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Top ten things to do in Castellón

Top ten things to do in Castellón

From thermal springs to castles and music festivals, The Local guides you through the best things to do in Spain’s newest tourist hotspot – Castellón.

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<b>Castellón Cathedral</b>: Castellón’s imposing gothic Santa Maria cathedral is located in the city’s Plaza Mayor (main square) next to the bell tower known as El Fadrí.Photo: Shutterstock
<b>Contemporary Art Museum, Villafamés</b>: This hilltop village 26km from Castellón is well worth a visit for its beautiful whitewashed houses as well as its famed museum of contemporary art. The museum is housed in the imposing 15th century Palacio de la Bailía and features a range of contemporary paintings and sculptures. Photo: Wikipedia commons/Espencat
<b>Mercardo Central Castellón</b>: Open Monday – Saturday (7am – 3pm) Castellón’s central market offers visitors a slice of local life, and an insight into some of the region’s favourite foodstuffs. From whole piglets ready for the spit roast to freshly caught fish and seafood, foodies are in for a gastronomic treat. Photo: castellonturismo.com
<b>Montanejos Hot Springs</b>: Nestled among dramatic cliffs, the Montanejos Hot Springs are a must for anyone in need of a relaxing day out. Chill out on the beach before taking a dip in the thermal waters or a shower under the waterfall.Photo: Vic/Flickr
<b>Aquarama Water Park</b>: Perfect for those with children, or for the young at heart, Aquarama water park in Benicassim boasts the highest water slide in Europe, “The Devil’s Drop” which at a staggering 30 metres will give you breathtaking views over the region before you take the plunge. Photo: Screen grab: Aquarama/Youtube
<b>Benicassim Music Festival</b>:
It's a venerable stalwart of Spain’s music festivals, dubbed Glastonbury on Sea or Glasto-del-Sol, it attracts an impressive line-up of international indie bands and hoards of campers to its beachside stages each July.Photo: FIB Benicassim Festival/Flickr.com
<b>Peñiscola Castle</b>:
Built by the Knight’s Templar, this spectacular fortress broadly crowns the fortified island town of Peñiscola with its narrow cobbled streets within city walls. Walk in the footsteps of Charlton Heston who filmed on location here in Anthony Mann’s epic film El Cid.Photo: Gabriel Villena / Flickr.com
<b>Via Verde green route</b>:
This gentle route along a disused railway is perfect for a summer seaside stroll or cycle ride weaving along the coastal path between Benicassim and Oropesa del Mar. Take a pause at one of the  rocky promontories along the way to enjoy views of the Costa del Azahar. Photo: Daniel Cuesta / Flickr.com
<b>Los Coves de Sant Josep</b>:
Famed as the longest navigable subterranean river in Europe, it is possible to tour the caves of La Vall d'Uixo in wooden boats. Enjoy the crystal clear water and cathedral like caverns but not a trip to take if you are claustrophopic.Photo: riosubterraneo.com
<b>Parque natural Islas Columbretes</b>: Once a favoured haven of fishermen, pirates and smugglers this archipelago 50km off the coast of the Castellón is now an ecological reserve rich in flora and fauna. Local tour companies offer boat trips out to the islands.Photo: Manel/Flickr


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