Denia Castle (Castillo de Denia)
Anyone who has visited Denia has probably enjoyed the external views of the castle walls which site centrally in Denia.
The outer slopes of the castle have thrown up remains thought to be houses and Roman forts. The castles design is traced back to Islamic times between the 11th and 12th centuries. Over time additions have been made to the castle such as the Red Tower and the Tower of the Consell during the 15th century. The Governors Palace was rebuilt in the 16th and 17th century. The destruction of the castle was in 1859 during the War of Succession.
The “Portal de la Vila” (City Entrance Arch), is the castle’s main entrance and is located on a gentle hill beside the sea in the historical city centre.
PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
Next to Denia Town Hall there are stairs on Calle Hospital. After that, there is another stairway on the left on the street called “Cuesta Madre Amparo” which takes you directly to Calle San Francisco which accesses the castle.
Opening hours of the castle
Every day:
• Nov/ March: 10 a.m to 6 p.m
• April-May: 10 a.m to 19 p.m
• June: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• From July to 15th September: 10 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. (Night opening hours: until 00.30 h. Except for “Music at the castle” concert days.
• From 16th to 30th September: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• October: From 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.
Visitors can wander parts of the castle, its grounds and out walls. Venture further into Denia for an abundance of restaurants, bars, cafes and the marina.
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