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Throughout the whole of June Day trips to Ibiza and Formentera Take advantage of the day trips that the Balearic Islands offer to take a quick excursion and gain first-hand knowledge of the islands.

Tel: 96 285 82 05 Viajes Simeón Calle Alcalde Francisco Llorca, 11. Tel: 96 285 88 30 Viajes Punto Cero Calle Pare Antoni Salelles, 10. Tel: 96 295 01 97 Viajes El Corte Inglés Calle Major, 36.

rumbitas. Venue: Restaurante Kiko Port More information: www.kikoport.

1 Throughout the whole of June Day trips to Ibiza and Formentera Take advantage of the day trips that the Balearic Islands offer to take a quick excursion and gain first-hand knowledge of the islands. Do not forego the pleasure of travelling and discovering new places. Go for it! Information and ticket sales in Oliva s travel agencies: Viajes Costa Mediterránea Crta Gabriel Ciscar, 58. Tel: Viajes Simeón Calle Alcalde Francisco Llorca, 11. Tel: Viajes Punto Cero Calle Pare Antoni Salelles, 10. Tel: Viajes El Corte Inglés Calle Major, 36. Tel: Friday 1 st Flamenkiko Nights 22:00h On the first Friday of every month, get ready to enjoy the best of the Mediterranean while savouring an excellent dinner and dancing the best rumbitas. Venue: Restaurante Kiko Port More information: Saturday 2 nd Festive music charity concert 18:00h Benefit concert organised by the Moros y Cristianos foundation, in partnership with the city of Oliva and the Red Cross. The musical pieces that the Musical Arts Association of Oliva will perform will be part of the new festive music CD Vamos de Fiesta II, which goes on sale on July 7th. More information:

From 2 nd to 24 th June Regional Tourist Trails Our programme of guided tours through the regions of Vall d Albaida, Ribera Alta, Ribera Baja and Safor will take you on a journey through different

2 routes per day + snack + welcome gift = 5 per person More information: www.mancomunitat-safor.es Tel.

home-grown produce (fruit and vegetables), clothes, footwear and several other goods. We also recommend a visit to the Town Market, open Monday to Saturday before noon.

2 From 2 nd to 24 th June Regional Tourist Trails Our programme of guided tours through the regions of Vall d Albaida, Ribera Alta, Ribera Baja and Safor will take you on a journey through different cultures, histories and traditions. You ll discover the inland, the coast and a wide range of opportunities for tourists in participating towns. 2 routes per day + snack + welcome gift = 5 per person More information: Tel.: Friday 1 st,8 th,22 nd and Thursday 14 th, 28 th Market Day 08:30h Oliva s market is one of the most famous in the province of Valencia, every Friday offering a wide range of home-grown produce (fruit and vegetables), clothes, footwear and several other goods. We also recommend a visit to the Town Market, open Monday to Saturday before noon. Let yourself get taken away by the uniqueness of the building and the quality of the products on offer! Venue: Paseo Luís Vives Friday 1 st,8 th,15 th,22 nd,29 th Every Friday is tapas night 20:00h Throughout Oliva, there are bars and restaurants offering a wide range of tapas dishes to the delight of our visitors, such as in Sant Francesc and Sant Vincent, in the old town and along our beaches and promenades. Everyone is invited to indulge in the delights of tapas in a pleasant, family-oriented atmosphere. Tuesday 5 th,12 th, 19 th, 26 th Enjoy a game of Raspall 17:00h Raspall is a sport that used to be played on the streets of many villages. It is still played in Oliva and attracts new fans every day. Come down to the pelota court every Tuesday to enjoy games for fans and professionals. Venue: Oliva Pelota Court (Paseo Francisco Brines, no house number) Organised by: Oliva Pelota Club Facebook: Club Pilota Oliva

Tuesday 5 th,12 th, 19 th, 26 th Cinema at Teatro Olimpia Discount Day Enjoy the best films and latest premières with new digital cinema technology: surround sound and digital 2k resolution the

com Facebook: Cine Olimpia Wednesday 13 th, 27 th Guided tour through the district of Oliva This walk will take us through the streets of the old walled town of Oliva and the Moorish Raval.

We ll also visit the stately buildings of the Archaeological and Ethnological Museums and House Mayans, and learn about the lives of famous people like Count Serafin de Centelles, the illustrious

