Morella, Valencia
Província de Castelló · Valencia · Spain · 2,797 residents
Morella is a village in Província de Castelló, Valencia, Spain, home to around 2,797 people. There are 6 notable places to see in and around town, including Morella and Morella Castle. The nearest airport is Reus (REU), about 1 h 47 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Morella, Morella Castle and Church of Santa María la Mayor.
- Best weather from July to August: daytime highs between 29°C and 29°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Reus (REU) is 76 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Morella
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beautiful village
2castle
3basilicaChurch of Santa María la Mayor
In the centre · Photo
minor basilica cultural property in Morella, Spain
4aqueduct
5cave
6amphitheatre
Tours & tickets in Morella
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Morella can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Morella are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Morella and the villages around it is a hire car from Reus (REU), about 1 h 47 min away.
Best time to visit Morella
July to August: daytime highs between 29°C and 29°C with little rain.
- 10°CJan24 mm
- 11°CFeb24 mm
- 16°CMar26 mm
- 19°CApr13 mm
- 20°CMay56 mm
- 24°CJun60 mm
- 29°CJul32 mm
- 29°CAug18 mm
- 22°CSept69 mm
- 20°COct118 mm
- 15°CNov33 mm
- 11°CDec10 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10°C | 1°C | 24 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 11°C | 1°C | 24 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 4°C | 26 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 6°C | 13 mm | 12 h |
| May | 20°C | 8°C | 56 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 24°C | 13°C | 60 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 29°C | 17°C | 32 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 17°C | 18 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 22°C | 12°C | 69 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 20°C | 10°C | 118 mm | 8 h |
| Nov | 15°C | 6°C | 33 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 11°C | 2°C | 10 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)76 miles, about 1 h 47 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)81 miles, about 1 h 55 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)88 miles, about 2 h 4 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 44 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Valencia (82 miles).
Morella is good for
Around Morella
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Morella worth visiting?
Yes. Morella is known for Morella, Morella Castle and Church of Santa María la Mayor. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Morella?
July to August, with daytime highs between 29°C and 29°C with little rain.
How do I get to Morella from the UK?
Fly to Reus (REU), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 47 min by road. Valencia (VLC) is an alternative, 81 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 44 min.
Is Morella good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Morella?
Peníscola (32 miles), Amposta (36 miles), Sant Carles de la Ràpita (37 miles) and Ulldecona (29 miles) are all within an hour or so.