Province Guide (English)

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Province of Castelln

Province Guide

Guidebook


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The province of Castelln, widely recognised within the Spanish and International tourism scene,is a land in which sea and Mediterranean culture are omnipresent in the lives of its inhabitants.

The mark of the Mediterranean Sea, and the many and diverse cultures which permeate it, can befelt in the landscapes, cities, monuments and way of life of this land.

In Castelln, outdoor life and activities are very much part of the daily life of its people, aided bya climate which provides more than 300 days of sun a year and temperatures which, except thewinters in the high mountain regions, are mild throughout most months.

The province of Castelln, thanks to the climate it enjoys, is the ideal place to do outdoor sportssuch as golf, cycling and hiking, or water-sports like sailing and speedboat racing, etc. throughoutthe year.

Enjoying the Mediterranean, the natural inland spaces and the picturesque town centres issomething we can benefit from all year long. As we draw closer to them, we will discover endlesspossibilities which will make us feel part of the Mediterranean lifestyle, where small pleasuresbecome a part of everyday life.

Relaxing in the sun on magnificent beaches of fine golden sand or in hidden coves, swimming inthe warm Mediterranean, sailing in its peaceful waters, walking in the soft sea breeze, spendingthe evening on the terraces and in pubs and discos after a tasty meal, walking around the littlemarkets or the old towns, discovering the value of craftsmanship, going deep into the forests andbeauty spots of the natural parks along ancient paths, taking delight in the art and architecture ofmuseums, churches and palaces, experiencing the annual fiestas, religious festivals and pilgrimages,discovering medieval towns and castles that were once on the border; in short, enjoying all thepossibilities the province of Castelln has to offer so that its visitors return home filled withMediterranean sensations.

The imminent opening of the Castelln airport will further improve access to our excellent touristfacilities. It will open new doors for the provincial tourism sector, in which superb professionalswork daily to make a better service available to everyone wishing to enjoy a warm stay with us.

Thus, the province of Castelln awaits you with open arms and with the certainty that, once youget to know this land and its people, it will become a preferred destination for your breaks andholidays.

Welcome to the province of Castelln.

Carlos Fabra CarrerasPresident of the Provincial Council of Castelln

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ELCOME

CASTELLN: A FEEL FOR THE MEDITERRANEAN


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INDEX

GETTING TO CASTELLNEasy and Comortable 4|5LIVE IT UP!Castelln Beaches at all coasts 6|11CREATING NEW SENSATIONSin Inland Castelln 12|15FROM ANCIENT

to Contemporary Culture 16|21A FESTIVALo Fiestas 22|25FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

26|29GASTRONOMIC FUSION

30|33YOUR WATER SPORTin a Sea o Sensations 34|35OUTDOOR ACTIVITIESAdventure, Health, Competition, Fun 36|37HEALTH-IMPROVING WATERS

38|39TIME FOR MEETING AND BUSINESSOrganise your events in Castelln 40|41QUALITY SERVICES IN THE PROVINCE OF CASTELLNHotels, modernity and charm: Accommodation to discover 42|45TO LEARN MORETourist inormation of ces / map o the province 46|48


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The province o Castelln is the most Northern region in the ValencianCommunity; a larger area which includes our province and is located on theEastern coast o Spain, by the Mediterranean Sea.

Nowadays Castelln is one o the main tourist attractions in Europe. Not only hasthe province a wide range o leisure activities to oer the visitor, but it also boasts amodern transport network along the Spanish and European Mediterranean Basin.

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GETTING TO CASTELLNEASY AND COMFORTABLE

The AP-7 motorway is a part o theE-15 European route and crosses allo the province rom North to Southlinking it up conveniently with Europe.The Mudjar highway (A-23) goes

through the South o the province andis also part o the E-07 European route,simpliying access to the Cantabriancoast and the South o France.Moreover, the N-232 road links theNorth o the province with the Northo Spain.

The high-speed rail o theMediterranean Basin stops in Castelln.

Thereore, rail transport operates everyday, connecting the city to Europe andto the main cities in Spain.

Castellns airport, which will start

operating soon, oers a new way ogetting to our towns, beaches andmountains, bringing Castelln closerto Europe and oering the passengersour tourist attractions and our excellentweather, with more than 300 sunnydays per year.

As or Castellns harbour, many cruiseships moor there, making it the starting

point or trips to many interesting partso the province.

A wide range o coaches and localtrains bring closer the urthest places

in the province in a very simple andconvenient way, so everyone candiscover the thousand and one charmso this land.


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The Mediterranean Sea bathes the province o Castelln along 120 Km ocoastline. Wide ine sand beaches with gently sloping shorelines succeed

each other along a coast that is dotted with secluded coves or rugged clisthat oer dozens o alternatives or enjoyment o the pleasant climate o aland in contact with the ancient Mediterranean Sea.

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LIVE IT UP!CASTELLN BEACHES AT ALL COASTS

During our stay in the Province o Castelln we can choose between any kind obeach, but always with the guarantee that all o them have high-quality waters and agreat number o services to enjoy a lovely day in the sun. Many o the beaches in theprovince o Castelln show the Blue Flag awarded by the European Foundation or

Environmental Education to those beaches oering outstanding quality o water andservices. Furthermore, some o the beaches hold the certiicate o quality ISO 9001 andthe certiicate o environmental quality ISO 14001.


