Castillo de Corral (San Sebastián de la Cruz)
Castillo de San Sebastián de la Cruz
A Spanish fort on the south bank of the river mouth, with batteries lined up facing the Pacific, where summer brings cannon-firing demonstrations by performers in colonial military uniforms.
San Sebastián Castle sits in the fishing village of Corral and was begun in 1645. It is the largest of the Valdivia fort complex, with long batteries and walls stretching along the bay, offering views of the water and the opposite shore of Niebla. In summer, performers in Spanish soldier costumes stage daily cannon-firing demonstrations and drills. Admission is about 3,000 Chilean pesos. You can take a ferry from Niebla for about 20 minutes, or take a boat tour from the city of Valdivia. The seafood restaurants in the village are good value.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:30–19:00 (shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- Fuerte San Luis de Alba de Amargos
- Castillo de Niebla
- Isla Mancera
- Cervecería Kunstmann
- Parque Costero Curiñanco
- Parque Saval
- Calle General Lagos Heritage Street
- Museo Histórico y Antropológico Maurice van de Maele