Torre del Río de Oro

The Torre del Río de Oro stands at the intersection of Almonte and Palos de la Frontera municipalities, near a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Built in the early 16th century, this defensive structure experienced severe foundation damage from storms by the mid-18th century, requiring extensive stone reinforcements.

The tower received multiple Bien de Interés Cultural designations, marking its status as a protected historical landmark in the Spanish coastal defense network.

Access to the tower site requires a 1.2-kilometer walk from the A-494 road connecting Torre la Higuera to Mazagón, following the Río del Oro stream.

The structure's location between the ocean and cliff made it central to a fishing settlement that operated two flour mills established in 1613.

Location: Almonte

Location: Palos de la Frontera

GPS coordinates: 37.09019,-6.73003

Latest update: November 6, 2025 11:11