45min
Salses-le-Château (Pyrénées-Orientales) ~ Occitanie
From €8 per person
Book onlineA few minutes from the coast, the fortress of Salses, formerly on the border with Spain, bears witness to the history of Catalonia.
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 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.
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.
Military architecture and underground galleries offer a unique experience that transports you into Catalonia’s history.
Imposing fortress with thick walls, a military masterpiece
Self-guided tour through iconic spaces and secret galleries
Unique immersion into Catalan history for family or friends
| Adulte | 8€ |
The monument is open every day :
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