Castellfort, of Roman origin, was fortified by the Moorish. It was given the name Galintort and was the last stronghold of the Moorish in the conquest of the Maestrazgo. In 1361 the castle was restored and fortified by Peter IV. In 1406 the walls were rebuilt, then a civil war erupted in the Maestrazgo after the death of King Martin the Humane. With its fortress and other features, the village was an ideal bastion in wartime, given the nature of its terrain and its well-protected five gates. In 1708, during the War of Succession, a battle took place between the troops of the Archduke and those of Philip V. Castellfort, a former subject of Morella, gained its independence by virtue of a decree from Charles II, on the 9th of February, 1691.

Economy

Nowadays, livestock and agriculture are the main cornerstones of its socio-economic development, although rural tourism is also currently booming.

What to see

First off, the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, where we find several buildings of interest, such as the Town Hall, the Church and the Brotherhood. It is also home to the Porches and the so-called Finestra del Mirador (“viewpoint window”), which offers impressive views out over the landscape. Then you can walk around the streets of the town, where the Casa del Marqués (“Marquis' House”) and other buildings of note, can be found.

Landscape

astellfort is demarcated by the watercourses of La Cana and Celumbres. Several mountains and craggy foothills run through the municipality, and the highest point is the Tossal of Folch, at 1,301 m. Visitors to Castellfort can admire its attractive appearance. The town is located on a wedge-shaped plateau between two deep ravines, the Celumbres watercourse and the river Engrau. Its streets and squares, although modernization has left its mark, continue to be visually appealing; a standout example being the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, which opens out onto a landscape that is truly spellbinding in its beauty.
Area: 66.48 km2.
Romerías (pilgrimages): Sant Pere, Santa Llúcia and La Font.