Vallmoll shields its historic castle with new urban protection plan

The local council will restrict construction across 5,700 square meters to preserve the 12th-century heritage site.

Generic image of a medieval castle surroundings with landscaped gardens and stone walls.
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Generic image of a medieval castle surroundings with landscaped gardens and stone walls.

The Vallmoll City Council has launched a Special Urban Plan to protect the Castle grounds, dating back to 1153, by banning new constructions across an area exceeding 5,700 square meters.

The regulation, which received partial approval in October 2025, aims to regulate the monument's use and enhance its exterior aesthetics. The project directly impacts the facades of Plaça del Castell, the access path, and several adjacent properties, including areas to be converted into gardens to prevent private urban pressure.

"A viability report from the Department of Culture is still required to ensure final approval."

Josep Lluís Cusidó · Mayor of Vallmoll
The building, listed as a National Cultural Heritage site (BCIN), was previously renovated in 2017. Under the new rules, the council intends to solidify its use for educational, socio-cultural, and administrative purposes, allowing the space to host senior centers or permanent exhibition halls.