Benicarló: Iberian History, Coast and Trails
Accommodation in Benicarló
Benicarló is a destination for travelers who want to combine culture, trails, the coast and regional cuisine in a single stay. The archaeological site of Puig de la Nau dates back to the Late Bronze Age; however, most of the structures visible during a visit belong to the Iberian culture. This creates a place where you can shape your stay around visible structures, historical themes and destinations within the municipality.
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History, Museum and Architectural Heritage
At the MUCBE, the permanent exhibition “Terra d'Ibers” explains who the Iberians were and how they lived more than 2,500 years ago. The MUCBE is housed in a restored former Franciscan monastery. You can visit the ruins of Puig de la Nau all year round by arranging an appointment with the MUCBE in advance. The Iberian settlement of Benicarló can also be visited year-round by arranging an appointment in advance by telephone or in writing.
A scheduled guided tour of Benicarló’s historic center begins at the MUCBE and leads to the traditional Casa benicarlanda, the old prison, the former Casa de la Vila and Casa de la Baronessa. Casa Bosch is a modernist building in Benicarló; the parish church of San Bartolomé Apóstol dates from the 18th century. The historical span therefore extends from the Late Bronze Age through the Iberian culture and the 18th century to Modernism.
Trails Through the Municipality
In the western part of the municipality of Benicarló, the Route de los Mojones y Hornos de Cal passes around 20 boundary markers and around 10 lime kilns. It can be completed on foot or by bicycle. The municipality also has seven signposted health routes and healthy walking trails that can be completed on foot, by bicycle or on horseback.
The route with boundary markers and lime kilns has a different focus from the health routes. If you would like to plan different ways of getting around, these trails are available for walking and cycling; horseback riding is also possible on the health routes.
Coast and Practical Information
Mar Xica is located next to the marina in the northern part of Benicarló. The area is approximately 1,000 meters long and 20 meters wide. Mar Xica can be reached by car via the N-340 and a parking area; you can also walk there from Benicarló.
Information about sea conditions is available for Morrongo Beach. Alongside the historical and scenic destinations, this adds a specific coastal element to your travel planning.
Regional Cuisine
During the “Jornades Gastronòmiques de la Carxofa”, the city’s restaurants prepare complete menus. This gives your stay a clear culinary focus in addition to history, architectural heritage and outdoor activities.
Choose Your Accommodation Based on Your Travel Interests
Those who focus on culture, trails, the coast or cuisine will find specific points of interest in Benicarló. This allows you to choose a hotel in Benicarló according to the daily rhythm you set for your Valencia trip: with scheduled visits, excursions along marked trails, a coastal destination or a gastronomic event.
More Destinations for Regional Orientation
More destinations: Bell-lloc, Viver, Tírig, Atzeneta del Maestrat, Caudiel, Sarratella, Castellón De La Plana
For the higher-level travel overview: Castellon.
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