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The wide beaches or isolated coves o the

province o Castelln have sandy beds that

allow a pleasant and sae swim in the warm

waters o the Mediterranean Sea. Moreover, theselection o beaches in Costa Azahar includes

places where orange or pine trees ill us with

their scent during our time on the beach,

creating unique spots where a rich natural

beauty produces a avourable atmosphere or

an enjoyable and well-deserved rest. Castelln

is home to two natural parks that remain

untouched coastal territories: the Sierra de Irtamountain range Natural Park, ormed by some

coastal areas, mainly part o the townships o

Pescola and Alcal de Xivert Alcossebre,

and the Prat de Cabanes Torreblanca

Natural Park, which is entirely made up o the

abovementioned municipalities.

There, we can explore the coastline and

the sea in its pure state and discover true

environmental jewels, and o course we can

enjoy the Protected Landscape o the Mijares

river mouth, located within the surrounding

areas o Almassora and Burriana.

Apart rom those natural spaces, Castellnboasts the Islas Columbretes Natural Park and

Marine Reserve, ormed by a series o volcanic

islets that are not ar rom the coastline. They

orm unique and spectacular spaces and are a

must or those who love scuba diving, owing to

its excellent underwater visibility avoured by

the volcanic nature o the islands.


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LIVE IT UP!CASTELLN BEACHES AT ALL COASTS

Coming back to the beaches o the province o Castelln, it must be added that they are lively spaces where services such as showers,

reduced mobility access, lieguard and rescue teams, rental o water-sports equipment, beach games, etc. are at our disposal. In

addition, there are pleasant sea promenades where typical chiringuitos, public libraries, nursery schools and ree-time supervisors or

the little ones can be ound. During the summertime, we can choose the most suitable option rom a wide variety o entertainment

activities.

Vinars, Benicarl, Pescola, Alcal de Xivert Alcossebre, Torreblanca, Cabanes, Oropesa del Mar, Benicssim, Castelln de la

Plana, Almassora, Burriana, Nules, Moncoa, Xilxes, la Llosa and Almenara are the sixteen municipalities that stretch along the

coastline o the province o Castelln rom north to south, and constitute an extraordinary selection o beaches where the traveller can

choose between entertainment or rest, between remote places or urban beaches, between enjoying the sun or practising water sports...

but always guaranteed to ind what is required to enjoy a well-deserved break.


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CREATING NEW SENSATIONSIN INLAND CASTELLN

Beyond the Castelln coastline we approach an inland that, with all the lavour oMediterranean scenery and culture, will impress visitors, not only as a result o itsmagniicent nature but also because o the outstanding heritage o its ancient towns andcities that are bursting with history and traditions.


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In the province o Castelln, the traveller will ind extraordinary spaces where nature is at its best.

Besides ilex, pine or cork woods, with a bit o luck you are likely to enjoy seeing a capra hispnica

(South-eastern Spanish Ibex) -although several townships in the north o the province are part o the

Tortosa and Beceite mountain passes National Hunting Reserve, the capra hispnica is also common in

the inland o Castelln.

Castelln, the second most

mountainous province in Spain, oersthe traveller a unique inland where,

apart rom the natural parks o Tinena

de Beniass, Penyagolosa, Sierra de

Espadn, Sierra del Desierto de las

Palmas, Sierra Calderona, it treasures

other beauty spots with excellent

natural and scenic values that are also

protected spaces such as the NaturalMonument ormed by the Els Pelegrins

de Les Useres Way, or a large number

o declared municipal beauty spots o

natural interest.

In the natural parks and a large portion

o other protected spaces, naturelovers can ind visitors centres and

inormation about the many options

or enjoying nature.


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INLAND

CASTELLN

In the sky above, it is hard not to observe the light o a majestic vulture or the switness o the kestrels, lacons and

eagles. All o this immersed in a rural world through which, developed by ancient civilizations (Iberian, Roman, Arab), an

idiosyncrasy unique to these territories has been created, leaving its traces upon the landscapes orged by man.

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I we explore deep within

the land, in the town o laVall dUix are Sant Josep

caves, where a hidden

part o nature can be visited

on comortable boats along

the longest accessible

subterranean river in

Europe.

Furthermore, the traveller

has the option to approach

remote and spectacular

landscapes by using a

antastic network o

ootpaths, revealing or us

secret views o nature in all

its splendour.


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Apart rom the ootpaths, part o the Roman Via Augusta and the Ojos Negros va verde (greenway) stretch along the territories o theprovince o Castelln. The latter path, along with the Oropesa del Mar Benicssim va verde, is itted out or hikers and bikers and

also or those wishing to cross the vas verdes on horseback.

