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This Muslim fortress was built in the 10th and 11th centuries atop Bronze Age remains, and surrounded by a small fortified settlement. In 1264 the castle and settlement were conquered by the Knights Templar, who modified the castle, and allowed the Muslim residents to remain. In 1609 Felipe III ordered the expulsion of all Moriscos, and the town and castle were subsequently abandoned. The castle offers excellent views of the surrounding area.
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Ebrí Tower
The watchtower from the 16th century was built as part of a defensive network of coastal forts and towers against Barbary pirates.
Ermita de Santa Lucía y San Benito / Hermitage of Saint Lucia and Saint Benedict
Accessible via a serpentine road from the neighbourhood of El Pinar, or from a signed footpath beginning on the Les Fonts road, this small white-washed chapel dates from the 17th century and has been restored. Also in the complex are an old pilgrims' hostel, a stable, two wells, and the remains of a 16th-century watchtower. At an elevation of 315 m, the site offers excellent views of the Costa de Azahar as far south as Oropesa de Mar, and on clear days it is possible to see the volcanic Columbretes Islands without binoculars, some 50-60 km distant. It is especially lovely at sunset and twilight. A number of picturesque signposted hiking trails lead directly from the complex into the mountains.
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The garden centre has the unusual addition of a small petting zoo – go through the nursery and out the back. The animals are kept outside in enclosures, and include ornamental chickens, turtles, goats, a peacock and goose, and there is also a small aviary.
Playa de las Fuentes
The smaller, arc-shaped beach has clear, ice-cold water which is fed by groundwater from the nearby mountain nature reserve. Facilities include a lifeguard and first aid station, toilets, showers, volleyball nets, snack bars, and disabled access. Jetskis can be rented here. There are restaurants and snack bars next to the beach, and a nearby bus stop and paid carpark.
Faro de Irta / Irta Lighthouse
The lighthouse was built in 1985, and can be accessed from Platja de les Fonts.
Playa del Cargador
At 720 m this is Alcossebre's largest beach. Has lifeguard and first aid stations, toilets, showers, volleyball nets, paddleboat rental, disabled access, and a playground. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available to rent, and there are restaurants and snack bars next to the beach. There is a nearby bus stop and paid carpark.