A land of striking contrasts, Castellón offers a wild and captivating landscape. Blessed by the Mediterranean, this dual-natured province invites travellers to wander the Costa del Azahar under an endless sun.
Centuries after nature sculpted its steep mountains facing the sea, a historical legacy would arrive that would help shape the appearance and character of Castellón, changing the course of its history.
Stubborn and firm in his convictions, Pope Luna transformed a Templar castle into the center of the Western world, marking the destiny of these lands and establishing a province of fortresses and walls that fused with the rock, creating landscapes where nature and human intervention merged.
The mark left by the Templars, Arabs, and kings gave way to architectural gems that would become Castellón's main tourist attractions: the impregnable Peñíscola Castle, which juts into the sea like a stone ship; the imposing walled silhouette of Morella crowning the inland peaks; and the underground beauty of the San José Caves, which hide the longest navigable river in Europe.
With a mild climate and the sweet scent of orange blossoms in the air, Castellón glows under Mediterranean light, making it the perfect destination for combining beach and mountain adventures any time of the year.
The province stretches along 120 kilometers of stunning coastline, where you'll discover charming Belle Époque villas in Benicassim, the wild and unspoiled beauty of the Sierra de Irta, and the tiny volcanic paradise of the Columbretes Islands.
Castellón is much more than its sparkling sea. Its inland is full of history, traditions, and authentic rural charm, where time seems to slow down and every town has a story to tell.
We can't forget about the food. The flavors of Castellón are unforgettable! It's the flavor of slow-cooked arroz a banda (seafood rice), the finest Benicarló artichokes, Vinaròs prawns, and the intense, luxurious aroma of the “black diamond” of the Maestrazgo—its black truffle. Every meal is an invitation to experience the region's most delicious offerings.
Our Castellón guide will help you gather all the necessary information before your trip, so that once you're there, you can enjoy yourself. To start discovering Castellón, it's best to begin by reading about the province's history and some practical information that will be useful during your visit.
Once you're familiar with the basics, we recommend exploring the top sights to see in Castellón to plan your trip in the best possible way.
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