Castelln has approximately 1,000 km o ootpaths that include Long Distance Footpaths (GR) and many ShortDistance Footpaths (PR). The GR7 crosses the province o Castelln rom north to south; the GR33 starts at thecapital city and reaches the Sant Joan de Penyagolosa hermitage; the GR36 leaves Nules to arrive in Montanejosand passes the Sierra de Espadn mountain range and the GR10 goes through the Sierra Calderona mountain

range and runs through the townships o Altura, Segorbe and Sacaet. The great many Short Distance Footpaths(PR) and Local Footpaths (SL) will bring all kinds o sensations to nature lovers.


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I the natural heritage o the regions o Castelln is rich and interesting, its cultural heritage is noless impressive.

Since ancient times, these lands have been inhabited by mankind, as proven by the cave paintings,declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which are scattered about the province. The museumand visitor centre o Valltorta in the Trig locality is the ideal place to discover them, and to takea guided tour o part o them. The paintings o Ares del Maestre and Morella la Vella also haveguided tours.

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Iberians, Romans and Arabs lived in these lands and let their mark on Castelln territory. Ater them, it was re-inhabited by

Christians during the Reconquest and settlements were ounded; it was in this era when the municipalities o Castelln started to

become oicially ormed. Any visit to towns like Pescola, Morella, Sant Mateu, Vilaranca, Traiguera, Culla, Vilaams, Llucena,Segorbe, Onda, An and many others, deserves a peaceul stroll around the streets to uncover their hidden secrets.

In Castelln, we will equally ind monumental places in which to enjoy impressive religious and civil constructions, as well as various

museums which possess a rich natural and artistic heritage. Along the way, we will also ind small villages set in places o outstanding

beauty, where a stroll around the peaceul streets and squares becomes a pleasure allowing the traveller to discover the rich popular

architecture which these lands host.


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A wide array o museums helps us to get to know more about the province o Castellns past and present. These include ecclesiastical

museums like the ones o Segorbe Cathedral, those o the Arciprestales de Morella and Sant Mateu, topical ones like the Orange

Museum in Burriana, the Sandstone Museum in Vilaranca, the Oil Musuem in Segorbe, the Natural Science Museum in Onda, or

cross-disciplinary ones like the Castelln Fine Arts Museum. As well as these museum spaces, the province boasts others which,like that o Naipes (Spanish playing cards) in Oropesa, that o Mortar in Cuevas de Vinrom, or that o the Dinosaurs (Temps de

Dinosaures) in Morella, will surprise the visitor with the variety and diversity o their exhibitions.


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The ceramic museums, which

demonstrate one of the provinces

most important assets, deserve special

mention. Ceramic production has been

present in these lands since ancient

times, and is in modern times a vital

economic driving force.

In order to understand and admire the

rich ceramic history of Castelln, weshould visit not only the Castelln Fine

Arts Museum but also the LAlcora

Ceramics Museum, the Museum of the

Barona de Ribesalbes and theManolo

SafontCeramic Museum of in Onda.

These museums show us the works of

the provinces ceramic artisans, and

if we want to see how modern-day

artisans work we can also visit the

workshops in existence today.

In addition to the province of Castellns

significant ceramic craftsmanship,

in these lands we can find others

which have also been passed on from

generation to generation, such as the

textile craftwork of the Maestrazgo areaand Els Ports de Morella, or the walking

stick manufacturers in Segorbe.

Alongside this historical backdrop,

whose roots are buried in bygone

times, the province of Castelln of the

present-day plays host to an abundance

of art and contemporary culture trends.

Museums and art galleries in which the

most up-to-date artistic trends can be

observed are spread throughout the

province, of which the Contemporary

Art Museum of Vilafams and the

Espai dArt Contemporani (Space of

Contemporary Art) of Castelln are the

most notable examples.


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A FESTIVALOF FIESTAS

The province of Castellns annual calendar includes a wide and varied program of festivals inwhich tradition and fun become intermingled.

En January, San Antonio Abad celebrations are common in every town of Castelln. In the county of Els Ports, the Santantonada

of Forcall is remarkable, whilst fire becomes especially spectacular in the town of Vilanova dAlcolea. In February, the celebration of

Carnival stands out, and is particularly striking in Vinars.

Thefiestas in the capital city and the third Sunday of Lent coincide, normally in March. During the week ofFestes de la Magdalena, the

city of Castelln experiences a great number of events and festivities that are noticeably popular. One of the most attractive elements

of the Festes de la Magdalena is that Castelln plays host to the first bullfighting festival of the year.


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Around the 19th March, on St Josephs Day,some towns in the province celebrate the

Fiestas de las Fallas. Burriana was the pioneer

but, a few years ago, other towns like Benicarl

and La Vall dUix joined this tradition.

The province celebrates the arrival of Holy

Week with popular performances of the

Passion, amongst which the towns Borriol,

Torreblanca and Chilches are of particular

note. Solemn processions with beautiful

floats and deeply rooted traditions (Vila-real,

Vinars, etc.) are carried out.

In May, the explosion of spring brings with it

a large number of rogations and pilgrimages

to several sanctuaries and hermitages in

the province (Els Pelegrins in les Useres,

the procession from Cat to Sant Pere de

Castellfort, the Vallivana Rogation, Virgen de

la Cueva Santa celebrations, etc.).

