Benicarló, Valencia
Província de Castelló · Valencia · Spain · 26,655 residents · on the coast
Morrongo
Ancient Convent of Saint Francis in Benicarló
Casa del marqués de Benicarló
Playa de la Caracola
GururúBenicarló is a seaside town in Província de Castelló, Valencia, Spain, home to around 26,655 people. There are 7 notable places to see in and around town, including Morrongo and Ancient Convent of Saint Francis in Benicarló. The nearest airport is Reus (REU), about 1 h 30 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Morrongo, Ancient Convent of Saint Francis in Benicarló and Casa del marqués de Benicarló.
- On the coast, with 5 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from May to August: daytime highs between 22°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Reus (REU) is 63 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Benicarló
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beach- 2monastery
Ancient Convent of Saint Francis in Benicarló
In the centre · Photo
cultural property in Benicarló, Spain
- 3palace
- 4beach
- 6beach
7beach
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beach · 2 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Benicarló
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Benicarló can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Benicarló
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for May to August.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Benicarló and the villages around it is a hire car from Reus (REU), about 1 h 30 min away.
Best time to visit Benicarló
May to August: daytime highs between 22°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 15°CJan20 mm
- 15°CFeb32 mm
- 18°CMar22 mm
- 19°CApr12 mm
- 22°CMay37 mm
- 26°CJun29 mm
- 29°CJul31 mm
- 30°CAug10 mm
- 26°CSept124 mm
- 23°COct111 mm
- 19°CNov93 mm
- 16°CDec8 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 6°C | 20 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 6°C | 32 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 18°C | 9°C | 22 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 11°C | 12 mm | 11 h |
| May | 22°C | 14°C | 37 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 26°C | 18°C | 29 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 29°C | 22°C | 31 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 30°C | 22°C | 10 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 26°C | 18°C | 124 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 16°C | 111 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 19°C | 11°C | 93 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 16°C | 7°C | 8 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Reus (REU)63 miles, about 1 h 30 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)80 miles, about 1 h 54 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)106 miles, about 2 h 30 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 17 h without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Valencia (78 miles).
Benicarló is good for
Around Benicarló
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Benicarló worth visiting?
Yes. Benicarló is known for Morrongo, Ancient Convent of Saint Francis in Benicarló and Casa del marqués de Benicarló, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Benicarló?
May to August, with daytime highs between 22°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Benicarló from the UK?
Fly to Reus (REU), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 30 min by road. Valencia (VLC) is an alternative, 80 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 17 h.
Is Benicarló good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Benicarló?
Peníscola (4 miles), Amposta (22 miles), Deltebre (26 miles) and Sant Carles de la Ràpita (17 miles) are all within an hour or so.