Castell de l’Olla fireworks display in Altea

Aftermovie full fireworks show 2025

Fireworks from the sea

Altea’s fireworks are not just another show. It is a unique experience that draws you into a whirlwind of colors, lights and sound. The fireworks are set off from several floating platforms at sea. For safety, the platforms are anchored underwater. The reflections of the fireworks are visible in the water at night, creating unique images.

Tradition since 1986

The tradition of fireworks in Altea goes back more than 35 years. Fireworks were first set off in 1986. The origins of the festival lie with Blas Aznar, a famous local pyrotechnician. After his death, the community decided to pay tribute to him with a fireworks show.

Over the years, the festival has changed and become bigger and bigger: nowadays, the show includes choreographed music. Over the years, it has become one of the city’s main tourist attractions.

Awards for fireworks show

Castell de l’Olla was recognized in 1999 with the Tourism Merit distinction, in the gold category, awarded by the Provincial Tourism Office of the Costa Blanca. In 2017, the fireworks show was named Festival of Festival of Tourist Interest of the Comunitat by the Community of Valenciana.

The preparations Castel de l’Olla

Preparations for the fireworks show often begin a week in advance. In the video below, you can see what preparations go on in the days before the big fireworks show.

Documentary on Castell de l’Olla

Prior to and during the 2023 fireworks show, director Cayetano Solano López made a documentary about the organization of Castell de l’Olla, watch this video below.

The organization of the fireworks show

The realization of the fireworks show is made possible by a large group of stakeholders:

– Cofradía del Castell de l’Olla

Cofradía del Castell de l’Olla is a non-profit organization founded in 1987 that organizes the Castell de l’Olla fireworks festival. The cofradía, also known as fraternity, consists of a group of thirty members who work every year to make this spectacular event a reality. They work with artists, the municipality of Altea and other institutions to preserve the fireworks, tradition and culture of Altea.

– Amics del Castell de l’Olla

Amics del Castell de l’Olla is not a formal organization, but a term used by José Pérez Gorgoll, president of the Cofradía del Castell de l’Olla, to describe a group of people involved in and contributing to the event. This group includes the following people:

• Representatives of institutions;
• Organizers and staff;
• Residents of Altea and La Olla;
• Technicians, operators, volunteers, and security forces contributing to the event;
• City and regional government representatives supporting the event.

In short, the term stands for anyone who contributes to or supports the fireworks festival in any way.

– Organizer Pirotecnia Vulcano

This special fireworks show is organized by Pirotecnia Vulcano. An organization, based in Madrid and Valencia, dedicated to designing and producing fireworks shows and importing professional pyrotechnic products. With more than 30 years of experience, it has positioned itself as one of the leading companies in the fireworks sector in Spain.

The best place to look

Do you have access to a boat? Then of course the water is the best place to enjoy the fireworks. If you want to watch from the shore then you can best do so from the l’Olla beach at the bottom of Altea (google maps). From here you will have a perfect view of the show.

The fireworks can also be easily seen from the gardens of Villa Gadea or from the old center of Altea, Altea Hills or the Sierra de Altea.

Restaurants & bars in Altea

It is also possible to reserve a top spot at one of the restaurants near the l’Olla beach. Listed below are some restaurants and bars where you can perfectly enjoy the fireworks show:

• L’OLLETA ~ Club del Mar;
• Brasería Ca Joan;
• El Cranc Chiringuito;
• Olla Beach Bar;
• Chiringuito El Portet;
• Portosenso Bar.

Tip: check out a list of the best and nicest restaurants in Altea

Tips for an unforgettable evening

• Arrive on time: the beach and roads in and around Altea can get very crowded, so it is advisable to arrive on time;

• Bring food and drinks: it can be crowded at the beach eateries, so bring your own food and drinks;
• Bring a chair or rug: that way you can enjoy the fireworks show in comfort;

• Come walking, biking or by public transportation: additional parking will be provided but keep in mind that it will be crowded. If possible, come walking, by bicycle or by public transportation, as extended schedules will be provided.

Parking on the day of the fireworks show

Keep in mind that it gets very crowded, with thousands of people coming to the fireworks show. That means parking around Playa l’Olla can be tricky.

Below is a picture with some parking spaces named. No place? Then park in the surrounding towns, for example in Albir, and then use the Tram from there.

Special timetable, use the Tram

Streetcar Alacant is the public transport network in and around the Spanish city of Alicante, as well as between Alicante and Dénia. Extra streetcars will be used for both Line 1 (L1) (between Alicante and Benidorm) and Line 9 (L9) (between Benidorm and Dénia) during the evening and night of the fireworks show.

Questions & answers about Castell de l’Olla

Francis Montesinos designs poster Castell de l’Olla 2025

Renowned Spanish fashion designer Francis Montesinos has designed the official poster for Castell de l’Olla 2025 in Altea. This annual, spectacular fireworks show is thus given a unique artistic flair.

The poster shows Montesinos’ creativity: the short, scaly peacock feathers at the bottom depict the Mediterranean, while the long, flaring feathers symbolize the spectacular fireworks.

Francis Montesinos, born in Valencia in 1950, is a versatile talent in the art world. He is not only an icon in the fashion world, but has also made his mark in interior, graphic and industrial design.

Announcements Castell de l’Olla

Check out some posters from the past. Only the posters from 1986 to 1988 and 2008 to 2012 are missing. No fireworks show was organized in 2020 and 2021 due to covid-19.