In Morella, the Corpus Christi feast possesses a

truly unique character. The traditional Gigantes

y Cabezudos (people wearing large head masks,

and often tall costumes), biblical characters

and typical dances reminiscent of medieval

times parade along the main streets, forming an

incomparable show.

In June, thefiestas of San Juan and San Pedro,

of which the most prominent can be found in

Vinars and el Grau of Castelln, are widely

celebrated in our province. The San Juanfiestas

are crammed with festivities of pagan origin.

Swimming in the sea at midnight and dancing

around bonfires are common traditions alongthe coast of Castelln.


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FESTIVAL

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FIESTAS

When August comes, so do thefiestas in most towns of the province. Normally, they are dedicated to the Virgin of August

and San Roque. Along with them comes the hustle and bustle of towns whose inhabitants lead a peaceful lifestyle for the

rest of the year.

On the subject of noteworthyfiestas, we should point out Sexenni de Morella, so called because it is held every six years in

honour to the Virgin of Vallivana.

This itinerary of popular fiestas

continues into the months of

September and October throughout

the entire province.

In September, it is worth

mentioning thefiestas celebrated in

Zorita (county of Els Ports), which

take place in the incomparable

Virgen de la Balma Sanctuary.

In Pescola, we must point out

the traditional Fiesta de Moros y

Cristianos (Moors and Christians

Festival), which is also of Medieval

origin and has the impressive

Castillo del Papa Luna (Castle of

Pope Benedict XIII) as its ideal

setting. The fiesta of Segorbe is

also notable due to the Entrada de

Toros y Caballos (Bull and Horse

Droving), that has been declared of

International Tourist Interest.

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Bulls are the common factor of the fiestas celebrated here

throughout the year. Castelln is the province where the largest

number of bulls is displayed annually. The typical bullfightis present in our towns, especially in Castelln, Vilafranca,

Vinars and Benassal, but the most widely spread tradition

is the toro de calle (bull in the street), which is bought by

bullfight clubs, folk clubs and festival committees. Together

with the bullfight, a series of related ceremonies, such as the

desencajonamiento (releasing of the bull), la prueba (the test)

and toro encerrado (trapped bull) are particularly spectacular.

At night, grooms make lamed and swaying movements in front

of the toro embolado (a bull with fireballs on its horns) to avoid

being charged at.

To sum up, they are the ultimate popularfiestas and are often

unique because of a conception and a singularity that add

appeal for the visitor to the province of Castelln.

All these traditional events, together with a series of cultural

and festive shows organised either by private or public bodies,

also take place throughout the year.

The International Festival of Benicssim (FIB), The Rototom

Sunsplash also in Benicssim, The Arenal Sound festival

in Burriana, The Festival of Ancient and Baroque Music of

Pescola, the International Festival of Street Theatre of Vila-

real, The Leisure and Culture Fair of Moncofa (FOC) or The

International Music Festival of Oropesa del Mar (ORFIM)

are events that gather a large number of people and are only

a sample of the countless activities held in the province of

Castelln. We are sure that you will always find an event that

meets your preferences, allowing you to enjoy an unforgettable

time here.


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FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

Many beaches in Castelln are certified Blue Flagbeaches, they are accessible for handicapped people, they offer all amenities, leisureareas on the sand and in the sea, professional instructors, sea libraries where people can read for free, and childrens entertainment

including shows and programmed activities. At night, the visitor will enjoy watching a good film under the stars and on the sand of the

beach. Finally, on special festivities, there are Havaneras festivals, popular music or fireworks. We recommend our visitors to spend St.

Johns Eve at one of the beaches in Castelln, as they will experience the pure Mediterranean atmosphere: outdoor supper by the sea,

bonfires, street bands and fireworks, music

Next to the beaches are the impeccable seafronts of Castellns coastline, where the visitor can go for long and nice walks, bike rides

along the cycleway or skating. Another option is to watch the sunset by the Mediterranean Sea from one of the leisure areas, picnic

areas and outdoor bars on the beach.

Castelln has 120 km of coastline which is home to countless beaches with fine sand and gradualslope, bathed by the calm water of the Mediterranean Sea. Here you will enjoy long days with your

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The marinas in Castelln are another choice of family tourism, as they offer nautical activities for children: ship naming andlaunching, sailing or canoeing for beginners and accessing the world of scuba-diving for those who have the appropriate age.

The Columbretes Islands Sea Reserve, formed by volcanoes, is an incomparable place to go scuba-diving thanks to the cleanliness of the

water. If the visitor does not have the opportunity to practice this great sport, a trip to the isles is one way of getting to know nature

in its purest form. Excursions on a ship along the coastline of Castelln are also available. A trip on the so-called golondrinas to get

incomparable views of Antipope Benedict XIIIs (Papa Luna) Castle in Pescola is an unforgettable experience.

Moreover, in Castelln, families can spend a great time in the water parks, which offer all amenities, both in coastal and inland towns

of the province.

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By choosing the inland of Castelln you will discover amazinglandscapes and unique towns, mainly small. You can enjoy

a safe and relaxed stroll there along their streets, as very few

motor vehicles travel through them. You will be able to discover

monuments such as churches and old castles, as well as the rich

traditional architecture these sites are bestowed with.

