Watchtowers of Cabanes

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One of the best things to do in Cabanes is to visit its historic watchtowers.

The watchtowers of Cabanes, in Castellón, are living history and a highly emblematic part of the local landscape.

These lookout towers once protected farmers from pirate attacks and should be on your list of things to see in Cabanes. In particular, there are four structures: Torre Carmelet, Torre de la Sal, Torre del Carmen, and Torre dels Gats.

Torre dels Gats, square in plan and rising three storeys high, preserves rounded sentry boxes and arrow slits, and takes its name from the nickname of its last owners. Torre Carmelet, similar in structure, stands out for its machicolation and a noble coat of arms. Torre de la Sal, located near the coastline, stands on an Iberian and Roman archaeological site and features a semicircular arched doorway and machicolations. Torre del Carmen, also known as Torre Mañez, retains part of its sentry boxes and shows signs of more recent restoration work.

Together, this defensive complex reflects coastal surveillance and agricultural life in the area during the 16th century. Sign up for a hiking activity and discover the watchtowers of Cabanes!