WHERE TO GO
As you drive towards Tortosa from the south, you can see the
town from a long way off sitting at the foot of the mountains
of Els Ports. The road runs alongside the river Ebro, following
the ancient trading route that made Tortosa a powerful city for
centuries. It’s an impressive sight from a distance, but as you get
nearer the trading estates close in. Persevere because, although
today the city’s influence is diminished, it’s still worth a visit.
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Days out
Tortosa
Admire the views from La Suda
The castle of La Suda is at the peak of the old town and it provides a
fine viewpoint over the city’s rooftops, along the Ebro and towards
the mountains. The castle was a fortress for the Romans, a royal
residence in the Middle Ages and now it’s a parador – a hotel. Take
note too of the Francoist monument which you can see spiking out
of the river with an eagle taking flight from its base. Recently, Tortosa
has been debating whether to remove the monument or keep it –
for now, it remains a reminder of the bloody Battle of the Ebro.
Take the Vía Verde
The Vías Verdes are disused railway lines converted into routes for
cyclists and walkers across Spain. The Baix Ebre stretch runs from
Tortosa up towards Pinell de Brai. They’re flat and wide and perfect
for people of all abilities to explore. It’s easier to set off from Pinell
and take the gentle downhill route to Tortosa through dark tunnels,
over high viaducts and with fantastic mountain views.
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