Inland towns and villages are framed by appealing beautyspots (Castelln province boasts nine natural parks) and over

1,000 km of footpaths, along which your family will be able to

enjoy nature between riverside forests, pine trees, holm oaks

or mediterranean groves where thousand-year-old olive trees

stand out as part of the provinces pride and joy.

Furthermore, the province is home of two greenways; Va

Verde Ojos Negros stretches across the Alto Palancia regionamong inland villages and Va Verde de Benicssim - Oropesa

del Mar will reveal unexplored maritime landscapes of the

Mediterranean coast. Both are fairly easy trails which can be

covered on foot, by bicycle or horse.

Another amusement area found in the inland of the province is

Saltapins Adventure Park, which you will find in the forest near

the town of Morella. There you will have the chance to slide onwires, cross suspension bridges and footbridges, etc. There are

several companies, whose professional teams will be available

in order for you to carry out adventure activities, such as down-

climbing, canoeing, covering vias ferratas in total safety. All of

these are options for enjoying nature and adventure.

The earths interior is open to you in the caves of Sant Josep,

in the municipality of La Vall dUix. The longest navigable

subterranean river in Europe will reveal the wonders hiddenby nature.

In a visit to La Valltorta Natural Park you will be able to admire

rock paintings listed as a natural heritage site. The visitors

centre and museum offer a very educational explanation of the

primitive history of the inhabitants of this area. The museum

boasts childrens activities and guided tours to several of the

natural rock shelters with rock paintings. The tickets to themuseum and the tours are free.

The province of Castelln is worth more than just one visit

to get to know the various activities you can enjoy here with

your family, which are complemented with a wide offer of

accommodation for family tourism; hotels (most of them

boasting leisure activities for children), camping sites, holiday

apartments, rural houses, etc.


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Enjoying paella next to the sea or truffle-stuffed lamb inland of the provinceare two not-to-be-missed experiences for the visitor to the province of

Castelln.

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GASTRONOMIC FUSION

Although typical dishes of the coastal or inland regions do exist, the two cuisines

of the Province of Castelln are fused together to create unique flavours for the palate,

whilst always formulated with the same healthy elements of the Mediterranean diet.

In Castelln, fruit and vegetables are in abundance, as are excellent olive oils, fish,

seafood, and, of course, outstanding lamb and pork. In addition to these basicingredients in Castelln cooking, the province is rich in one of the most prized

delicacies: the truffle, which will add flavour to a multitude of dishes, much to the

delight of the choosiest of connoisseurs.

Other elements fused together in the varied menu of this Mediterranean cuisine are

game, field mushrooms, award-winning cheeses (Benassal, Cat, Almedjar) and

cured products like Serrano ham or cecina (calf or goat leg, cured in the mountain air)

both of which are true delicacies of the region.

Fish and seafood deserve our attentionwhen sitting at a table in the province. If the

king prawns of Vinars enjoy international

repute, an extensive variety offrutos del

mar (seafood) meet the same standard.

Sea snails, date mussels, mantis shrimps,

cuttlefish, gilt-head bream, sea bass, red

mullet, and the humble anchovy or sardine,

recently caught by the Castelln fleet and

made according to tried and tested recipes

by local chefs, have a unique flavour not-

to-be-missed.

Good seafood paella, the typical suquet

de peix, arrs a banda (rice with fish);

fideu (noodle paella) and fish or seafoodstews, are regional dishes which reach

high standards of quality and flavour in

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Some of the abovementioned dishes haverice as one of the key ingredients, and it is

rice which rules in one of the main dishes

of Castelln cuisine: Paella. There are a

thousand-and-one ways to prepare this dish(almost everyone in Castelln has their own

recipe) which, when cooked (preferably)

on the wood of an orange tree, excels in

taste and flavour. However, in all of them

(apart from those made exclusively from

seafood) vegetables, meat (chicken and

rabbit mainly) and rice are brought together

to form one of the most well-known dishesof Mediterranean cuisine.

But there are also countless rice-based

recipes in Castelln: oven-baked rice; arrs

en costra (paella rice with sausages and

covered with an omelette); arrossejat (pan-

fried rice); broth, etc. are typical dishes both

from the coast and inland, and in each areathey have their own characteristic touches.

The smells of the sea and the orchards

of the coast morph bit by bit into a more

substantial cuisine in inland Castelln, a

change favoured by the climate.

Inland Castelln also boasts a simple

cuisine based on natural products which are

transformed into rich stews and broths or

game dishes, all accompanied by excellent

olive oil, a variety of field mushrooms and

truffles or perfumed with aromatic herbs.

The tasty lamb and pork products deserve

separate mention. The former has a unique

regional flavour as a result of the pastures

rich in aromatic herbs (thyme, rosemary,

etc.) in which it is bred, and which we can

savour in the simple grilled chops as well as

in the elaborate truffle-filled suckling lamb;and of the latter, which is surrounded by a

series of cultural traditions, our cuisine uses

every part. We draw your attention to the

tasty cold meats and preserves (which come

about as a result of the traditional matanza

(slaughtering season) and used to provide

food during the harsh winter days) and,

above all, the regions exquisite mountain-cured ham, which is produced with great

care and patience.

