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Bateria de Castillitos

738 Reviews

#3 of 95 things to do in Cartagena

Sights & Landmarks, Points of Interest & Landmarks

Cabo Tinoso, 30868 Cartagena, Municipality of Cartagena, Spain

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“Views and history combined”

Not over easy to find, in fact no signposts (not that we could see) anywhere. But forget that and... read more

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John W A P

Bath, United Kingdom

“Lonmg walk, but worth it.”

A steady climb, with great views over Cartagena harbour and Ship Yards, often with Super luxury... read more

Reviewed 3 days ago

Brian M

Murcia, Spain

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John W A P

Bath, United Kingdom

11345

Reviewed yesterday

Views and history combined

Not over easy to find, in fact no signposts (not that we could see) anywhere. But forget that and make the trip to see these magnificent guns and absorb the dramatic views as you ascend/descend from the peak. It is a long climb even by...More

Date of experience: February 2019

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Brian M

Murcia, Spain

18488

Reviewed 3 days ago

Lonmg walk, but worth it.

A steady climb, with great views over Cartagena harbour and Ship Yards, often with Super luxury Yachts. Good parking, well signed, acceass for average walker.

Date of experience: February 2019

1 Thank Brian M

970emielb

Ciudad Quesada, Spain

Reviewed 4 days ago

Beautiful

Not so easy to find, but unique location with spectaculair viewes in the mountains and the sea. Recommended.

Date of experience: February 2019

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Paucambra

west yorkshire

5929

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Huge guns, fantastic views

Loved this visit! The drive along the mou rain was a little scary at times but not hairraising.the views are spectacular! Small car park at the end of the road then a shirt walk past the amazing castle to the guns. I'd read that they...More

Date of experience: February 2019

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Maricica1000

Bucharest, Romania

1313

Reviewed January 15, 2019

Beautiful view

The road till there is not marked with signs, but with the google map you arrive to a beautiful site. Very big with cannons also and a lovely walk to the sea of 2 -3 km.. absolutley fantastic....we took water and a lunch with us...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Themightymacs

Ashford, Ireland

5730

Reviewed January 7, 2019

Castillitos at Sunset

We spent too long at the beach down the road and hurredly beetled up the mountainside just as the sun was setting. At that time of the day, we practically had the place to ourselves and what a find, when you've got your three teenage...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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UnlimitedCatSailing

Majorca, Spain

4110

Reviewed December 12, 2018 via mobile

Fake, fake, fake

Complete fake fort. Build as a disguise for the huge 43cm guns at the top of the mountain protecting the bay of Cartagena. Became obsolete and fallen to decay. Nice views but could be made into a great attraction.

Date of experience: April 2018

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63cuthbertk

11351

Reviewed December 6, 2018 via mobile

Great location with lots to see

Cycled from La Azohía as we didn’t like to take our Motorhomes up the narrow road. A challenging ride up taking about 2 hours. Lots to wander round and see once you get there. We took food with us. Stunning views across to Cartagena, only...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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Trigger52

Stockholm, Sweden

256

Reviewed December 3, 2018

Not the Guns of Navarone

Excellent and stunning views of the bay of Cartagena, no facilities available, small parking area, tricky road up but well worth the drive. NOTE: This is not where the famous motion picture "The Guns of Navarone" where filmed even that a lot of people say...More

Date of experience: May 2018

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Michelle137

Chinchon, Spain

11027

Reviewed December 1, 2018 via mobile

Beautiful views

Take a picnic and sit and enjoy the beautiful views! The enormous guns are popular for selfie opportunities, and its free. Worth the visit but the drive to the top is not for the faint hearted - well really just nervous passengers - its steep...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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PrisnaP1

Can I find public transport to go there?

May 7, 2018|

AnswerShow all 3 answers

Taxi if you’re lucky. Would cost a few quod though!!!!!

Lynda H

How do you get to the Bateria from Cartagena ? Is there good parking How much is the entry fee for adults.

January 16, 2017|

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The map shows it very well, and in great detail. There is good parking. Entry is free.

831amandal

How far is it from town- can you get taxi?

January 11, 2017|

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It's a fair trek from towns like Cartagena or Puerto Mazarron. I would recommend hiring a car.

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ScrapHappy44

Sykesville, Maryland

Bateria de Castillitos (1 Reply)

We're in port on a Sunday from noon to 7pm. Is Bateria de Castillitos close enough to see in that time frame, and if so, what's the best way to get there? Thanks!

February 23, 2016|

Response fromBennyMalaga|

The Bateria de Castillitos is located 31 km away from downtown Cartagena. It will take you 46 minutes by car. So it is not practical to visit it. You could take a taxi and tell the driver to wait for you while you see this site. The taxi will cost about 70 euros.

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