Tortosa

Full of appeal without crowds of tourists, Tortosa makes for a refreshing visit. 

In Tortosa you could immerse yourself in the old part of the town just by the river. The city has its own charm, nestled near the Delta de l’Ebre and close by to the town of Amposta.






Tortosa has a number of Gothic palaces dotted around the town. The Castle of the Suda is now a luxury parador, which were our lodgings for two nights. This castle is a local monument with magnificent views from it, over the city of Tortosa, and the River Ebro. 






Then there are the views over to the mountains in the distance. The Romans built the initial walled structures, but it was the Moors who really shaped what you can see today – and this is only some 60 metres above sea level.


Located behind and down the hill from the Castle of the Suda, the Jardins del Princep provides a blend of history and art. It is an outdoor sculpture park and is built on the same site on what was once a luxury spa. Some of the spa’s foundation still remains and you walk down several flights of stairs to see the natural spring that first made this place famous.



One of the best ways to get to know a city is through its market, and Tortosa is no exception. Built next to the Ebro River, the market is great to take a stroll, interact with locals (limited English), and shop for regional treats.

The river Ebro weaves its way under the spectacular, historic bridge of Amposta. The town is an easy and relaxing place to explore. You can wander around the town or sit by the river enjoying the views across to the bridge and watch the locals enjoying their natural treasure. Hemingway was in Amposta and wrote the short story, The Old Man at the Bridge.





The municipal market of Amposta was built in 1947 and is a striking structure for such a small town, with covered porches and large windows which feature beautiful stained glass, with images of flora and fauna from the region.