If the strong dishes of Castelln cuisine

are notable, the confectionary rooted in

ancient traditions, many of Arabic origin,

is second to none. This is reflected in good

torrons (nougat), almendrados (almondmacaroons), rossegons (diamond-shaped

almond biscuits), coques (cakes with

countless recipes and varieties: celestial,

malfeta, de castell, etc.), coll (curd

cheese), pastissets de cabello de ngel or

pastissets de boniato (cakes of pastry with

pumpkin and sugar or sweet potato), etc.

To enjoy these dishes to the full, they should

be accompanied with the best regional

wines, a good example of which are the

ones stamped with Geographical Indication

Vins de les Terres de Castell.


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Under this stamp we can find white, ros and red wines, as well as sweet muscatels, which can be happily brought together with any

tasty recipe of Castelln cuisine. This enormous gastronomic array, which we have hardly been able to do justice here, given that each

town and chef prepares the dishes with a personal touch, can be found in the province of Castelln. Numerous restaurants work every

day to maintain this heritage, renovate it and bring it up-to-date to suit modern palates, and gladly serve it up to any traveller wishing

to test their cooking skills, safe in the knowledge that they will always find excellent value for money which will doubtless make them

want to return to the gastronomic paradise so proudly laid claim to by the province of Castelln.

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YOUR WATER SPORTIN A SEA OF SENSATIONS

Enjoyment of the Mediterranean Sea is one of the main attractions for the numeroustravellers who choose Castelln as their destination for some days of rest and relaxation.

The 120 km of coastline of the province of Castelln offer countless opportunities to enjoy

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The Nautical Station of Benicarl Pescola,

the marinas of Vinars, Alcossebre, Oropesa del

Mar, Castelln de la Plana or Burriana are pointsof reference for lovers of nautical sports. There,

apart from the berths and the typical services

offered by marinas, we can find other possibilities

like trips along the coast, sports vessels rentals,

sailing courses, canoeing or scuba diving, etc.

Whether you have prior experience of water

sports or whether you want to start from scratch,

Castelln is the best way to experience a sea of

Mediterranean sensations.

If you dont regularly practise these sporting

activities but you want to watch them, you will

also find many opportunities in Castelln to

experience them first-hand, as the diary of events

is very full. In June, the Regata Castelln Costa

Azahar yacht race is of great interest and takes

place in the waters of el Grao de Castelln.

In addition to sailing sports, the Mediterranean

waters of Castelln are also excellent for

practising sport fishing or the abovementioned

scuba diving, of which the best example can be

found on the Columbretes Islands.

Yet, if you want to enjoy the Mediterranean Sea

in a different way, in lots of places on the beaches

of Castelln you have the opportunity to rent jet

skis or other kinds of vessels to spend enjoyable

and unforgettable moments in the province of

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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIESADVENTURE, HEALTH, COMPETITION, FUN

The province of Castelln unites sea and mountains. We may have mentioned the possibility ofwater sports, but this region, because of its varied geography and its benign climate, is the perfect

place to do all sorts of outdoor activities and make contact with nature.

As well as hiking along old paths and trails, we can go cycling or mountain bike-riding, climbing, canoeing or white-water canoeing,archery, paint-balling, canyoning, caving, etc.

These sporting activities can be carried out either through personal arrangements or by consultation with outdoor activity centres,

which can be found throughout the province. It should be pointed out that, whilst most of these sporting activities are suitable for

people of any age and physical condition, it is always better to experience them in the capable hands of professionals. Such people are

accustomed to these activities through daily experience, and are able to facilitate a means to go about them. These activities are very

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Golf is another sport greatly favoured by Castelln. Thanks to the 300 or more days of sun a year and the fields available, this sport

can be enjoyed all year round and the inconveniences of climate will never be an obstacle to improving your handicap, or starting out

as a novice golfer, using facilities which offer the services every golfer needs.

Sergio Garca is the great reality of golf in the province of Castelln and the celebration of the Castell Masters (tournament of the

European PGA Circuit), held in October, is the most important date in the full diary of competitions held throughout the year. If you

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HEALTH-IMPROVING WATERS

Castellns hot springs are composed of the spas of Montanejos and Villavieja, both situated inland, where their presence has

an invigorating effect on the local hotel industry, whilst at the same time spurring on the promotion of complementary tourism.

Montanejos is currently working to market itself as a Hot Spring Town and increase the tourist attractions in the area.

There are also springs in the province which have water with health-improving properties. Such is the case with the Font dEn

Segures in Besassal where the Valencian Bourgeoisie once went in search of cures for kidney infections. A similar case is in LAvell

Spa in Cat or that of Navajas in the Alto Palancia district. Both in Benassal and in Navajas there are plans to build spas with modern

installations.

New habits and new tourist destinations often bring with them better contact with nature,with environments associated with healthy living. The therapeutic use both of hot springs

and of sea water is starting to be valued again, and a large part of society is willing and able

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The spring waters of LAvell in Cat and Fuente en Segures in Benassal are commercialised, as are the mineral medicinal springs of

Cortes de Arenoso, Bejs, Artana, Almedijar, Azubar and Chvar. The county council is currently working to commercialise them

under the same label Aguas Minerales de Castelln.

