El Grau De Castelló between the sea, lighthouse and nature

El Grau De Castelló can be discovered through maritime history, nature and scientific outreach. The El far del Grau lighthouse was first illuminated on 22 July 1917. As an octagonal tower made of hewn stone blocks, it has a balcony, a tower structure and a lantern; it is part of maritime signalling. At this building, a fixed date combines with distinctive architectural details and the history of coastal shipping.

Maritime history at the Museu de la Mar

At the Museu de la Mar, a permanent exhibition displays 274 exhibits and more than 70 photographs. The topics range from boats and plans to tools, everyday objects and fishing equipment. A self-guided visit using exhibition panels, exhibits and models is possible; the stated duration is 45 minutes. This allows you to fit the visit independently and conveniently into your day.

Nature experience at Parc del Pinar

Parc del Pinar places a clear emphasis on nature. Centuries-old pine trees grow there, and the park is also home to numerous bird species and one of the largest colonies of red squirrels in the province. The park also has an area for paellas and barbecues, as well as a municipal swimming pool that is open in summer. If you would like to combine nature observation with time outdoors, you will find different opportunities here within the same park setting.

Science on the Passeig Marítim

The Planetari Castelló was the first building of its kind in the Comunitat Valenciana and is an important centre for scientific outreach. It is located on the Mediterranean at the beginning of the Passeig Marítim and has a 25-metre-high white dome. In this way, a clearly recognisable building by the sea adds a scientific theme to the maritime and cultural side of El Grau De Castelló.

El Grao on foot or by bicycle

El Grao can be explored on foot or by bicycle. Points of interest include Plaza del Mar and the Club Náutico. These two names provide concrete orientation for your exploration without requiring you to commit to a particular way of getting around.

Museums and beaches in the surrounding area

The Museu de la Taronja museum is located in the immediate vicinity of El Grao. The Museo Municipal de Almazora, the Casa de Polo museum and the Museu Medallistica museum are also located in the surrounding area. This creates a distinction in your travel planning between the attractions in El Grao and other museums nearby.

Several beaches are also located around El Grao: Playa de Borriana is in the immediate vicinity, while Playa la Torre, Playa Con Piedras and Playa del Serrallo are in the surrounding area. You can therefore structure your stay according to your interest in maritime history, nature, scientific topics or additional beach and museum visits.

For the overarching travel overview: Castellón De La Plana.