Gata de Gorgos
El Montgo mountain taken from Gata de Gorgos by echiner1's. under licence
The old Spanish Town of Gata de Gorgos is located on the River Gorgos, up river from Javea on the coast and next to the AP7 East coast Motorway (Autopista del Mediterrani). It is a quaint town with narrow streets and loads of artisan shops selling the local craft products and food.
Lemon Express
Gata de Gorgos used to be the destination of the Lemon Express tourist train.This old train has stopped running for safety reasons, but the same magical route through impressive mountainous country can be experienced by the modern Costa Blanca Tram on Route 9 Benidorm - Denia
River Gorgos
The River Gorgos, also known further upstream as the Jallon, dry in summer, and a raging torrent after winter rains, has formed a deep gorge and a tourist attraction through the town.
Gata's famous Craftware
The town, Gata, is renowned for.
- It's basket weaving and wickerwork craftsmanship using rushes, canes and bamboos.
- Rustic furniture
- Locally grown grapes . Being a grape growing region it also is a wine producing area
- Locally grown almonds, visit in late January to early February to see the almond trees in full blossom, presenting a sea of pink and white flowers.
- Glassware
- Guitars
All these products can be seen in and outside many of shops in the main street and throughout the town.
Bus Stop & Taxis
The bus stop, and Taxis are are in Plaza Nueva
Museum
Municipal Archaeology Museum, Penyo 10, Gata de Gorgos
Churches
Chapel of the Santísimo Cristo
Parochial Church of San Miguel Arcangel
Two small interesting churches.
Guitar Factory in Gata de Gorgos
Visit the factory and see is craftsmen making guitars which have an international reputation wor the beauty and amazing sound qualities. There is also an exibition of different guitar styles
Walking
The area is very popular with walkers and there are some stunning walks through the countyside and mountains to the south.