In addition, there are other types of establishments in the coastal areas and inland of the province which complement the activities of

the aforementioned spas, like thalassotherapy, fitness, health and beauty centres and hotels with spa, as well as other establishments

which offer services for holidays where health and body care and relaxation are the order of the day.

Among other establishments within the Marine Hot Spring category, El Palasiet in Benicssim and the Balneario de Marina DOr in

Oropesa del Mar are particularly notable.

As well as the marketing of these spas and springs, the province of Castelln boasts many fountains and springs of mineral medicinalwater, many of which are located in areas of outstanding natural beauty. A visit to these places will allow us to find ourselves among

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The congress centres of the city of Castelln and Pescola are the two most significant centres tohold congresses, conventions or meetings in the province of Castelln. Both of them boast modular

rooms that can adapt to the different needs of each kind of event. They are located in towns offering

excellent accommodation and services and are bestowed with many attractions for leisure time

after a business day.

In these two places, and others dotted about the province, you can find all the services and professionals at your disposal to organiseall kinds of events to meet your needs.

As for the interior of the province, the Convention Bureau Interior Castelln offers many possibilities to organise events in towns and

unique places in inland Castelln. They are quiet spots which combine state-of-the-art facilities, so that your business meetings, days

or events run smoothly, with natural spots, very interesting monuments or outdoor spots and adventure areas.

Whatever choice you make, either in a coastal town or surrounded by mountains, apart from modern premises, you will enjoy all thecharm that Castelln has to offer to every visitor, whether your stay is for business or pleasure.

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The coastline of Castelln should be proud to be one of the most appreciatedtourist destinations in the Spanish Mediterranean. It is because of its beautiful

and well looked-after beaches, together with a wide choice of tourist options, that

travellers feel especially attracted to this land.

Fantastic weather is the perfect accompaniment to the enjoyment of an unforgettable

holiday. If, on top of all this, we add a large quantity of varied accommodation,

Castelln becomes the ideal place to spend your free time.

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QUALITY SERVICES IN THE PROVINCE OF CASTELLNHOTELS, MODERNITY AND CHARM: ACCOMMODATION TO DISCOVER

Along its coastline, the province ofCastelln boasts modern hotels of all

classes that offer numerous services

to fulfil the needs of its clients. Any

traveller choosing a hotel will surely

find here the accommodation that best

meets their expectations, always withvalue for money which is more than fair.

Beachfront hotels, urban hotels, spa

hotels, apartment hotels, charming

hotels make up the choice of accom-

modation which allow you to enjoy

the sun, the beaches and, of course,

the warm Mediterranean Sea, which

favours a way of life offering unique

sensations.

If you choose to stay in an apartment

for your holidays in Castelln, you will

also find a wide variety of options atthe seaside, so that you can select the

accommodation that offers the best

level of comfort in keeping with your

holiday expectations.

On the other hand, if you choose a

campsite, the province of Castelln has

a wide range of facilities available for all

its visitors to enjoy. There is an abun-

dance of excellent services integrated

in sites which allow the enjoyment of

fresh air, and in many of which we can

also choose to stay in a bungalow or a

mobile home.

Whatever your choice for spending

some days in the province of Castelln

we are sure that you will have tourism

professionals at your disposal, so that

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As well as the excellent offerings of sunshine and beaches, there is the inland filledwith touristic, natural, cultural and gastronomic inducements which, at a short

distance from the coast, reveal true marvels for us to discover.

To allow us to discover the treasures of inland Castelln comfortably, the province

has a significant network of accommodation available, where excellent value for

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There are places to stay which protectthe history and culture of our towns,

which respect the environment and are

managed by proprietors who support

the rural environment as a value for

the future.

The accommodation options in inland

Castelln range from charming hotels

located in ancient palaces, mansions or

farmhouses, to rural dwellings which

have been renovated with all the care

and attention of their owners with a

view to achieve maximum comfort

for their guests. Hostels, campsites,

wooden cabins, tourist apartments

are other types of accommodation

which can be selected on a visit to

inland Castelln. Each and every one

of these options will make us feel like

we have stumbled across a privilegedplace, full of contrasts, in which we can

observe the rural surroundings in all

their splendour.

As for rural accommodation, these can

be shared (either with the owners or

with other travellers) or for private

use. Currently, rural accommodation

has two categories (standard and

luxury) allowing us to find out the

characteristics of each in an easy and

comfortable way.

