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Vilafranca

Castle town in the region of Els Ports. Vilafranca, with its Gothic heritage and natural surroundings, is a stopover with rural and mountain charm on the Way of St James.

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Villafranca (Vilafranca del Cid) is an important town in the Els Ports comarca of Castellón, a historic crossroads between Aragon and the Valencian Community. For pilgrims, it's a stopover that offers rich heritage and authentic mountain atmosphere. Its old town, declared Historic-Artistic Ensemble, preserves a Gothic oven and council house of great value. The locality is also famous for its textile tradition. Surrounded by a beautiful landscape, it's an ideal place to rest, enjoy local cuisine, and explore dry stone architecture, declared World Heritage Site. With all services, it's a comfortable and enriching stopover.

Last updated: 21/08/2025

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