Peralta de la Sal – Culture between Saltworks and Castles

The saltworks of Peralta de la Sal were used continuously for salt production for around 2,000 years, until the end of the 20th century. Their landscape comprises evaporation ponds in which saltwater is distributed through hollowed-out, interlocking wooden channels.

When choosing a holiday apartment in Peralta de la Sal, you can set your preferred focus between culture, landscape and activities. On accommodation listing pages, you can compare travel dates, room categories and cancellation policies, for example.

Culture

The saltworks of Peralta de la Sal are designated as a Bien de Interés Cultural. The Iglesia de Santa María, built in the 17th century, features stucco work in the Mudéjar tradition on its vaults, choir lofts, galleries, arch reveals and dome. The church is classified as a Bien Catalogado of the cultural heritage of Aragón.

The Santuario de San José de Calasanz has a chapel built above the birthplace of San José de Calasanz as its central feature. The Lo Pilaret site is also connected to his history: at the exit of Peralta de la Sal on the road to Azanuy lies a landscaped site with a grandstand-shaped monument, side staircases and an olive tree standing on top. The monument commemorates an episode from the childhood of San José de Calasanz.

History

The remains of two fortifications survive at Castillo de la Mora. They include a 12-by-11-metre keep, an arched entrance, a vaulted cistern and remnants of the walls. Castillo de la Mora is included in the list of castles in Aragón classified as Bienes de Interés Cultural and stands on a 772-metre-high hill.

Another testament to historical use is the well-preserved Pozo de Hielo de Peralta de la Sal. It was used to obtain ice for transporting and preserving food, as well as for making ice cream and soft drinks.

Landscape

The mountains of Tossal Gros and Montdevalls, as well as the Santuari del Vilet church, are located in the vicinity of Peralta de la Sal. The surrounding area also includes the peaks of Berguelli and San Quílez, as well as the ruins of Sant Jaume de Miravet. The Castillo de Monzón fortress and Castell de Fals castle are located farther afield in the region.

Other Places

For regional orientation, additional town pages lead to La Puebla De Castro, Sahún, Tierrantona, Almunia De San Juan, La Puebla de Roda, Panzano, Mediano and Azanúy.

Activities

The GR 23 Senderos por La Litera long-distance trail passes through Peralta de la Sal. In the municipality of Peralta de Calasanz, there are climbing routes at Roca de Migdia. The Belén de Javier is also located there, with more than 300 figures, most of which are movable.

For the overarching travel overview: Huesca.