3 Tuesday 5 th,12 th, 19 th, 26 th Cinema at Teatro Olimpia Discount Day Enjoy the best films and latest premières with new digital cinema technology: surround sound and digital 2k resolution the latest in screening technology. Venue: Teatro Olimpia. C/ Mayor, 18 Listings: Facebook: Cine Olimpia Wednesday 13 th, 27 th Guided tour through the district of Oliva This walk will take us through the streets of the old walled town of Oliva and the Moorish Raval. We ll learn about its history and key buildings, such as the Sugar Mill, the Santa Maria Church and the Palace of the Counts of Oliva. We ll also visit the stately buildings of the Archaeological and Ethnological Museums and House Mayans, and learn about the lives of famous people like Count Serafin de Centelles, the illustrious Gregori Mayans and the politician Gabriel Císcar. Information and registration: Tourist Info Oliva Paseo Luis Vives no house number (next to the Town Market) Tel: oliva@touristinfo.net Thursday 7 th,14 th,21 st,28 th Cinema Club every Thursday! Enjoy the best films and latest premières with new digital cinema technology: surround sound and digital 2k resolution the latest in screening technology. Venue: Teatro Olimpia. C/ Mayor, 18 Listings: Facebook: Cine Olimpia Saturday 9 th X Baixada de Carretons d Oliva (10 th Oliva Soapbox Derby) 10:00h 11:00h A leisure activity designed to inspire the imagination and creativity of the participants, as well as promote the Raval neighbourhood. The prize-winning carts will be displayed at the Fira del Motor i Maquinaria Industrial (Industrial Motor and Machinery Fair). Venue: Plaça del Penyot

Saturday 9 th VI Trobada Canina Solidària 18:00h (6 th Annual Charity Dog Event) Starting at 6pm, don t miss the popular dog race, dog show, police demonstrations and many other activities organised

Ballet live from the Royal Opera House (London) Experience the finest works on the big screen and in high definition. Tickets on sale before the screening and during cinema opening times.

com Facebook: Cine Olimpia From June 15 th to 17 th Fira i Festes d Oliva 2018 (Oliva Fair and Festival 2018) The Tio de la Porra s visit to all of the schools signifies the end of the school year

4 Saturday 9 th VI Trobada Canina Solidària 18:00h (6 th Annual Charity Dog Event) Starting at 6pm, don t miss the popular dog race, dog show, police demonstrations and many other activities organised by and for our animal friends. Venue: Zona del Centre Polivalent Organiser: Vedama, animal protection society. Tuesday 12 th Swan Lake by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov. Ballet live from the Royal Opera House (London) Experience the finest works on the big screen and in high definition. Tickets on sale before the screening and during cinema opening times. Venue: Teatro Olimpia. C/ Mayor, 18 Listings: Facebook: Cine Olimpia From June 15 th to 17 th Fira i Festes d Oliva 2018 (Oliva Fair and Festival 2018) The Tio de la Porra s visit to all of the schools signifies the end of the school year and marks the beginning of this year s festival. Experience a weekend full of activities, music and entertainment! Venue: Paseo y Parc de l Estació Information: www. Friday 15 th Arsenal Remember Festival 20:15h 23:30h A celebration to relive the great musical moments of the Arsenal nightclub in Oliva and its most-famous DJ, the iconic Chimo Bayo. This action-packed evening will feature performances from some of the most outstanding musicians of the 90s. Venue: Parc de l Estació

Sunday 17 th 4 th League Regatta 2018 11:30h Come down to the marina on Sunday to watch this year s marvellous League Regatta.

More information: Oliva Sailing Club http://www.

The Grand Final will take place at 8pm at the Parc de l Estació More information: www.

5 Sunday 17 th 4 th League Regatta :30h Come down to the marina on Sunday to watch this year s marvellous League Regatta. The fleet of yachts will stretch out across the Pau Pi, Aigua Blanca and Rabdells beaches it s sure to be a fantastic sailing experience! More information: Oliva Sailing Club Cançó d Oliva Festival (Oliva Song Festival) A competition for new and amateur singers that is included in this year s Fair and Festivals of Oliva programme. The Grand Final will take place at 8pm at the Parc de l Estació More information: www. From June 22 nd to 24 th Spain Kiteboarding League During this weekend, Oliva will become the Spanish capital of kitesurfing, to celebrate the second round of the Spanish Kiteboarding League, the Freestyle and Strapless Spanish Cup. More information: Saturday 23 rd Noche de San Juan (Saint John s Eve) You can enjoy the popular bonfires stretching along almost 10km of the beach. A magical night where you make wishes by bathing your feet in the sea. More information: www.

Sunday 24 th 13:00h Flamenco Show A fantastic equestrian show featuring purebred Andalusian horses, lunch and

Information and booking: Restaurante Viva España Tel: 96 285 19 31 From June 29 th to July 1 st The 29 th

will be located along the line formed by the Luis Vives, Jaume I and Alcalde Juan Sancho avenues.

6 Sunday 24 th 13:00h Flamenco Show A fantastic equestrian show featuring purebred Andalusian horses, lunch and flamenco dancing. Information and booking: Restaurante Viva España Tel: From June 29 th to July 1 st The 29 th Industrial Motor and Machinery Fair The 29 th annual Motor Fair will boast 18,000 metres of exhibitions and will be located along the line formed by the Luis Vives, Jaume I and Alcalde Juan Sancho avenues. Sectors such as the automobile, moped, industrial vehicle, nautical, gardening and agriculture come together at this festival which not only attracts buyers and sellers but is also a fantastic leisure activity. Information: www.

