Carmel Bunkers
Spectacular viewpoint and night hangout that has the ruins of an anti-aerial bombardment gun battery from the civil war.
Views: 689
Updated: Sep 16, 2021
15 things to do and see with a theme of Civil War and Castles
Medieval Castles, fortified palaces & buildings associated with the civil war in Barcelona and some unknown gems requiring a walk to get to.
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Updated: Apr 30, 2022
Description of Civil War and Castles
Catalunya is on the frontier of the Spanish kingdom where the border with France has moved several times. As a result of this the Girona region of Catalunya has many frontier fortresses. Additionally, Catalunya has a long coastline, so almost every coastal town and port has a medieval castle. The Romans also built fortifications everywhere they settled (conquered). See the Roman Ruins theme for more about the roman setlements.
The castles and fortresses of Catalunya range from ruins on a hilltop to fully preserved museums. During the civil war Castles were used as prisons and execution sites. During the Civil war many structures were built to defend against the Francoist forces and his foreign military forces.
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5 things to do and see in Barcelona with a theme of Civil War and Castles.
La Modelo Former Prison
Former prison Opened in 1904 and closed 2017 that was used for political prisoners during the era of Franco is now a museum.
Views: 670
Updated: Sep 15, 2021
Montjuic Castle Fortress
1640 Military fortress, former prison and execution site from the civil war. Army Barracks till 2007 when ownership transferred to Barcelona city council.
Views: 664
Updated: Sep 18, 2021
Gracia Civil War Air Raid Shelter
One of only two surviving air raid shelters from the civil war. Built underground by a co-operative of residents in Gracia Neighbourhood. Guided visits on Sundays.
Views: 601
Updated: Sep 28, 2021
Refugi307 Air Raid Shelter
One of two surviving air raid shelters from the civil war. Built underground by a co-operative of residents in Poble Sec Neighbourhood. Guided visits on Sunday.
Views: 262
Updated: Mar 20, 2022
10 things to do and see outside of Barcelona with a theme of Civil War and Castles.
Sant Quirze De Besora Montesquiu Castle Waterfall
18km route via Montesquiu castle, through forests to Besora Castle ruin & village. Abandoned water mill complex & giant waterfall. forestall ridgeline to town.
Views: 985
Updated: Oct 13, 2021
Tossa De Mar Beach Town
Romantic beach town, 12th century castle. Day trip on the bus or a long weekend break. Activities include: coastal walks, scuba diving, boat trips, kayak and cycling.
Views: 817
Updated: Oct 6, 2021
Castelldefels Castle and park
Restored coastal castle dating from the 10th Century and last remodelled at end of the 19th century with spectacular Noble floor main hall and Church.
Views: 721
Updated: Jul 14, 2022
Figueres Sant Ferran Fortress
Vast 1753 fortress that housed up to 6000 troops. Upon ceasing to be a prison in 1997 it opened as a museum. Special visits to the large underground cistern.
Views: 681
Updated: Oct 21, 2021
Salvador and Gala Dali castle home in Pubol
13km EASY circular walking route from Flaca to Dala Gali's castle home in Pubol. The route passes via farmland, La Pera village and Pedrinya hamlet.
Views: 633
Updated: Oct 21, 2021
La Garriga Los Cingles De Berti Figaro
A 17km route via Puiggracios Church and semaphore, Clascar castle ruin, along the top of a cliff wall. Spectacular valley views, returning via a waterfall.
Views: 608
Updated: Oct 13, 2021
Tagamanent Castle Sumit
A 16km circular route from Sant Marti de Centelles through cattle grazing hills and forests to a ruined castle. This route is only 1 hour from Barcelona on the train.
Views: 529
Updated: Oct 13, 2021
Cardona Salt Mine And Castle By Bus
Former salt mine active till 1990. Now open for guided tours and mine museum. Medieval 9th Century castle and luxury hotel. Once used to store the salt.
Views: 517
Updated: Oct 5, 2021
Tagamanent castle ruin from Figaro
Meduim 14km linear route from Figaro to Sant Marti de Centelles via Valcarquera river valley to Bellver Farmhouse Restaurant and Tagamanent Castle ruin via forestal paths.
Views: 470
Updated: Oct 13, 2021
Collioure Beach Town in France
Historic Beach town in southern France on the Cote de Cote-vermeille with two fortresses, a historic harbour, town beaches and great restaurants
Views: 43
Updated: Sep 27, 2022
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