Castillo de San Sebastián

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Castillo de San Sebastián, Maritime fortress in Cádiz, Spain

The Castle of San Sebastián stands on a small island at the end of La Caleta beach, connected to the city by a stone causeway along the sea.

Construction of the castle began in 1706 to create a fortified structure protecting the northern flank of Cádiz, replacing a chapel established by Venetian sailors in 1457.

The fortress, declared a Cultural Heritage Site in 1993, houses regular exhibitions and concerts that strengthen its connection to the local community.

Visitors can access the castle daily from 09:00 to 13:00 for an entrance fee of 2 euros by walking along the Paseo Fernando Quiñones causeway.

The castle includes a 41-meter-high electric lighthouse from 1908, built upon the foundation of an ancient Moorish watchtower.

GPS coordinates: 42.23684,-8.72668

Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:44

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