Wine Region Villages in Valencian Community

59 villages · 118 - 183,711 inhabitants · Gastronomy 65/100

Wine Region Villages in Valencian Community: key facts

  • 59 villages total
  • Castelló de la Plana (183,711 inh.)
  • Villena (34,712 inh.)
  • Novelda (26,606 inh.)
  • Altitude range: 15 – 908 m

The Valencian Community, famed for its Mediterranean coastline, also harbours a rich interior dotted with 59 municipalities characterised by their viticultural heritage. These wine region villages, with an average population of 8,523, present a diverse landscape ranging from 15 metres to 908 metres above sea level. This altitude variation contributes to the distinct character of the wines produced in the region. Consider Villena, in the Alt Vinalopó comarca, a prime example, where the legacy of winemaking intertwines with historical significance; the town is also known for El Tesoro de Villena, a major European prehistoric gold find. Alternatively, explore Novelda, in the Vinalopó Mitjà, where vineyards share the landscape with the iconic Santuario de Santa María Magdalena. These villages offer a compelling insight into the traditions and flavours of inland Valencia, far removed from the coastal resorts.

59 villages to explore

Castelló de la Plana

Plana Alta · 183,711 hab.

Villena

Alt Vinalopó · 34,712 hab.
Novelda

Novelda

Vinalopó Mitjà · 26,606 hab.

Aspe

Vinalopó Mitjà · 22,397 hab.

Carcaixent

Ribera Alta · 21,934 hab.

Requena

Plana de Utiel-Requena · 20,982 hab.

Tavernes de la Valldigna

Safor · 17,866 hab.

Alginet

Ribera Alta · 14,844 hab.

Monóvar

Vinalopó Mitjà · 13,116 hab.

Teulada

Marina Alta · 12,912 hab.

Utiel

Plana de Utiel-Requena · 11,663 hab.

Sax

Alt Vinalopó · 10,346 hab.

Monforte del Cid

Vinalopó Mitjà · 9,283 hab.

Cheste

Hoya de Buñol · 8,951 hab.

El Pinós

Vinalopó Mitjà · 8,523 hab.

Ondara

Marina Alta · 7,717 hab.

Turís

Ribera Alta · 7,717 hab.

Gata de Gorgos

Marina Alta · 6,773 hab.

La Pobla Llarga

Ribera Alta · 4,665 hab.

Mogente/Moixent

Costera · 4,401 hab.

Godelleta

Hoya de Buñol · 4,266 hab.
Bocairent

Bocairent

Vall d'Albaida · 4,130 hab.

Villar del Arzobispo

Los Serranos · 3,862 hab.

Xaló

Marina Alta · 3,104 hab.

Vallada

Costera · 3,091 hab.

La Romana

Vinalopó Mitjà · 2,729 hab.

El Fondó de les Neus

Vinalopó Mitjà · 2,698 hab.

La Pobla del Duc

Vall d'Albaida · 2,500 hab.

Sant Mateu

Baix Maestrat · 2,021 hab.

La Font de la Figuera

Costera · 2,000 hab.

Marines

Camp de Túria · 1,967 hab.

Beneixama

Alt Vinalopó · 1,696 hab.

Alborache

Hoya de Buñol · 1,568 hab.

Alcalalí

Marina Alta · 1,428 hab.

Hondón de los Frailes

Vinalopó Mitjà · 1,334 hab.

Algueña

Vinalopó Mitjà · 1,328 hab.

Atzeneta d'Albaida

Vall d'Albaida · 1,193 hab.

Camporrobles

Plana de Utiel-Requena · 1,183 hab.

Benicull de Xúquer

Ribera Baixa · 1,179 hab.

Sinarcas

Plana de Utiel-Requena · 1,176 hab.

Venta del Moro

Plana de Utiel-Requena · 1,143 hab.

Useras/Les Useres

l'Alcalatén · 985 hab.

Fontanars dels Alforins

Vall d'Albaida · 936 hab.

Llíber

Marina Alta · 882 hab.

Caudete de las Fuentes

Plana de Utiel-Requena · 725 hab.

Fuenterrobles

Plana de Utiel-Requena · 678 hab.

Teresa de Cofrentes

Valle de Cofrentes-Ayora · 620 hab.

El Palomar

Vall d'Albaida · 600 hab.

About this region

Exploring the wine region villages of the Valencian Community reveals a tapestry of distinct identities rooted in their comarcas and terroirs. The Vinalopó Mitjà comarca, for instance, is synonymous with the protected designation of origin (DO) Uva de Mesa Embolsada del Vinalopó, a unique table grape cultivated in municipalities such as Novelda and Aspe. In Aspe, the Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Socorro stands as a testament to the region’s baroque architectural heritage. Further north, in the Plana Alta comarca, Castelló de la Plana presents a contrasting landscape, closer to the coast, with its El Fadrí bell tower and a vibrant tapas culture in its historic centre. Moving inland, Villena in the Alt Vinalopó comarca, offers a journey through history and gastronomy, from its prehistoric gold treasure to its gazpacho manchego and locally produced DO Alicante wines. Not to be overlooked is Carcaixent, located in the Ribera Alta, where the Magatzem de Ribera recalls the golden age of Valencian orange production, complemented by the local specialty, Arròs al forn. These villages, each with its own character, offer a diverse and enriching experience for those seeking to discover the authentic heart of the Valencian Community.