Peñíscola, to the north of the Valencia region, is a small town that belongs to the Spain's Most Beautiful Villages association. Some introduction, right? Book aPeñíscola getaway and explore this town with its culture steeped in the sea and tradition.
Natural beauty is the main reason to visit Peñíscola. A fine example of this is the nearly ten-mile long Sierra de Irta natural park, perfect for excursions that show off Mediterranean flora and fauna in all its splendour. At the foot of this rocky mountain range and its sheer cliffs you will find the Russo beach, with its fascinating sand-dune ecosystem.
The average temperature between June and September, which is close to 24ºC, is perfect for enjoying the coves at Cala L'Aljub, an ideal spot for relaxation as it is never very crowded, even in summer, or Cala Azul, where the sun shines almost all day. However, if we are going to talk about Peñíscola and its beaches, we cannot fail to mention Playa Norte, the best known of all for its proximity to the old town. Over three miles of fine sand await, perfect for water sports or just lying in the sun.
At the end of Playa Norte beach is Peñíscola Castle, built by the Knights Templars in 1304 on the site of an old Arab citadel. It stands on the highest part ofthe rock that dominates the city and a guided tour is the ideal way to round off aPeñíscola holiday package. Do not miss the gardens or the breathtaking views from the highest part of the fortress.
The nearest airports to Peñíscola are Reus and Valencia, 83 and 95 miles away respectively. The easiest way to reach the town is to rent a vehicle or use your own. If not, travel to the Benicarló-Peñíscola train station, where medium- and long-distance trains stop. Don't let anything stop you from taking aPeñíscola getaway!
