Discover Picassent

Picassent brings together historic buildings, trails through the countryside and local offerings. If you’re looking for a hotel in Picassent, you can start by considering whether you’d like to focus on culture, outdoor activities, golf or the Fiestas Mayores. These different themes give you a basis for choosing a way to explore Picassent that suits your travel interests.

Culture and history

Torre Espioca is an iconic watchtower in Picassent. It was built by Muslims in the 11th century and formed part of Valencia’s defence system. The tower is located in Partida d’Espioca, a historic settlement in Picassent on a hill. Its role as a watchtower and its connection to the defence system make it a tangible starting point for anyone interested in Picassent’s Muslim heritage.

The Ermita de la Virgen de Vallivana offers a different historical perspective. It was built in 1738, opened for worship in 1743 and extensively restored in 1900. These dates mark different stages: its construction, opening for worship and a later restoration. Together with Torre Espioca, it allows you to compare religious architecture with a building that served a watchtower and defence function.

The Fiestas Mayores are also part of the town’s cultural identity. Held on 10 July in honour of Saint Christopher, they include a week with a strong bullfighting tradition. If you’d like to plan your trip around this festival, check the specific event dates for the year in question; details may vary from year to year.

Trails and countryside

The PR-CV 404 circular trail crosses Picassent and passes through ravines where water drains from the coastal areas. The route highlights both the trail itself and the landscape formed by the ravines. Check the signage and trail conditions locally before setting out.

In the pine grove of Clot de les Tortugues, there is a rest area with tables and chairs suitable for a day out. A network of paths allows you to walk throughout the area. When planning, you can focus on the rest area or on walks through the site. As visitor facilities may change and trail conditions can vary by season, check the latest information in advance.

At Els Tres barrancs, walkers and day-trippers use the service road alongside the canal for a peaceful stroll. Many cyclists and runners are out there, especially on weekends. Unlike the network of paths at Clot de les Tortugues, the focus here is on a single service road used for different kinds of activity. As local trail conditions can change, check them before your walk.

Golf and local offerings

For golf enthusiasts, Foressos Club Golf is a clearly defined attraction. The golf course in Picassent has 18 holes and 14 lakes; it also features more than 1,000 palm trees and hundreds of pine and olive trees. These specific features give the course a distinct profile alongside the historic sites and trails through the countryside.

Dulces Raymar is an artisan pastry shop in Picassent that has been serving cakes, pastries, ice cream and coffee since 1982. It adds a local culinary offering to the sights and trails. As offerings may change, check what’s currently available before visiting.

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