Dover Castle is an iconic fortress that was founded in the 11th century. Hailed as the ‘key to England’ due to its defensive significance, the castle has protected the gateway to the realm for nine centuries. As it is the largest castle in England, make sure you allow plenty of time to explore all of the parts, including the Great Tower, the medieval tunnels, the underground hospital, plus much more. Entry costs £20.90 for adults, £12.50 for children, and £54.30 for families. For opening times and more information, visit: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/dover-castle.

Rombea

June 24, 2022

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Beautiful and absolutely worth seeing fortress, you should definitely plan about 3 to 4 hours for a tour of the system and participation in guided tours through the tunnel system. For several centuries, Dover Castle has watched over the narrowest part of the English Channel and thus over the "entrance" to England, which is why it is also known as the "Key to England". Dover Castle towers over the chalk cliffs and is considered one of England's most famous landmarks with great symbolic value.

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July 3, 2018

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From the chalk cliffs Dover you have a view of the castle. Today it has a historical and then a defense-technical meaning and was described as "key to England".

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1. Dover Castle – Great Tower of Dover Castle loop from Dover

12.2km

03:23

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Dover Castle – Great Tower of Dover Castle loop from Dover

4.43km

01:19

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The White Cliffs of Dover – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Martin Mill

29.2km

07:59

440m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1. Dover Castle – Great Tower of Dover Castle loop from Dover

2. Dover Castle – Great Tower of Dover Castle loop from Dover

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