Exploring the history of the town of Collioure through the stories of the history of The Royal Castle was not something I thought I would be into. To be honest, I am more of a drink wine, eat local food kinda girl, but I got dragged along and I am so happy I did. This castle has beautiful views of the town and interesting stories to go along with the tight quarters we were navigating throughout our tour. I say go! Check it out! Get a history lesson, don't wear heals and take in some culture. The wine will be waiting upon your descent.
The castle has a very interesting history - you are given a guide card on entry so can walk around and understand which parts date from which stage of building. It was great to be able to walk around the main hall building, which is used as an exhibition space, as is the chapel. There are great views of Collioure from the walls of the castle.
You can spend a couple of hours wandering on your own, or can join a guided tour. It is well worth a visit. The views from the top, or through the narrow gun turrets are wonderful.
We got in for free due to a festival. There is a stack of history in the building and it dominates the town. Worth a trip but not sure what the normal entry charge would be.
We got in free one weekend, not sure why. We didn't get a map, so it was little bit hard to navigate where to go. There are lot's of dead ends that you walk up and then you have to come down the same path. There are no furniture inside the rooms, so they are empty but still in a way the rooms were very interesting. There is a great view to the sea and the oudoor paths on the walls were my favourite parts of the castle. Worth a visit.
The Castle at Collioure is located on the edge of the sea, so you get a mix of views from Ancient ruins to panoramic sea views and if you turn to race land, the Pyrenees mountains! This charming village is rested in the cliffs at the bottom of the Pyrenees mountains on the border of Spain no more than 45 mins drive away. The actual city of Collioure is fairly hard to drive into, so I recommend if your driving, find the car park higher up above the village and get the Auto bus into the centre at no extra cost. Car park is around 4-5 Euros for 5 hours, more than enough time for a day visit.In the past Collioure port was originally a trading port, and a fairly important one, and it is also a popular fortress for kings of Majorca, as well as many other famous crusaders such as Order of The Knights Templar! But in 1659 the city of Collioure was claimed by kings of France (Louis XI) and attached to Roussillion region. So this places as you can see is full of culture and beauty throughout!
Very historical and amazing construction in the period. I liked the scope of it and how you could get great views from its height.
The castle is large and impressive, and the views are spectacular. Since there are no furnishing or artifacts, we enjoyed the art displays in the interior rooms.
Quite nice to visit whilst having a stay in Collioure. It was a cold day when we decided to visit the buildings of the town.
An attraction well worth seeing and not expensive. If you like history, castles and forts this is a must.