2 crossings, until you reach aT-junction( the last part of the road is a very narrow aisle), go right here.

You reach the main road ‘ Avenida de Denia’ Alcalali-Parcent. Across the road 10m to the left, starts a small path on the right side. Follow this path which crosses a riverbed. After 100m the path joins with a dirt-road coming from the right. Continue left.

After 70m you reach a Y-junction with another tarmac road coming from the left. Continue straight ahead and follow this road for 1km and ignore the 2 tarmac roads on the right-hand side. Here you walk through orchards of oranges, mandarins, and almonds.From here there 2 choicesA- Route for dry weather:

After 1km, about 15min, You reach a crossing with another tarmac road. Go right here towards the mountains and follow this road for 800m. The road start climbing slowly, changes to gravel and becomes slowly narrower.

After 700m you pass a house with an entry arch with chain on the left. Continue for 100m until you see the building on the right-hand side( last house on this road, completely fenced). Just before, there is a small path sharp left. Turn left here.

Continue on the path which winds slowly up to join the bigger path. Go right here at the junction.

Follow the path through the pine wood for 500m until you reach a T-junction. Go right here. On the way, you pass a house on the right-hand side and as the path widens there to a dirt-road. Enjoy the views of the Parcent valley and Parcent on the hill. At the right time in February several beautiful wild flowers are spotted here.

Continue this road now for 1km, ignore all paths to left and right and continue downhill until you reach the main road to Parcent. Cross the main road into the road ahead uphill into Parcent where you pass a blue house. Take the first small road on the left and continue this road until the T-junction. Here you go left and the first right into Calle de l’Era.

Follow the Calle L’era, you pass restaurant ‘Era’ and continue straight ahead. You pass Bar/restaurant “EL Progres”, (where you can have a coffee) and at the end of the road you are back at the main road Pego-Benidorm. Go left and 100m ahead back at the starting point on the left side.B- Route after wet weatherAfter par.3 on the main route:

After 1 Km about 15 min., you reach a crossing with another tarmac road. Go right here and follow the road for 600m, passing one turning on the right.

Take the second turning on the right. To the left is a fence with black plastic sheeting, and on the left ahead is a notice for ‘Mosquira Camping’. Turn before this sign.

Go up this tarmac/gravel road and after a short distance it bends left. Continue round the bend and very shortly turn right on to a gravel track.

The track is wide and level, keep on it ignoring any junctions. Eventually it turns right (at this turn there is a dog compound) and goes downhill.

After passing a finca (sofa outside) on the right a junction is reached. Turn left here.

This wide track will lead you back to the original route where you turn right towards Parcent.

Continue this road now, ignore all paths to left and right and continue downhill until you reach the main road to Parcent. Cross the main road into the road ahead uphill into Parcent where you pass a blue house. Take the first small road on the left and continue this road until the T-junction. Here you go left and the first right into Calle de l’Era.

Follow the Calle L’era, you pass restaurant ‘Era’ and continue straight ahead. You pass Bar/restaurant “EL Progres”, (where you can have a coffee) and at the end of the road you are back at the main road Pego-Benidorm. Go left and 100m ahead back at the starting point on the left side

IKEA & CONDOMINA SHOPPING CENTRE - MURCIA
2026-02-18 08:30 - 18:30
Trip Leaders: Jacqui Bayliss & Amanda Jordan

The Nueva Condomina is the perfect shopping experience containing many outlets such as C&A, H&M, & Primark, as well as a selection of restaurants and snack areas. On the outskirts of the Mall, a short stroll away, there are numerous other outlets e.g. Media Markt etc.

Whether you are re-vamping your kitchen or searching for small decorative items, then Ikea is the place to visit. You will also be able to recharge your batteries by visiting the Ikea restaurant. The restaurant is open all day long whether it be for a cup of coffee, a satisfying salad or, of course, a plate of your favourite meatballs.

If you don’t wish to shop, you can take the tram which runs approximately every 15 minutes from the Shopping Mall into the centre of Murcia city.

Both shopping areas have something for everyone, so enjoy the day out with your friends and the U3A.

We will depart Moraira at 8:30. First stop will be Nueva Condomina followed by Ikea, where the coach will remain until 1pm. It will then do a changeover, giving you the choice of visiting both areas.

