Torreblanca between Wetlands, Beaches and Culture

Torreblanca connects the town centres of Torreblanca and Torrenostra with the nature park: the 21.75-kilometre circular route “Rincones de Torreblanca” runs through this connection. It presents no particular physical or technical difficulties and runs mostly along paved paths.

Cycling

The linear route “A La Gola del Trenc” offers a different perspective. It begins at Torreblanca railway station, runs along the edge of Prat Nature Park and continues through the park to Gola del Trenc. There, an observation point offers a good view of the wetland. The route is 3.84 kilometres long, likewise presents no particular physical or technical difficulties and runs on paved paths for approximately half of its length.

“Torreblanca en Bici” comprises more than 50 kilometres of signposted routes that can be ridden individually, with the family or in a group. The circular route “Iniciación a la Montaña” begins in the town centre of Torreblanca and is suitable for all users. Different route lengths, linear and circular routes, as well as various surfaces, provide several points of comparison for planning your day.

Nature and Beach

Prat de Cabanes-Torreblanca Nature Park is the most important wetland in the province of Castellón and is considered one of the least altered wetlands in the Valencian Community. The nature park is also included in the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance. Playa Sur is a protected natural beach located in the centre of the nature park.

The wide urban beach of Playa Torrenostra has two long breakwaters that calm the water, making it suitable for swimming. Playa Norte is a long sandy and gravel beach with a gently sloping seabed of fine sand without uneven surfaces. Playa de Torrenostra is located in the immediate vicinity of Torreblanca; Playa del Moro, Playa Romana and Playa del Cargador are located in the surrounding area of Torreblanca.

Other destinations: Almedíjar, Fanzara, Aín, Villafranca Del Cid, Culla, Borriol, Rossell

Culture and History

The Iglesia de San Francisco in Torreblanca dates from the 15th century, served for defence and belongs to the Morellan Gothic style. The Ermita del Calvario is a protected cultural heritage ensemble in Torreblanca. It comprises the original fortress church of San Francisco, the Capilla del Santísimo Cristo del Calvario and an ascending zigzag path.

The Iglesia Parroquial de San Bartolomé has three naves, four bays and side chapels. Its crossing dome is covered with blue glazed tiles; direct light enters through eight windows. The interior includes, among other works, the “Salvador” by Josep Ferrer, scenes from the life of Saint Bartholomew by Joaquín Oliet, and a 17th-century painting by José Orient depicting the Berber pirate raid of 1397.

The Stations of the Cross at Calvario are made of ashlar and arranged along gently ascending zigzag paths lined with cypress trees. Some bear dedications and dates from 1739 to 1741. The Luis Elvira Anticuario Museum is located in the surrounding area of Torreblanca. In the wider regional area are Castillo de Oropesa, Museo del Naipe and the Buddhist monastery Monasterio Budista de Castellón, Sakya Tashi Ling.

To the higher-level travel overview: Castellon.