What to see in Biar
Biar is a medieval village of fewer than 4,000 inhabitants, dominated by its castle perched at 750 metres above sea level. The fortress dates back to the twelfth century and was the site of sieges between castellanos and aragoneses until Jaime I annexed it after a five‑month siege. The town retains cobbled streets, traditional houses and a parish church. It was chosen as the Tourist Town of the Year 2025.
🚆 How to get there from Alicante
Renfe train from Alicante takes 47 minutes. There are 13 services a day. Alternatively, a bus with a transfer in Villena takes 2 h 45 min. Distance: 48 km.
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CastleCastillo de BiarBiar — Alt Vinalopó (Alacant)Medieval fortress of Muslim origin located at 750 meters elevation.
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Church · FREEIglesia de Nuestra Señora de la AsunciónBiar — Alt Vinalopó (Alacant)Renaissance temple built between the 15th and 16th centuries with Baroque additions from the 17th.
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Church · FREESantuario de Nuestra Señora de GraciaBiar — Alt Vinalopó (Alacant)Baroque sanctuary from the 18th century located in Sierra Fontanella.
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Monument · FREEAcueducto MedievalBiar — Alt Vinalopó (Alacant)70-meter structure built in 1490 to manage irrigation water and prevent flooding.