Castillo de Moraira
Coastal fort built from 1742 with an ox-hoof ground plan on the seafront, defending the Moraira anchorage.
On the seafront of Moraira, the coastal district of Teulada, the castle is a coastal fort built from 1742. Its ox-hoof ground plan faces the sea over the anchorage it defended.
History
The fort guarded the Moraira anchorage against raids and smuggling in the 18th century. Its low thick walls belong to the artillery age rather than the medieval castle.
What to see
The sea-facing walls and the ox-hoof plan shape from the promenade, over the 18th-century anchorage. Combine it with the inland old town: the Santa Catalina church and the Sala de Jurados.
Tips for your visit
- The promenade around it suits an evening walk.
- Pair the 1742 fort with a swim in season at Moraira.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Moraira castle?
A coastal fort built from 1742 with an ox-hoof plan, defending the Moraira anchorage.
What is there to see?
The sea-facing walls from the promenade; an exterior stop.
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