From Furauto we want you to find the rental car in Castellón that best suits your trip. In an easy and economical way, you can pick up and deliver your vehicle thanks to our extensive system of offices in the province.
Get to know Castellón with your rental car
Welcome to Castellón de la Plana. In this city you can enjoy all the advantages of a big city, but having everything at hand. Let yourself be captivated by its orange scent, its beautiful monuments, its blue flag beaches and its gastronomy. And, to ensure that your experience with your rental car is fully satisfactory, from Furauto we want to give you some tips to get the most out of your trip.
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The capital of the province of Castellón, Castellón de la Plana, is inhabited by about 180,000 inhabitants. People who can live 30 meters above sea level thanks to King James I of Aragon. It was he who, in 1252, let the inhabitants of the Cerro de la Magdalena settle in La Plana and founded the present city. This town has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C and is divided into three centers: the historic center, the modern neighborhoods and the port. Castellón is sea, orchard, history, culture, architecture, mountains and festivals. Don't miss the Magdalena Fair, the Virgen del Lledó festivities and the Grao carnivals.
And of course, you can always count on Furauto's cheap car rental service in Castellón. Whether you need a means of transport to visit the city or if your private vehicle is in the workshop we have the perfect solution for you. Enter the web or call us to make your reservation!
How to get to Castellón
Vilanova d'Alcolea Airport is located 20 kilometers from the capital. It finally began operating in September 2015 surrounded by controversy and there are still few travelers who can access to Castellón by this route. However, you can have your rental car at Castellón airport without any problems.
Castellón de la Plana can be reached by train from several Spanish cities (Valencia, Alicante, Madrid, Tarragona and Barcelona) and from abroad (http://www.renfe.com/).
The bus station, located in the center of the city, operates regional and national routes.
If you prefer to travel in your private vehicle or in one of our rental cars in Castellón, here are the main access routes: N-340. Carretera del Mediterráneo: it joins Cadiz with Barcelona along the coast and surrounds the city of Castellón de la Plana. A-23. Mudéjar Highway: it starts in Sagunto (Valencia) and goes all the way to Aragón. N-232. It crosses the peninsula from east to west, from Vinarós (Castellón) to Burgos, passing through Morella. CV-10. Autovía de la Plana: runs from south to north through the province of Castellón and connects with the A-7 at Villavieja and the N-232 at La Jana.
Where can I pick up and drop off my rental car in Castellón?
With Furauto you can pick up and drop off your rental car at the Castellon train station and other strategic points of the city as the airport. Search in our online comparator the place that best suits your trip.
Tolls to take into account when driving your rental car in Castellón
On your way to Castellón de la Plana, you may come across the AP-7 or Autopista del Mediterráneo. This road connects Algeciras and the French border along the coast and bypasses the capital of Castellón.
How is the traffic in Castellón?
As in many other Spanish cities, driving your rental car in the center of Castellón can be complicated. However, the ring road has largely solved the traffic problems in this area.
Parking your rental car in Castellón de la Plana
Parking in Castellón de la Plana is quite difficult. From Furauto we recommend you to park your car in one of the municipal or private parking lots that we show you in this link. Keep in mind, moreover, that many parking spaces are regulated parking and you should know these areas well to avoid any discomfort:
Blue zone: for all types of vehicles, you will be able to park for a maximum of 100 minutes after paying the corresponding amount .
Green zone: special parking spaces for residents. All other vehicles may park in this area for a maximum of 100 minutes after obtaining a ticket. This is the map provided by the City Council of Castellón, which will be very helpful to locate the regulated parking areas.
Touring Castellón de la Plana with your rental car
One of the advantages of booking a cheap rental car in Castellón de la Plana is that you can go sightseeing without going out of your budget. Take a look at our particular Top 10 of the must-see places you should visit and start planning your route:
- Cerro de la Magdalena: You will find the remains of the Castell Vell and the Ermita de la Magdalena.
- Plaza Mayor and surroundings: The Co-cathedral of Santa Maria, the Torre El Fadrí, the Town Hall and the Mercat Central are four of the most representative monuments of the city.
- City Wall: You can find in its streets some vestiges of the Liberal Wall and learn more about its fortress and its Torre Dels Alçament in a subway museum in the Plaza de las Aulas.
- Lonja del Cáñamo: Nowadays it is a cultural center of the University Jaume I.
- Casino Antiguo: A building of great importance in Castellón that was completely remodeled in 1922 by Joaquim Moragas and Francesc Maristany.
- Ribalta Park: At its west and east ends there are two important buildings: The Plaza de Toros, completed in 1887, and the Farola, which presides over the Plaza de la Independencia.
- Walk through its streets: Let yourself be intoxicated by the city, stroll through its streets and look for the Post and Telegraph Buildings and the Main Theater.
- Art Walk: Visit the Espai D'Art Contemporani de Castelló, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Planetarium and the Museum of Ethnology of Castelló. Check their schedules and prices before attending (http://www.castellonturismo.com/que-ver/museos/).
- Beaches: The three beaches of Castellón de la Plana (Playa del Gurugú, Playa del Pinar and Playa del Serradal) have a blue flag.
- Basilica of Lledó: Construction dedicated to the patron saint of the city, the Mare de Déu del Lledó.
Get to know the Province of Castellón by Car
Alcalá de Xivert, Alcora, Benicasim, Benicarló, Morella, La Vall d'Uixó, Tirig, Alcossebre and Ares del Maestre are other towns you can visit with your rental car. Nature lovers can also visit, a few kilometers away, the Natural Park of Sierra de Espadán, the Natural Park of Sierra Calderona and the Natural Park of Tinença de Benifassà.