Ereta Park, Urban park on Mount Benacantil in Alicante, Spain.
Ereta Park spans seven hectares on the slopes of Mount Benacantil, featuring winding pathways, Mediterranean vegetation including olive trees and pines, and multiple viewpoints offering panoramic vistas of Alicante's historic quarter, harbor, and coastline.
The site was originally used for limestone extraction and later served as a fortified military zone before being transformed into a public park following its victory in the Europan 3 competition in 1994.
The park serves as a venue for community events and local festivals, while its panoramic viewpoints have historically inspired artists and poets, contributing to Alicante's cultural expressions and artistic heritage.
The park operates from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM in winter and until midnight during summer months, with free admission and accessibility through the Santa Cruz neighborhood via stairs from the old quarter.
The park features a distinctive progression from urban landscapes at its base to wild Mediterranean scrubland at higher elevations, creating a natural transition that culminates at La Ereta square with sweeping sea views.
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