Castillo de Fuste, Defense tower in Caleta de Fuste, Spain.
Castillo de Fuste is a round stone structure with two levels supported by a central pillar, featuring a drawbridge entrance. The building sits right at the coastline and displays typical features of 18th-century coastal fortifications with sturdy, compact design.
Engineer Claudio de Lisne built this coastal fortress in 1743 to protect Fuerteventura's shores from pirate raids and foreign invasion attempts. Over time, the structure was strengthened to better withstand repeated attacks.
The fortress carries protected cultural status, reflecting its importance as a record of Spanish military building traditions. Visitors can see how the circular design on the coast was shaped by the need to defend against attacks from the sea.
You can reach the fortress by walking along the coastal path from Caleta de Fuste's main beach, with parking available near the entrance. The walk is easy and offers sea views along the way to the fortress.
The fortress walls were originally built thin but had to be significantly reinforced after repeated attacks exposed structural weaknesses. This modification shows how pirate attacks practically reshaped this coastal structure.
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