Ascó

02Geography

Ascó is situated on the right bank of the Ebro River, with elevations ranging from 25 to approximately 90 meters above sea level. The town extends from the riverbanks to the hills, with the remnants of the Castle of Ascó perched on a hill at about 145 meters. Nearby, the Pic de l’Àguila rises to 485 meters, separating Ascó from the main town of the comarca, Mora d’Ebre.

Distance to Vinebre

1.5 km

Distance to Flix

5 km

Height of Pic de l’Àguila

485 m

Height of Serra de la Fatarella

552 m

03History

The earliest archaeological findings in Ascó date back to pre-Roman times, revealing various ceramics and stone tools. During the Moorish rule, the castle was built as part of a defensive line along the Ebro. The town saw significant changes in governance and population throughout the centuries, including the transfer of control to the Templar Order and later the Maltese Order.

• 1182 Ascó and its castle were granted to the Templar Order.
• 1307 Control of Ascó was transferred from the Templars to the Maltese Order.
• 1464 Ascó was conquered by King John II.
• 1892 The Ascó train station was inaugurated.
• 1938 Ascó was captured during the Spanish Civil War.

Explore Ascó, a Catalan municipality with rich history and a significant nuclear power plant in Tarragona.

04Economy and Attractions

The economy of Ascó is primarily driven by the nuclear power plant located to the north of the town, alongside agriculture, which produces wine, oil, and almonds. The historical center of Ascó is protected as a cultural heritage site, featuring the Castle of Ascó and the parish church of San Juan Bautista, first mentioned in 1158.

• Castle of Ascó Remnants of an Arab castle with a tower and watch house.
• San Juan Bautista Church First mentioned in 1158.
• Festa de Sant Antoni d'Ascó A local festival recognized as of national interest.
• FC Ascó Local football club founded in 2010.
• Cultural heritage The historical center is listed in the Catalan Architectural Heritage Inventory.