Vistabella del Maestrat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vistabella del Maestrat
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Sanctuary of San Juan de Penyagolosa.
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 Vistabella del Maestrat
Location in Province of Castellón
Vistabella del Maestrat
Location in Valencian Community
Vistabella del Maestrat
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Castellón | |
| Comarca | Alt Maestrat | |
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| • Total | 151 km2 (58 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,246 m (4,088 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 342 | |
| • Density | 2.265/km2 (5.866/sq mi) | |
Vistabella del Maestrat, also known as Vistabella del Maestrazgo in Spanish, is a small town in Spain. It is a municipality (like a local government area) located in the comarca (a region) called Alt Maestrat. This area is part of the Castellón Province in the Valencian Community of Spain.
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Vistabella del Maestrat: A High-Up Town
Vistabella del Maestrat is a special place because of its location. It sits in the "El macizo de Penyagolosa" mountain range. This makes it the highest municipality in the entire Valencian Community. It reaches an amazing altitude of 1,249 meters (about 4,098 feet) above sea level!
Where is Vistabella del Maestrat Located?
This town is surrounded by many other municipalities. In the province of Castellón, it shares borders with Vilafranca, Benassal, Culla, Benafigos, Atzeneta del Maestrat, Xodos, and Villahermosa. It also borders two towns in the province of Teruel: Mosqueruela and Puertomingalvo.
What Makes Vistabella Special?
Being so high up, Vistabella del Maestrat offers amazing views and a unique environment. The area around Penyagolosa is known for its natural beauty and is a popular spot for hiking and enjoying nature. The town's high elevation means it often experiences different weather than lower areas, sometimes even getting snow!
See also
In Spanish: Vistabella del Maestrazgo para niños
