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Tour de la Babote

26-meter historical tower from the 12th century, a remnant of the old fortifications. Converted to an observatory in 1745 and became seat of the Royal Academy of Sciences. Listed as historic monument since 1927. Now houses the amateur astronomy federation.

Practical Information

Updated: Jan 16, 2026

Entrance Fee

Free

Free to view externally, interior access via guided tours only

Best Time to Visit

Book a guided tour through the Tourism Office, or visit during European Heritage Days for special access

Price Range

Free
Official Website

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Not accessible
Audio guide
Not available
Staff assistance
Not available

Working Hours

Updated: Jan 16, 2026
Saturday14:00 — 18:00

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Visits are rare and limited. Best opportunity is during European Heritage Days in September. Contact the Tourism Office to check the schedule.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather12°
90%20 м/с
Todayweather13°12°
Tomorrowweather12°10°
Sunweather13°10°
Monweather12°9°
Tueweather14°4°
Wedweather12°2°
Thuweather11°3°
12°
3°Jan
13°
4°Feb
16°
6°Mar
18°
9°Apr
22°
13°May
27°
17°Jun
30°
20°Jul
30°
20°Aug
26°
17°Sep
21°
13°Oct
15°
7°Nov
12°
4°Dec
Water temperature
13°
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15°
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22°
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17°
14°

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