As you know, we like to bring you closer to the points of interest you will find along the Tourdera route, so that you can enjoy a more complete and enriching experience. If on other occasions we have talked to you about places like the Tordera Market, the Llobateres Wetland, the Tordera Mouth or the Molí d’en Puigverd, today we invite you to discover a place with a lot of history and privileged views: Palafolls Castle.
Along the Palafolls – Tordera section (or Tordera – Palafolls) of the route, you can discover this unique heritage element. Located just 1.4 km from the main itinerary, it is a highly recommended detour for all walkers and cyclists who want to get to know an exceptional witness to the medieval history of the territory up close.
This castle, declared a Cultural Asset of National Interest, was built in the 11th century under the dominion of the Cabrera viscount family. Its strategic location, on top of a hill, allowed it to control the Tordera plain, monitor communications between the coast and the interior, and protect access to the delta. Over time, it lost its military function and fell into decay, but it still preserves remains as significant as the walls, the keep, or the Sant Genís chapel. Its ruined silhouette remains a visible landmark from many surrounding points.
One of the great rewards of getting there is enjoying the spectacular views. From its highest point, you can observe the lower course of the Tordera, the fields and crops that surround it, and, on the horizon, both Montseny and the Mediterranean Sea. It is a perfect place to take a break and connect history with the natural landscape of the route.
So, if you decide to travel this section of the Tourdera, do not hesitate to take this small detour: in a few minutes, you will arrive at one of the most emblematic places in the lower Tordera basin, a point where heritage, nature, and good views come together to offer an unforgettable experience.
