Arquea

Arquea is the name of the tours given by architects from Bocairent, a cooperative (Nuance Estudi Coop. V.) devoted to heritage conservation. They show the medieval quarter, declared a historic-artistic site, with the eye of people who work in its conservation. Each tour ends with a hand-drawn postcard of Bocairent.

What the tours are like

They leave on specific dates published in its calendar, in small groups, with a minimum of six to eight people; if that is not reached, they give you notice of the cancellation in good time. The medieval quarter tour lasts two hours and costs €12 per person, free for under-12s. They also do tailor-made tours for families, associations, schools and companies, in Spanish, Valencian or English.

Before booking

They ask you to book 24 to 48 hours ahead; at the last minute, ask by WhatsApp or phone whether there is space. The route has cobbles, slopes and steps: a baby carrier is better than a pushchair, and anyone with reduced mobility can ask them beforehand for a route with less gradient.

Tailor-made tours

Besides the open calendar, Arquea prepares tours for closed groups: families travelling together, associations, schools and companies. They are held in Spanish, Valencian or English, and can be adapted for anyone who has difficulty walking with a route with less gradient. To request them, write to [email protected]; for quick questions, WhatsApp on the same number, 623 02 08 72.