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Winter in Peñíscola
Enjoy our special charm during the winter months
1. WINTER IN PEÑÍSCOLA:
“Peñíscola also enjoys a special charm in winter. Its good weather and mild temperatures make it the ideal place to enjoy numerous activities with the tranquility that is guaranteed by this small town. Therefore, we are pleased to offer you a range of activities that we hope you enjoy”.
Sports and nature: The Sierra de Irta nature reserve is our best-kept treasure. It is an ideal place to go hiking, mountain biking, swim in any of its 15 coves or calmly stroll along enjoying nature. The reserve runs parallel to the coastline along 15 km with cliffs, beaches and coves that form a spectacular coastal landscape. Its great singularity is the combination of the sea and mountains at an extremely close proximity, with wonderful views of the coast from the highest peaks, and even views of the Columbretes Islands.
Links of interest:
1. Hiking routes
2. Mountain bike routes
3. Sierra d´Irta hiking centre:
Website: www.ceserradirta.com
E-mail: cesdip@gmail.com
Cultural tourism: Find out more about the history and heritage of one of the three pontifical cities in the world, together with Rome and Avignon. With our five routes (link to the routes space), you will learn about the stories and secrets that made Peñíscola an important city during the 14th and 15th centuries. You will also be able to visit the castle, the 'Bufador', the Maritime Museum, the Casa de las Pechinas, etc.”
“Peñíscola also enjoys a special charm in winter. Its good weather and mild temperatures make it the ideal place to enjoy numerous activities with the tranquility that is guaranteed by this small town. Therefore, we are pleased to offer you a range of activities that we hope you enjoy”.
Sports and nature: The Sierra de Irta nature reserve is our best-kept treasure. It is an ideal place to go hiking, mountain biking, swim in any of its 15 coves or calmly stroll along enjoying nature. The reserve runs parallel to the coastline along 15 km with cliffs, beaches and coves that form a spectacular coastal landscape. Its great singularity is the combination of the sea and mountains at an extremely close proximity, with wonderful views of the coast from the highest peaks, and even views of the Columbretes Islands.
Links of interest:
1. Hiking routes
2. Mountain bike routes
3. Sierra d´Irta hiking centre:
Website: www.ceserradirta.com
E-mail: cesdip@gmail.com
Cultural tourism: Find out more about the history and heritage of one of the three pontifical cities in the world, together with Rome and Avignon. With our five routes (link to the routes space), you will learn about the stories and secrets that made Peñíscola an important city during the 14th and 15th centuries. You will also be able to visit the castle, the 'Bufador', the Maritime Museum, the Casa de las Pechinas, etc.”
Links:1. Routes through the old quarters
Events and cultural activities: Peñíscola is a town of culture and events. During the year you can enjoy music concerts, symphony orchestras, theatre plays, festivals, cinema, exhibitions, etc. A host of activities that make Peñiscola an ideal place to spend the winter months.
The marvellous Conference Centre of Peñiscola has an auditorium with a capacity of 700 people, where a great number of cultural activities are held.
Links:
1. Castelló Cultural
2. City of events
3. Calendar of events
Gastronomy: “Winter is the best time to taste our typical cuisine. But only after finding out more about the origin of our secret: the sea. Come along to the port around 5 pm and admire the unloading of the daily catch. You can also taste “Pope Luna’s Tisane” in any coffee bar or restaurant. This was the medieval infusion that helped Pope Luna to recover from an attempt to poison him in 1418.
Links:
1. Gastronomy
2. www.tisanadelpapaluna.com
3. Restaurant guide