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Peñíscola is located on the beautiful Costa del Azahar , in the north of the province of Castellón (in the Valencian Community). It is 80 kilometers from Castellón and 150 kilometers from Valencia.

In this town, the sea and nature come together to create a beautiful and unique landscape. The Peñíscola area boasts around fifteen beaches and coves bathed by the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Among them, Playa Norte stands out, being the closest to the town's old quarter. It's a vast and beautiful beach, located in a spectacular setting at the foot of Papa Luna Castle . Proof of its appeal lies in its use as a filming location for famous television series, most recently "Game of Thrones." Furthermore, the quality of its waters and the numerous amenities it offers make it ideal for rest and relaxation. Along the five kilometers of this beach, there are numerous apartments where you can stay and explore it.

Likewise, Peñíscola offers a journey into the heart of nature, as it is located next to the Sierra de Irta Natural Park and the wetland known as Marjal . The natural park is a mountain range bordering the sea, boasting fabulous flora and fauna. These can be enjoyed through guided tours, hiking trails, and cycling routes. The wetland, a lagoon of approximately 130 hectares, is of great value due to its environmental characteristics and the endangered species it shelters. Guided tours of this wetland are also available, allowing visitors to discover every detail.

In addition to these natural spaces, Peñíscola boasts a fascinating cultural heritage. This city transports visitors to the Renaissance and medieval periods , with the Castle of Papa Luna standing out above all its attractions. This fortress, located on the highest point of the city, is a rocky promontory jutting out into the sea. Built by the Knights Templar, it has served as one of the three papal residences in the area over its 700-year history. Its most significant period is considered to be when Pope Pedro de Luna (Papa Luna) resided there. Currently, it can be visited independently or with guided tours and hosts various exhibitions. It has been declared a National Historic-Artistic Monument and a Historic-Artistic Site.

In addition, Peñíscola offers many other points of interest, such as the Artillery Park, the San Pedro Gate, the lighthouse, and the Maritime Museum . To make the stay easier for all its visitors, the city has numerous apartments where they can stay comfortably.

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If you only have one day to visit this beautiful town, we recommend visiting:

  • Peñíscola Castle
  • Artillery Park
  • The Church of La Ermitania
  • The House of Shells
  • Peñíscola Lighthouse
  • Museum of the Sea

Although Peñíscola has only 7,800 registered inhabitants, in summer it reaches more than 100,000 inhabitants because it is one of the favorite destinations to enjoy the beach

The North Beach is the most chosen beach by people who come to enjoy their vacations, this beach has an extension of 5,000 meters long and 44 meters wide

Peñiscola Castle is the main attraction of this area, being one of the largest fortresses in Spain and it takes between two to three hours to visit it completely

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