Castelln is one of the Spanishprovinces with the biggest selection

of rural tourism accommodation, and

within the Valencian Community it

boasts 50% of that offered by all three

of the Communitys provinces. As

such, Castelln has a large and varied

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E There is information about the tourism opportunities in the provinceof Castelln and all its accommodation on the website::www.turismodecastellon.com

To find accommodation that is part of the inland accommodation

club, we can visit the website:

www.tempsalojamientosdeinterior.com

To get information about accommodation belonging to the Provincial

Association of Hotel Management and Tourism of Castelln:

www.castellonyturismo.comor www.ashotur.org

Information about accommodation belonging to the Provincial

Association of Campsites of the Valencian Community and Castelln:

www.castelloncampings.net

Tourism of Congresses:Information about the Congress Centres of Castelln and Pescola:

www.palaudecongressos.com

Information about the Inland Convention Bureau:

www.convencionesinteriorcastellon.com

If you dont have access to the Internet you can request information about

the province of Castelln on the telephone number +34 964 359 883or via the following postal address:

Patronato Provincial de Turismo de Castelln

Diputaci Provincial - Penyeta Roja

12004 Castelln

SPAIN

If you have access to the Internet you can request information using the e-mail address:[email protected]

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TOURIST INFO OFFICES

TOURIST INFO ALBOCSSERTel.: +34 964 428 127 / Fax: +34 964 428 359

www.albocasser.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO ALCAL DE XIVERTTel.: +34 964 410 647

www.alcossebre.org

TOURIST INFO ALCOSSEBRETel.: +34 964 412 205 / Fax: +34 964 414 534

www.alcossebre.org

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO ALMASSORATel.: +34 964 551 887 / Fax: +34 964 551 887

www.almassora.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO ALMENARATel.: +34 962 623 100 / Fax: +34 962 623 100

www.almenara.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO ALTURA

Tels.: +34 964 147 075, +34 964 146 266 (Town Hall)www.altura-ayuntamiento.com/

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO BEJSTel.: +34 964 120 806

www.bejis.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO BENASSALTel.: +34 964 442 004 / Fax: +34 964 431 411 (Town Hall)

www.benassal.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO BENICARLTel.: +34 964 473 180 / Fax: +34 964 473 180

www.ajuntamentdebenicarlo.org

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO BENICSSIMTels.: +34 +34 964 300 102, +34 964 300 962

Fax: +34 964 300 139

www.benicassim.org

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO BURRIANATel.: +34 964 570 753 / Fax: +34 964 510 955

www.turismoburriana.com

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO CABANESTel.: +34 964 657 032 / Fax: +34 964 331 931 (Town Hall)

www.cabanes.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO CASTELLNTel.: +34 964 358 688 / Fax: +34 964 358 689

www.comunitatvalenciana.com

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO CATTels.: +34 964 409 015, +34 964 409 154

Fax: +34 964 409 154

www.cati.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO CINCTORRESTel.: +34 964 181 417

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO FORCALLTel.: +34 964 171 290 / Fax: +34 964 171 001 (Town Hall)

www.forcall.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO GRAO DE CASTELLNTels.: +34 902 203 130, +34 964 283 621

Fax: +34 964 283 202

www.castellonturismo.com

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO JRICATel.: +34 964 128 004 / Fax: +34 964 129 045

www.jerica.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO LALCORATel.: +34 964 033 099 / Fax: +34 964 386 455 (Town Hall)

www.lalcora.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO LA VALL DUIXTel.: +34 964 660 785

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO MONCOFATel.: +34 964 588 557

www.platgesdemoncofa.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO MONTANEJOSTel.: +34 964 131 153 / Fax: +34 964 131 152

www.montanejos.com

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO MORELLATel.: +34 964 173 032 / Fax: +34 964 161 071

www.morellaturistica.com

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO NAVAJASTel.: +34 964 713 913 / Fax: +34 964 710 338

www.navajasturismo.com

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO NULESTel.: +34 964 659 303 / Fax: +34 964 674 931 (Town Hall)

www.nules.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO ONDATel.: +34 964 602 855 / Fax: +34 964 604 133 (Town Hall)

www.onda.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO OROPESA DEL MARTel.: +34 964 312 320 / Fax: +34 964 312 491

www.oropesadelmar.es

[email protected]

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO OROPESA DEL MAR- AMPLARIESTel.: +34 964 314 134 / Fax: +34 964 312 491

www.oropesadelmar.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO PESCOLATel.: +34 964 480 208 / Fax: +34 964 489 392

www.peniscola.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO SANT MATEUTel.: +34 964 416 658 / Fax: +34 964 416 129

www.santmateu.com

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO SEGORBETel.: +34 964 713 254 / Fax: +34 964 711 953

www.segorbe.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO TINENA DE BENIFASSTel.: +34 977 576 259

www.lapobladebenifassa.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO TORREBLANCATel.: +34 964 421 212 / Fax: +34 964 420 125

www.torreblanca.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO TRIGTel.: +34 964 418 668 / Fax: +34 964 418 502 (Town Hall)

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO TRAIGUERATels.: +34 964 765 869, +34 964 495 186 (Town Hall)

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO VILA-REALTel.: +34 964 500 219

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO VILAFAMSTel.: +34 964 329 970 / Fax: +34 964 329 286 (Town Hall)

www.vilafames.com

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO VILAFRANCATels.: +34 964 441 432, +34 964 441 004 (Town Hall)

Fax: +34 964 440 183 (Town Hall)

www.ajuntamentdevilafranca.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO VINARSTel.: +34 964 453 334 / Fax: +34 964 455 625

www.turisme.vinaros.es

[email protected]

TOURIST INFO XILXESTel.: +34 964 583 446 / Fax: +34 964 583 446

www.xilxes.es

www.turisme.xilxes.es

[email protected]

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