Castellón de la Plana

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Castellón de la Plana

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Castellón de la Plana connects the Costa del Azahar with the mountainous inland areas of Maestrazgo and the Desert de les Palmes, offering a combination of water and mountain activities that is unusual for a Mediterranean provincial capital. Desert de les Palmes Natural Park, less than 20 kilometres from the city, concentrates mid-mountain trails through pine forests and Mediterranean scrub with coastal views, as well as intermediate and advanced mountain biking routes. Sea kayaking along the coves and rocky seabeds of the Costa del Azahar adds a nautical dimension that is accessible for much of the year. Further inland, the Maestrazgo region — about 70 kilometres away — offers high plateau landscapes, gorges and medieval villages ideal for multi-day horse riding and hiking routes. Diving on the mixed coastal seabeds near Castellón and climbing sectors close to the city complete an offering that allows varied weekend getaways depending on each group's level and interests.

Highlights

  • • Sea kayaking and diving along the coves and rocky seabeds of the Costa del Azahar
  • • Mountain biking and hiking in Desert de les Palmes Natural Park, 20 km from the city
  • • Horse riding through the medieval landscapes and gorges of Maestrazgo
  • • Sport climbing on limestone sectors near Castellón with coastal views

Best time to visit

Spring is the best time for hiking in Desert de les Palmes and Maestrazgo routes, when the landscape is green and temperatures are pleasant.

Practical tips

To experience both coast and inland, combine a morning kayaking on the Costa del Azahar with an afternoon hiking in Desert de les Palmes, both less than 30 minutes from Castellón.

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In Castellón de la Plana there are activities of these types:

Near Castellón de la Plana there are also activities of these types: Rock climbing, Paddle surf, Parachuting, Windsurfing, Via ferrata.

Castellón de la Plana has 4 kid-friendly activities.
Castellón offers kayaking and diving on the Costa del Azahar, mountain biking and hiking in Desert de les Palmes, horse riding in Maestrazgo and climbing on nearby limestone sectors. The proximity of coast and mountain makes it easy to combine water and land activities in a single day.
Spring and autumn are ideal for hiking in Desert de les Palmes and Maestrazgo routes, with temperatures between 15 and 25 °C. Summer is peak season for kayaking and diving on the coast; winter is mild and allows hiking and climbing without extreme cold.
On Picuco you can book with certified companies operating on the coast and in Maestrazgo. Most water activities include a guide and safety equipment. For horse riding routes in Maestrazgo, booking at least 48 hours in advance is recommended.