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Santa Bárbara Castle

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Location: Alicante, Central, Alicante, Spain

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1. Alicante city tour – Circular by the Castillo de Santa Barbara to the Mirador Orgegia

33.6km

02:17

390m

400m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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2. View of Puig Campana – Santa Bárbara Castle loop from Mercado

112km

07:29

1,740m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Barranc del Juncaret Bike Path – Orgegia Viewpoint loop from Mercado

31.6km

02:13

390m

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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DakenH

July 10, 2023

Top location! A challenging and steep climb up Mount Benacantil, but you'll be rewarded with a magnificent view over the Bay of Alicante, the port, and the mountains in the Alicante hinterland! Castillo de Santa Bárbara is Alicante's most prominent landmark and one of the most important fortresses on the Spanish Mediterranean coast. Perched atop Mount Benacantil, some 166 meters above the city, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of Alicante, the port, and the sea.

Its origins date back to the Moorish period of the 9th century, when the fortress was first built. It received its current name on the Feast of Saint Barbara, December 4, 1248, when the castle was captured by Castilian troops under King Alfonso X. In the following centuries, it was expanded and fortified several times – particularly during the Spanish Renaissance and in the 18th century.

The Castillo served not only as a military stronghold but also, at times, as a prison. Today it is a well-preserved monument and a popular tourist destination. Visitors can stroll through ancient walls, towers, and tunnels, immersing themselves in Alicante's history – a place where past and panorama combine in an impressive way.

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Datsusara Outdoors

October 14, 2022

Icon of the city, the Castle is located on top of Mount Benacantil. Due to its state of conservation and deep-rooted history, it is considered one of the most important medieval fortresses in Spain (its construction dates back to the 18th century).
From its walls you can also appreciate the best views of the entire coast.

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Atwil

April 14, 2025

Very steep climb up to 20% but rewarded with beautiful views

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Location: Alicante, Central, Alicante, Spain

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Santa Bárbara Castle

1. Alicante city tour – Circular by the Castillo de Santa Barbara to the Mirador Orgegia

2. View of Puig Campana – Santa Bárbara Castle loop from Mercado

3. Barranc del Juncaret Bike Path – Orgegia Viewpoint loop from Mercado

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