Este imponente Castillo del siglo X, convertido actualmente en sede de la Fundación Abertis, está situado sobre una colina, ocupado por asentamientos humanos desde antiguo, en la orilla norte del pantano de Foix, punto de partida de interesantes rutas para descubrir la riqueza natural del pueblo de Castellet i la Gornal.
El Castillo de Castellet, declarado Bien Cultural de Interés Nacional, fue construido con la intención de controlar el sector oriental de la llanura del Penedès durante el conflicto entre cristianos y musulmanes. A lo largo de la historia ha sufrido varias transformaciones, hoy en día podemos contemplar un majestuoso castillo de gran valor arqueológico que mezcla diferentes estilos arquitectónicos, además, cuenta con un recinto musealizado en el que se presentan diversas exposiciones relacionadas con el edificio y la historia que le rodea.
Visita este conjunto medieval y viaja a una época en que la austeridad despertaba los encantos de un paisaje privilegiado.
Las visitas guiadas se llevan a cabo en sábado y domingo el segundo fin de semana de cada mes: De 10:00 a 14:00 h. (Las visitas deben concertarse previamente).
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This imposing 10th century Castle, currently the headquarters of the Abertis Foundation, is located on a hill, occupied by human settlements since ancient times, on the northern shore of the Foix reservoir, the starting point of interesting routes to discover the natural wealth of the town of Castellet i la Gornal.
Castellet Castle, declared a Cultural Asset of National Interest, was built with the intention of controlling the eastern sector of the Penedès plain during the conflict between Christians and Muslims. Throughout history it has undergone several transformations, today we can see a majestic castle of great archaeological value that mixes different architectural styles, in addition, it has a museum complex in which various exhibitions related to the building and history are presented. that surrounds him.
Visit this medieval complex and travel to a time when austerity awakened the charms of a privileged landscape.
Guided tours take place on Saturday and Sunday the second weekend of each month: From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Visits must be arranged in advance).
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