Of the three provinces that make up the Autonomous Community of Valencia, Castellon is by far the least populated. According to some sources Castellon is considered the second most mountainous province in all of Spain. These two factors provide Castellon with an incredible wilderness aptitude not normally seen on the Iberian Peninsula. Just a few kilometers inland from the highly populated coastline it is impossible not to notice the lack of human development. Indeed, inland Castellon is quite mountainous and is home to impressive amounts of quality limestone, much of which has yet to be climbed. In fact, at 1815m, Peñagolosa is the highest peak in the Community of Valencia (not including Cerro Calderón in the Rincón de Ademuz) and one of the most impressive as well.
Outdoor Activities
A few via ferratas dot the landscape and provide wonderful experiences in amazing locations. Likewise, there are innumerable canyons, many of which have been developed for canyoning, although they maintain a wild feel to them. Hiking in Castellon is a real treat, especially for nature lovers. It's not uncommon to see wild animals here, especially the Iberian Ibex which comes out at dusk. Castellon is a beautifully underappreciated province of Spain. This is mainly because the general population doesn't know much about it. It has always been easier to fly to Alicante or Valencia. However, recent renovations at the Castellon airport have allowed an increased number of flights to Castellon, especially from northern European countries. In 2015 the first flight touched down at Castellon-Costa Azahar Airport. RyanAir now services multiple flights to Castellon from London-Stansted and Bristol.
If you enjoy nature and adventure activities in a more wild environment Castellon is perfect for you. Come along with Bigtime Aventura and let us show you this amazing less well-travelled province along the Mediterranean coast. We also offer personalized trips according to your needs and desires. Contact us now to get started!