Castellet de Carrícola, Medieval castle in El Palomar, Spain
The Castellet de Carrícola stands on a rock at 415 meters elevation within the Protected Natural Area of Ombría del Benicadell near Valencia.
Built between the 10th and 12th centuries during Islamic rule, the castle formed part of the defensive fortifications along Sierra de Benicadell controlling access to Alicante.
The rectangular tower and courtyard structure represents Islamic architectural elements with its masonry and plaster construction techniques from medieval Valencia.
Visitors can access the restored tower interior and climb to the terrace through a 3.5-kilometer hiking trail starting from the western entrance of Carrícola.
Archaeological excavations in 2009 revealed a base measuring 10 by 5 meters with remnants of ancient battlements still visible at the upper edge.
Location: El Palomar
Elevation above the sea: 415 m
Height: 10.6 m
GPS coordinates: 38.83588,-0.47306
Latest update: March 21, 2025 16:58
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