Castillo de Cervera

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Listed a Site of Cultural Interest, Cervera del Maestre castle was part of a defence line designed to stop the advance of Christian troops during the Conquest.

Castillo de Cervera del Maestre perches atop a hill, affording spectacular vistas over El Baix Maestrat. Built in the 12th century by the Almohads, this Moorish fortress was used to defend the area from the Christian troops during the Conquest. The castle was part of a defence line comprising Castillo de Peñíscola, Castillo de Xivert and Castillo de Morella.

The fortress was destroyed by Philip V of Spain during the War of Spanish Succession and is currently in ruins. Still standing, however, are sections of the curtain wall and towers, as well as the keep. In recent years, archaeologists have unearthed some incredible finds such as a carved stone seat complete with two armrests and a footstool. It is thought to have been a throne in the Iron Age.

The area inside the curtain walls is of no particular shape and occupies a total surface area of 5,000m2, covering the whole hilltop. The castle sits 316m above sea level and affords views over Sierra de Irta and Delta del Ebro; these vistas are reason enough to visit.

Come to Cervera del Maestre castle to explore a 900-year-old fortress that has borne testament to countless wars and battles. We hope you enjoy your visit.