{"id":2287,"date":"2026-05-19T13:43:28","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T13:43:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.benidormparaiso.com\/blog\/torre-aguilo\/"},"modified":"2026-05-21T12:55:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T12:55:02","slug":"torre-aguilo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.benidormparaiso.com\/blog\/en\/torre-aguilo\/","title":{"rendered":"Interesting Spots in Benidorm: Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re interested in discovering charming hidden gems, away from the traditional and most famous spots, we have a suggestion for you: between Benidorm and Villajoyosa, two places definitely worth visiting, there’s a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean that houses a special tower: the Torre del Aguil\u00f3. This ancient defensive tower protected this area of the Costa Blanca from enemy attacks in the 16th century. It’s also a spectacular viewpoint to enjoy in peace. If you like places that combine history, natural beauty, and outdoor activities, Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3 is for you. <\/p>\n\n

From the heights, you’ll have clear views of the Mediterranean, the Serra Gelada, and part of the region’s coastline. It’s a very interesting spot that you can reach via a natural trail, perfect for a bit of family hiking, as it’s an easy and pleasant walk. We encourage you to climb to this place where, centuries ago, inhabitants watched the sea for pirate ships. Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3 is not widely known, and for that very reason, it’s even more charming. Discover it on your next visit to Benidorm and the Costa Blanca. <\/p>\n\n

History and Origin of Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3 in Villajoyosa<\/h2>\n\n

On the Costa Blanca, there’s a system of watchtowers whose function was to help defend the town from pirate and Berber attacks, and Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3 is part of that system. These towers were built in the 16th century and were fundamental to our country’s defensive strategy. All these towers are or were located at elevated points, making them perfect viewpoints. <\/p>\n\n

If you’re in the area, climbing to Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3 will allow you to enjoy views of Benidorm Bay, with its spectacular skyline and wide beaches, where you can relax after the short route to this natural viewpoint. You should know that today only a part of the tower’s original structure remains, but its imposing presence and silhouette still dominate the cliff, just as they did centuries ago. Now, Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3 is a Site of Cultural Interest, a distinction that protects and highlights places like this. <\/p>\n\n

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How to Get to Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3<\/h2>\n\n

Here we’ll tell you how to get to Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3, but it’s not a mystery. You just need to take a short hiking trail, which is nothing more than a pleasant walk suitable for the whole family. We start in Cala de Finestrat, a short distance from the city of Benidorm<\/a>, and follow a path that gradually ascends to the top of the cliff, where Torre d\u2019Aguil\u00f3 is located. <\/p>\n\n

The first part of the walk is through an urban, residential area, but we soon leave the asphalt behind and switch to a dirt and stone path that leads us to increasingly spectacular views of this part of the Costa Blanca. This route typically takes between 30 and 45 minutes and has some sections with a certain incline; therefore, comfortable footwear is recommended for walking on uneven terrain, although no other precautions are necessary. <\/p>\n\n