Punta del Boquerón
This route is ideal for nature and history lovers, offering a unique experience in a privileged natural setting.
Coastal route that passes through one of the most unique natural areas of the Bay of Cádiz. Located at the southern tip of San Fernando, this approximately 2.5 km long trail leads through a landscape of untouched dunes and marshlands, offering panoramic views of the Castle of Sancti Petri and the islet of the same name.
- 9 km (circular)
- 36 minutes
- 4 hours
- 1 hour
- Easy
- 17, 3 km (circular)
- 20 min
- 4 h 10 m
- Fácil
- 30 min
Itinerary Description
The trail, of low difficulty, is suitable for all types of visitors and can be walked either along a wooden boardwalk or on the surrounding sandy path. Along the way, various species of flora and fauna typical of marsh and dune ecosystems can be observed. In addition, the route ends at the Batería de Urrutia, a 19th-century fortification declared a Site of Cultural Interest.
( Points of Interest )
Start of the route
The route begins where the Camposoto Beach road ends. After crossing the bridge that leads to the beach, we follow the wooden boardwalk, which allows us to walk easily over the sand. This boardwalk appears intermittently along the route.
Point of Interest No. 4: Castle Viewpoint
We will come across informational panels about the Castle of Sancti Petri, the changes in the Bay of Cádiz over time, the marshlands and the channel, as well as the formation of the coastal spit and the processes that shape the coastline.
La Batería de Aspiroz
After walking the first three kilometers of the trail, we take a left turn onto a faint path through low shrubs, leading to the second battery, known as the Aspiroz Battery. This small defensive fortification was used during the Siege of Cádiz.
La batería de Urrutia
“We return to the trail and arrive at the Urrutia Battery. During the War of Independence (1808–1814), the batteries of Urrutia, Aspiroz, San Genís, San Melitón, the Lacy redoubt, and the Castle of Sancti Petri formed a key defensive system at Punta del Boquerón. Their mission was to protect the Sancti Petri channel from the advance of Napoleonic troops and to secure maritime access to Chiclana.
La batería de San Genís
The San Genís Battery is located at a strategic point at the entrance to the Sancti Petri channel. It played a key role during the Siege of Cádiz in the Spanish War of Independence. It is named after the military engineer Antonio Sangenís Torres, an expert in designing fortifications prepared to withstand sieges.
Nº 7. Punta del Boquerón y vistas del Castillo
We continue walking along the beach. The Castle of Sancti Petri appears, located on the island of the same name.
The Castle of Sancti Petri was built on an islet where the Temple of Hercules Melkart once stood. Most of the current structure dates back to the 18th century, although its tower is older, dating from the 16th century.
Nº 8. Bunker 1
We continue along the edge of the Punta del Boquerón to walk along the beach towards the starting point. We pass by the two bunkers located on the Castillo de Camposoto Beach.
( LOCATION )
Privileged surroundings