Discover Oliva s surroundings Our city s surroundings have a lot to offer. We ll suggest some different options so that you can discover them a bit more. The journey s getting started. Are you coming?

7 Discover Oliva s surroundings Our city s surroundings have a lot to offer. We ll suggest some different options so that you can discover them a bit more. The journey s getting started. Are you coming? Routes through Oliva There are 6 routes which will allow you to enjoy Oliva s nature and landscapes. Two have footpaths, another two are also suitable for bikes and two are semi-urban. Walk among aromatic plants, unique trees such as kermes oaks and walnut trees, orange fields and the Marjal Pego-Oliva Natural Park. Puig del Frare and Font Maria Rosa trail The Font de Maria Rosa trail is one of the most unique within the municipality of Oliva, and it also passes through the municipalities of Villalonga and La Font d en Carròs. The route begins in the Panorama II residential area and rises to the top of Puig del Frare, one of the highest points in Oliva where you ll be able to contemplate magnificent views of the coasts of surrounding regions La Safor and La Marina. Starting point: Panorama II residential area Distance: 2.5 km Duration: 1 hour Difficulty: Medium Puig Covatelles trail This interesting route begins in the Panorama II residential area and leads to the top of Puig de Covatelles. Throughout the course of the trail, you ll be able to see typically Mediterranean forests, as well as some rural constructions of interest. Starting point: Panorama II residential area Distance: 2.4 km Duration: 1 hour Difficulty: Medium Climb to the Castillo de Santa Anna You can start this route at Calle del Niño. After 50 metres, we ll branch off into Calle de la Subida del Calvario and immediately start the climb along the footpath which leads to the Castillo de Santa Anna [St. Anna s Castle]. Once we ve reached the top of the mountain, you ll be able to make out some magnificent panoramic views of the historic centre, beaches and the Marjal Pego-Oliva Natural Park. Starting point: Calle Calvario Distance: 1 km Duration: 20 minutes Difficulty: Low

Cycling routes La Safor nature trail From Oliva to Gandia This trail runs through the old route of the Carcaixent-Dénia railway line, considered to be Spain s oldest narrow-gauge railway (1864) which

8 Cycling routes La Safor nature trail From Oliva to Gandia This trail runs through the old route of the Carcaixent-Dénia railway line, considered to be Spain s oldest narrow-gauge railway (1864) which was constructed for the orange and silk trade. You can start the trail in Oliva at the end of Paseo de Joan Fuster, following the cycle path towards the municipality of Piles. It s a straight and comfortable route, during which you ll be able to see irrigation systems in the plots of land reserved for orange trees. The route continues to the town of Gandia. Once you re there, you ll be able to go on to the Parque de la Estación, where you can find an old locomotive, restored and exhibited as a sculpture. Starting point: Oliva-Gandia cycle path Distance: 6.5 km Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Difficulty: Low Bike ride through Xiricull This trail begins at the crossroads between Paseo de Ladrillares and Camí de la Carrasca. It s a slightly sloping route along the Les Mines area and starts to climb once you reach Pujalet, until you arrive at La Font del Xiricull. You can return to Oliva by taking the Santa Fe route, passing through the Cavall Bernat mountain. Starting point: Paseo Ladrillares Distance: 5 km Duration: 2 hours Difficulty: Medium Bike ride to the Font Salada and Marjal Pego-Oliva Natural Park This route starts at the Gabriel Cicar college. It runs along a flat path among orange trees through Camí Vell de Pego. By turning off onto L Aigüera de Sant Josep, you ll reach the Font Salada thermal water spring. This is an excellent place to take a bath and relax in its renowned medicinal waters. From Font Salada, we ll also be able to enter the Marjal Pego-Oliva Natural Park and even reach Calapatar by following the course of the river Bullent. This is a perfect habitat for such unique endemisms as the Valencia toothcarp and other species which live in the park. Starting point: Colegio Alfadalí Distance: 6.8 km Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes Difficulty: Low

9 Fira i Festes Oliva I 6 S 15, 1 DIE FIRA GASTRONÒMICA DE LES ASSOCIACIONS al passeig de Lluís Vives. FIRA ARTESANA I MERCAT TEMÀTIC al passeig de l Alcalde Juan Sancho. FIRA D ATRACCIONS a l aparcament situat entre el passeig de l Alcalde Juan Sancho i el carrer d Isabel de Villena. FIRA INFANTIL a la parada de taxis (passeig de Lluís Vives). 4

Tuesday 1 st. Open day at the Sailing Club. From 1 st to 3 rd May. Crosses of May Exhibition. Tuesday 1 st,8 th,15 th,22 nd,29 th

Tuesday 1 st. Open day at the Sailing Club. From 1 st to 3 rd May. Crosses of May Exhibition. Tuesday 1 st,8 th,15 th,22 nd,29 th Tuesday 1 st Open day at the Sailing Club 09:00h Come and try out the club s facilities and enjoy the sea in a rowing boat. Free activity. Rowing area of Oliva Sailing Club http://www.nautic/ From 1 st