Abandoned Villages You Can Actually Stay in Overnight

6. Belchite, Spain

If ruins could talk, Belchite would whisper of war. Destroyed during a brutal battle in the Spanish Civil War, the town was never rebuilt—its bombed-out churches and bullet-pocked walls were left standing as a monument. Walking through it feels like time stopped in 1937. Although overnight stays in the ruins are not permitted, Spain’s relaxed wild camping rules allow you to set up just outside the site. The surrounding countryside is open, flat, and far from urban centers—ideal for laying back and counting shooting stars above the silhouettes of shattered spires. Helpful Tip: The best time to visit is early spring or fall when temperatures are mild. If you're into ghost stories, night tours are occasionally available. Pair your visit with a starlit camp just outside for a truly otherworldly night.