The coach will leave Ikea at 4pm, arriving at Condomina at approximately 4.15 to pick up the rest of the group. Please be there 10 mins before departure time.

This trip is available to U3A Members. Non-members can join here (10€). If the coach is not fully booked some places may be made available to non-members.

Jacqui Bayliss

travel-jacqui@u3amoraira-teulada.org

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February Dining Out
2026-02-17 19:00 - 22:30
The next Dining Out event will be on Tuesday, 17th February 2026 at Restaurante Attico in Javea. The menu and details of how to book will be sent to all group members on Monday, 2nd February at 9:30 a.m. (Spanish time). The hosts will be John & Meri Snell.

If you would like to join the group, please email John & Meri Snell, Group Leaders group-diningout@u3amoraira-teulada.org

PARCENT – Country Walk (Tue)
2026-02-17 10:00 - 11:10 | Restaurant Tramonti, Carretera de Pego-Benidorm, 16, 03792 Parcent, Alicante, 03792, Spain

BENITACHELL – Cumbre Del Sol: Around the Granadella National Park (Thur)
2026-02-12 10:00 - 11:10 | Cumbre Del Sol calle Dalias, el Cim del Sol, Alicante, Gata de Gorgos, Valencian Community, 03726, Spain
Walk leaders: Jan & Ian

DurationFull: 1 hr 25. (6 kms) / Avoid Deep Gorge: 1 hr 10. (5.2 kms)Meeting PointCumbre Del Sol calle Dalias behind the Information Centre (Benitachell side).Use View Venue Website below for precise location. What3words: puddles.thinking.plinthWalking RouteDistance : 5 kmfull 6 km / short 5,2 kmTerrainWalking SurfaceSome rough gravel tracks. Major hills are concrete roads.AscentTwo major hills to descend and ascend.Directions to Meeting PointFrom Moraira:Turn right at Benitachell traffic lights. At the next traffic lights turn right up the hill to Cumbre.From Jávea:Go to Benitachell and turn left at traffic lights after Mas y Mas. Follow road up the long hill.After the sharp right hand bend at the top, go down the hill, past the information centre on the right, U-turn and pass the other information centre and immediately turn sharp right into the side road behind the centre. Park here.

Walk Description

Walk up the slight hill away from the cars.

At the end of this road, turn left and then left again.

After 20 metres, take the track to the right. Go under/over/around the chained entrance to the Park. 50 metres down this track, it turns sharply to the right.

The track is concreted as it bends to descend the hill. Eventually it will become a better gravel path.

Follow this track “Travesia Sud de Parc” for about 2 kilometres enjoying the views. There are no paths or tracks joining your route on this section. There is a deep valley to your right.

Eventually the track reaches a viewing point that overlooks Granadella playa to the front and right (although you cannot see the actual beach). There is even a stone bench here.

The track turns sharp left at this point and then becomes a concrete road just before it descends steeply to the barranca below.

At this stage you have a choice.Choice 1 (to avoid the main hills)

The path ahead is very steep down to the barranc and then back up again, followed by a steep ascent later on. If you don’t want to do this, then you can turn around and retrace your footsteps back to the car. The views on the return include those awful terraces of apartments near the top of Cumbre, so you might need dark sunglasses.

You will have to climb the steep hill back to the Park entrance. When you reach a T-junction with a tarmac road, turn left, then right and right again to return to the Info Centre.Choice 2 ( Full walk)

To continue on, descend to the bottom of the (normally dry) barranc via “Deep Gorge Cami”. The concrete surface has small stones scattered about so care is needed.

Turn sharp left to continue on up the “Deep Gorge Cami” concrete road back up the other side. This is a verysteep descent and ascent, but taken slowly (10 mins total), it is not difficult.

Once you have regained the altitude you lost on the descent, the road changes back into a track. Follow it until it joins another track at a T-junction.

Follow the “Travesia Nord de Parc” track across a level area before it starts another ascent up a long steep concrete hill (well mostly concrete, but the higher parts are rough and rocky!).

This will level out and lead you across a picturesque part of the park with views to the sea on your left and toMontgo on your right.

Eventually the track will lead to another chained entrance as you leave the Park and reach a parking area.Just before the main road (~20 metres) there is a dirt path to the left that cuts the corner and emerges onto the main road [If you cannot find the path then continue straight on].

When you reach the main road, turn left and walk down the slight hill back to the Info Centre on the right.
