Almassora – Almazora in Spanish – is a town of about 29,000 people just 5 km from Castellón de la Plana. It lies on the left bank of the river Mijares, between orange groves and the Mediterranean, and is one of the centres of the region’s famous ceramic tile industry.
Why visit Almassora
For a quiet beach on the Costa del Azahar, birdwatching at the mouth of the Mijares, and an easy base for Castellón, the beaches of Benicàssim and the mountains of the interior.
Top things to do in Almassora
The beach and the Greenwich meridian
Almassora’s beach is long and quiet. On the seafront promenade a monument marks the line of the Greenwich meridian, which crosses the town.
The mouth of the Mijares
The wetland of Les Goles, where the river meets the sea, is a haven for birds: more than 200 species have been recorded here.
The old town
The baroque church of La Natividad, built in 1699, a 16th-century gateway on the Plaza Mayor and Roman inscriptions in the church walls recall the town’s long history.
The hermitage of Santa Quiteria
A hermitage documented since the 17th century, the focus of the town’s main festivities.
The Torrelló de Boverot
An archaeological site by the river, with the remains of a pre-Roman settlement and its burial urns.
Day trips from Almassora
Castellón de la Plana is next door; Benicàssim, the Desert de les Palmes natural park and the medieval town of Vilafamés are a short drive away.
Best time to visit Almassora
Spring and autumn are ideal. Summer is hot and good for the beach. Winter is mild.
Getting to and around Almassora
Castellón airport is about 30 km away and Valencia airport about 75 km. Commuter trains stop at Almassora station, and buses link it with Castellón.
What to eat in Almassora
Rice dishes from the Plana, all i pebre, local oranges, fish from the port of Castellón and traditional pastries for the festivities.
Almassora FAQ
Is Almassora the same as Almazora?
Yes: Almassora is the Valencian name and Almazora the Spanish one. Both are official.
How far is Almassora from Castellón?
About 5 km, a few minutes by car, train or bus.
