Castell del Real
Muslim mountain fortress above Olocau, in the Calderona. Ruins on the ridge; climbed on foot.
The Castell del Real, of Muslim origin (Hisn al-Uqab), watches Olocau from the Calderona ridge. It is a mountain fortress listed as a cultural asset, ruined on the ridge.
History
The Muslim Hisn al-Uqab controlled the Calderona pass toward the Turia. Abandoned after the conquest, it lies ruined on the ridge, with stretches of wall and enclosure remains.
What to see
The ruins on the ridge and the Calderona views. On the same slope waits the Puntal dels Llops Iberian settlement. Below, in the village, the 18th-century Roser church starts the climbs.
Tips for your visit
- Climb on foot in walking boots, with water.
- Pair it with Puntal dels Llops on the same slope.
- Avoid midday in summer.
Frequently asked questions
What does Hisn al-Uqab mean?
The Muslim name of the Castell del Real, above Olocau.
How do you visit it?
On foot along the Calderona ridge, as a ruin.
What to see nearby?
Puntal dels Llops and the Roser church.
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