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Visit to the Salses Fortress

Pyrénées-Orientales

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Visit in Salses-le-Château ~ Occitanie

Salses-le-Château (Pyrénées-Orientales)

Duration 45min

Visit to the Salses Fortress ~

A few minutes from the coast, the fortress of Salses, formerly on the border with Spain, bears witness to the history of Catalonia.

On your visit agenda

Explore the Citadel of Salses and its secrets

Imposing and majestic, the fortress of Salses rises like a true stronghold with walls 12 meters thick. Built at the end of the 15th century by the Kingdom of Aragon, it combines military ingenuity and architectural power: a towering keep, counter-mine galleries, ingenious defense systems, deadly traps… everything reflects its major strategic role.

A Journey into the Heart of the Citadel

A self-guided tour takes you to the heart of this exceptional citadel: parade ground, garrison, stables, caponiers… each space tells a story and immerses visitors in the fascinating world of great fortifications.

A Dive into Catalonia’s History

Discover the fortress of Salses, a masterpiece of military architecture, and enjoy a unique experience with family or friends, in close contact with the history of Catalonia.

The little extras we love

  • A majestic fortress with awe-inspiring walls
  • A masterpiece of 15th-century military engineering
  • A captivating tour through the keep, stables and parade ground
  • A unique immersion into Catalan history and architecture
  • An experience to enjoy with family or friends
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Prices and terms of sale

Prices

Adulte 8€

The price includes

  • An admission ticket for the self-guided tour of the fortress
  • A tour guide will be given to you at the entrance to the site

Conditions & Validity

  • Book today and come whenever you want, within the opening hours and days indicated.
  • Tickets will be sent to you by email as an e-ticket.
The monument is open every day:
  • From October 1st to March 31st, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
  • From April 1st to September 30th, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
  • Last entry 45 minutes before closing.
  • Closed on January 1st, May 1st, November 1st and 11th, and December 25th.

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Visit to the Salses Fortress

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