Requesens Castle

Requesens Castle is a granite fortress standing on a hilltop at about 512 meters elevation, overlooking the southern valley below Mount Neulós. The structure features solid walls and multiple towers that demonstrate its defensive design.

First documented mention dates to 1040, when Count Ponce I of Ampurias protested its construction by his cousin on land within his county. In the late 1800s, the structure was entirely renewed using contemporary methods.

The castle was entirely rebuilt in the 1890s using local granite and traditional craftsmanship that reflected regional building customs. Visitors see today a structure that combines historical forms with careful reconstruction methods.

The site is open to visitors only on weekends, so plan your visit accordingly. The location sits on a hilltop, which means the grounds are suited for walking exploration and appropriate footwear is recommended.

During a historical siege, defenders reportedly served fresh fish from an underground river to attackers, causing them to abandon the siege. This suggests the defenders had sufficient supplies and hidden water sources to withstand a long assault.

Location: La Jonquera

Architects: Alexandre Comalat i Garriga

Architectural style: historicist architecture

Elevation above the sea: 512 m

Address: Camí de Requesens, des de Cantallops

Opening Hours: Saturday-Sunday 10:30-13:00

Phone: +34646179509

Website: http://fincaderequesens.cat

GPS coordinates: 42.44662,2.94440

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42