Torre de l'Ermita
Crowning the Calvary, beside the Sant Josep chapel, stands this 9th-century Islamic watchtower with a square plan, built of rammed earth and lime mortar on a stone base. Also known as the Torreta del Calvari, it was part of Serra castle's surveillance system; its doorway opened high up, as was usual in these defensive towers. Recently restored, it offers good views over the village.
Crowning the Calvary hill, beside the Sant Josep chapel, stands the Torre de l'Ermita, a 9th-century Islamic lookout. Also known as the Torreta del Calvari, from its hilltop it commands the whole village of Serra.
What to see
It has a square plan, built of rammed earth and lime mortar on a stone base. Its doorway opened high up, as in the other defensive towers of the area, to make storming it harder. It was part of Serra castle's surveillance system and has recently been restored.
Climbing up to it
The path that climbs to the Calvary, marked out by the Stations of the Cross, leads both to the San José chapel and to the tower. It is a short walk that rewards you with good views over the rooftops of the old town and the surrounding Sierra Calderona.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Torre de l'Ermita?
It is a watchtower of Islamic origin from the 9th century, also known as the Torreta del Calvario, crowning the Calvary hill beside the hermitage of Sant Josep in Serra.
How do you get to the Torre de l'Ermita?
You climb the Calvary path, lined with the Stations of the Cross, which leads both to the hermitage of St Joseph and to the tower; it is a short walk with free access.
What is notable about the Torre de l'Ermita?
It is square in plan, built of rammed earth and lime mortar on a stone base, with a raised entrance to make it harder to storm; it was part of Serra Castle's watch system, has been restored recently and offers fine views over the village.
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