Historic sites in Peniscola

Historic Fortifications and Ruins

This collection explores the strategic military history of Peñíscola and the Sierra de Irta. At its center is the 13th-century Templar castle, known for being the residence of Pope Benedict XIII. The surrounding landscape features a network of defensive structures, from the Moorish-origin ruins of Castell de Polpís to the 16th-century Torre Badum watchtower. These sites offer a timeline of coastal protection, ranging from medieval fortifications to modern maritime surveillance outposts.

Historic Fortifications and Ruins — Map

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A

Peniscola Castle

Peniscola Castle is a castle in Peniscola, Castellón, Valencian Community, Spain.

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B

Castell de Polpís

Ruined Moorish fortress later held by the Knights Templar and the Order of Montesa, situated on a ridge in the Sierra de Irta.

C

Caserna Antiga de Carrabiners de la Torre Nova

Former coastal barracks used by the Carabineros frontier guards, located near the Torre Nova.

D

Cerro del Sol

A hilltop monument and viewpoint overlooking the Peñíscola coastline.

E

lo Castellet

Historical remnants of a small fortification or outpost.

F

Antigo puesto de la gardia civil

Remains of a former Civil Guard surveillance post used for coastal monitoring.

G

ruinas

Historical ruins located along the coastal defense paths.

H

El Pou de Carmen i Goyo

Ruins of a local rural structure and well.

I

Torre

Historical defensive tower integrated into the town's ancient fortifications.

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J

Torre Badum

A 16th-century circular watchtower perched on a 97-meter-high cliff, built to detect pirate incursions.

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K

Radar SIVE

A modern maritime surveillance tower operated by the Civil Guard as part of the Integrated External Surveillance System.

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