Miravet Castle
About this heritage
Miravet Castle, built in the 12th century by the Templars, is an imposing fortress surrounded by a 25-meter-high wall that seems to rise from the rocks and situated on a hill, overlooking the course of the Ebro River and the surrounding lands. It was an important defense and military center during the Middle Ages. Today, it is a visitable monument declared a Cultural Heritage Site, open to the public for visits and exploration.
To learn more
Miravet Castle, erected in the 12th century by the Templars, is a medieval military architecture fortification constructed with limestone blocks. Located on a promontory in the Ebro River valley, it features defensive structures such as walls, towers, and a cistern, designed for protection and strategic control of the area. Its design reflects the military construction techniques of the time, including thick walls and controlled access points. The fortress was a strategic center during the Reconquista in the Iberian Peninsula and later served as a noble residence. Currently, it is a Cultural Heritage Site and a prominent example of Templar military architecture in Catalonia.
To know it better
Miravet Castle is a large stone fortress built in the 12th century by the Knights Templar. It stands atop a hill next to the Ebro River, with walls and towers that protected the people living there. It is a place full of history that can be visited and explored, where one can imagine battles and adventures.
Location
- Municipality
- MIRAVET
- Province
- TARRAGONA
- Country
- Spain
The asset
- Eco-destination
- Terres de l'Ebre
- Environment
- Rural
- Relevance
- International
How to get there
- Access
- By land
The visit
- Visitable
- Yes
Coordinates
- Latitud
- 41.03564
- Longitud
- 0.59405