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With its age-old history, delicious gastronomy and stunning landscapes, Peñíscola will capture your heart in more ways than one. Sitting on the sparkling Mediterranean and surrounded by mountains, the town has a fascinating past that you can explore through its great sights and monuments. Fill your day discovering everything there is to see and then dip into the tranquil seas to freshen up. Pure bliss.

What to see in Peñíscola

The best place to start your exploration of Peñíscola is in the historic centre. Take your time to wander every street, poke your head into every nook and cranny and soak up the great legacy that pope Papa Luna left behind.

Steeped in history and artistry, the old town conceals some great treasures. The most obvious is Castillo del Papa Luna, an imposing fortress perched on a rocky peninsula that thrusts into the sea. As you step foot inside, you will be transported back in time, immersed in the castle’s secrets, myths and legends. The vistas over the Mediterranean will take your breath away and you will be captivated by El Bufador, a natural cavern that is lashed by the waters on stormy days.

Back in the historic centre, the steep and narrow streets will lead you to whitewashed houses with colourful shutters. One house in particular will capture your attention: Casa de las Conchas, which is defined by its façade covered in white shells.

Peñíscola has also been captured on film. A number of internationally renowned films and series have been shot here such as Games of Thrones and other Spanish productions. You’ll find yourself noticing familiar scenes as you wander around.

You will also be taken aback by the natural beauty of this stretch of the province of Castellón. Long beaches, such as El Nord, and cute little coves to the south meet the impressive slopes of the Sierra de Irta mountains. The best way to explore these naturescapes is on foot, following the hiking routes that will immerse you in beautiful scenery and take you to historic monuments, such as Torre de Badum.

So what are you waiting for? Don’t miss the opportunity to explore this incredible destination in the Region of Valencia and enjoy all of its charms.

How to get here:

By road you can take either the AP-7 Motorway (exit 43) or the main road (Carretera Nacional 340), both connect to the local road (carretera local CV-141) which leads to the centre of the town.

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PIRATES RACE PEÑÍSCOLA

Pirates Race is an obstacle race designed to surprise its runners with a wide variety of tests in which the runners test their physical and mental strength, balance, endurance and skills, as well as the ability to have fun and enjoy of the difficulty when overcoming an average of 25 obstacles in a route of between 7 and 15KM. A call for all those who want to become true pirates.

Come and enjoy a beautiful race, full of surprises and obstacles that will catch you.

CONCERT BY LOLA ÍNDIGO

Concert by Lola Indigo in Peñíscola on September 25 at 10:30 p.m. on the esplanade of the port.

LA CONQUISTA DEL CASTELLET

La conquista del Castellet (The conquest of the castle) is a lovely guided walk through Sierra de Irta. As you ramble through age-old carob and olive trees and other verdant plant life, you’ll feel like you’re going on a proper adventure. At one point you’ll even come across the ruins of an enigmatic fortress. Get lost in this beautiful corner of Sierra de Irta and breathe in the smells of the Mediterranean countryside. A wonderful day out for all the family.

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El CID: MITO, HISTORIA, CINE

Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, also known as El Cid Campeador, has gone down in history for his victorious campaigns against the Moors in the conquest of the Kingdom of Valencia. In this guided tour of the town of Peñíscola, you will discover incredible scenes where the great American movie El Cid was shot as well as all everything you need to know about the figure who is described in the epic poem Cantar del Mio Cid. Bring the past into the present on this tour that you’ll never forget.

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El Mediterráneo en bici

If you enjoy cycling, this is the experience for you. Join La Sària for an incredible ride accompanied by a guide who knows everything there is to know about the local area. You will start in the Medieval town of Peñíscola and pedal through two natural parks, Sierra de Irta and Prat de Cabanes-Torreblanca natural park, which is the largest marsh area in the province. You will then continue through the coves, fields and greenways until you reach the city of Castelló de la Plana. Sign up and fall even further in love with the Mediterranean.

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