Peñíscola - Costa d'Azahar

Peñíscola is located in the north of the Valencia Region in Castellon Province, just over an hour north of Valencia and 2 hours south of Barcelona on the Mediterranean coast

Peñíscola has a privileged position on the Mediterranean. This historical town runs parallel to the coast where the impressive 14th century castle of Pope Pedro Luna (Benedict XIII) and is perched 64 metres above the sea. This provides the focal point of the ancient medieval city making it an impressive site for miles around.

As well as offering historical sites Peñíscola also provides a long and beautiful ‘blue-flag’ sandy beach (5km long). The beach has lifeguards, disabled access and leisure activities, such as, beach volleyball, children’s games, sun loungers, canoes and pedal-boats to hire and with its gentle sloping beach it is an ideal place for families with children.

The wide promenade in Peñíscola is planted with palm trees and runs along the main beach all the way to next town of Benicarló. Along the promenade there are cafeterias, restaurants, newsagents and shops specialising in sun products and accessories for beach holidays. There is also a cycle path which provides a very pleasant ride along the coast. To the south of Peñíscola there is another Sandy Beach over-looking the Harbour and for those preferring quieter beaches there are several coved beaches to enjoy along the coast with some situated in the National Park of Sierra de Irta a few kilometers south of the town.