The Town Council of Poble Nou de Benitatxell, through the Department of TourismA guided tour program has been launched to showcase the Cova de les Morretes, an ethnological site that has been transformed into a seaside museum. This enclave, located on the Cliff Route overlooking the Mediterranean, was for decades a refuge for fishermen, farmers, and smugglers, and is now reclaiming its history. history and memory with the aim of promoting the local historical and ethnological heritage. Visits are currently available on demand until next September 5.
A refuge with centuries of history
The Cova de les Morretes, nestled along the Cliff Route and overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, holds within its stone walls the stories of those who made it their home and refuge. For decades, it served as a shelter for fishermen, farmers working the adjacent land, and smugglers who took advantage of the coastal terrain to hide their merchandise. This ambitious restoration and enhancement project began at the end of 2022.
The discovery of a treasure
Following the consolidation of the structure and the restoration of elements such as the stable and a large communal outdoor oven, the project recently concluded with the installation of interpretive panels. During the initial phases of excavation and archaeological restoration, carried out in 2023An extraordinary discovery came to light: a 19th-century hoard consisting of 67 Spanish coins, dated between 1869 y 1879, probably hidden by smugglers of the time.
An accessible museum experience
This museum intervention not only explains the domestic use and daily life inside the cave, but also pays tribute to the memory of the encesers or Cingle FisheriesThe interpretive panels were financed by the Destination Tourism Sustainability Plan, with European Next Generation EU funds. Special emphasis has been placed on universal accessibility: the panels include realistic illustrations of great educational value, texts in Valencian and Spanish, a digital link to content in English, as well as an inclusive panel with easy-to-read text, pictograms, Braille, and a relief map.
How to visit the Cova de les Morretes
Guided tours will be available until next September 5From Tuesday to Saturday in the morning (exact time to be arranged with the Tourist Office). This is a group tour on demand for a minimum of [number of participants]. 5 peopleIt is essential to make a reservation in advance by calling or sending a WhatsApp message to 645 08 17 91 or writing an email to turisme@elpoblenoudebenitatxell.com.
A legacy for the future of tourism
The Tourism Department encourages both local residents and visitors to enjoy this initiative. As the councilor for the area has emphasized, Víctor Bisquert“This is a unique cultural experience that combines the majestic landscape of our cliffs and coves with the dissemination of the historical and ethnological legacy of Poble Nou de Benitatxell, allowing us to highlight the memory of our ancestors in an incomparable setting.” The project is intended to be a long-term initiative: after September, the on-demand tour service will continue throughout the year with the aim of extending the tourist season and attracting school groups. associations by retirees and groups of all kinds. In addition, the department is already working on creating a theatrical route that will allow visitors to relive the stories and legends hidden in this place in an even more immersive way.
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Promotional poster for visits to the Cova de les Morretes
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Information poster for visits to Cova de les Morretes
