Do you want to know about the most extraordinary castles in Spain? This article will tell you all about them! Amongst forts, castles, ancient city walls and suit of armors, lose yourself in the mystery of your surroundings while you celebrate your event which will be full of mystery.
As you will see, we have created a list of the most spectacular: from circular castles, temples to castles on the beach. The best part is that they all look like they are from a story, a postcard or a movie scene.
Who wouldn’t want to enter a castle after having finished watching Game of Thrones?
Familiarise yourself with the castles from the list below and make sure you visit… providing they are not haunted!
Let’s enter through the fortified gateway!
Tossa de Mar Castle
Does a castle on the Mediterranean coast really exist? Yes! It is a castle from the 14th century and is located in Tossa de Mar.
It is undoubtedly one of our favourite castles as it is far away from the noise and bustle of the city where you can take in the calm breeze while you sit on the stone bench on the balcony.
The castle has 7 towers and is the reason for the city becoming the most beautiful and most well preserved maritime town in Catalonia. You will love it!
Castle of Coca in Segovia
The Castle of Coca is one of the most unique castles due to its reddish colour, its bricks and its deep moat.
This castle has a Gothic Mudejar style, and has been conserved perfectly. It is a majestic fort from the 15th century and was owned by the Casa de Alba and later transferred to the Ministry of Agriculture.
Not only the castle will catch your eye when you visit, you will also be drawn to the landscape full of Segovian pine trees!
Buen Amor Castle
This is one of our favourite castles to spend the night at! Each room has been adapted to its original construction, to create warm, comfortable, and unique spaces.
In the castle you can find majestic rooms that are ideal for reading in, chatting or having drinks. There are neat antiques, a grand medieval chimney, original coffered ceilings, and a library.
Furthermore, you will enjoy high quality services, such as a private dinner in the tower or the vaulted castle restaurant, a butler, relaxing massages, wine tasting, a picnic in the garden and activities surrounded by nature.
Peralada Castle
This castle is an artistic ensemble which was built in the 14th century. Since 1979 it has had a casino, precious gardens, a library, etc.
Whether you want to celebrate a ceremony in the fresh air, or just take a tour of the rooms at the weekend, you will be delighted with this castle! It’s impossible to get bored of it!
It is so amazing it has been the location of the Peralada Castle International Music Festival since 1987!
Pontferrada Templar Castle
This castle began its construction in the 11th century, in the area that was used by the Romans, Visigoths and Celts as a settlement. Nothing more and nothing less!
In the 19th century it was losing its importance so much that it had to sell its stones to other buildings, but this only lasted until 1924, the year in which it began its reconstruction into what it is today.
What will amaze you the most about it is its Tribute Tower, with shields and coats of arms of those who once occupied it. It’s a castle where you will learn lots of history!
Tous Castle
In the city of Tous, Valencia, on a hill with a summit that extends beyond the reservoir, we find Tous Castle, which has recently been restored.
It has a modern style with spectacular surroundings and views, as well as gardens and interior rooms with more than 1000 years of history.
In Tous Castle you will always always be guaranteed exclusive and personalised treatment which makes the visit a unique experience.
Do you dare to find out about the legend of the Tous Lady?
Almodóvar del Río Castle
This medieval castle from the 8th century is one of the most well preserved in Spain, as it went through an extreme reform at the start of the last century. Furthermore, thanks to its excellent location, it has never been taken.
Do you recognise it? Surely you do! This castle appeared in the seventh season of Game of Thrones and since then, people haven’t stopped visiting.
How could you not visit?!
Bellver Castle in Palma, Mallorca
This circular castle from the 14th century has a gothic Mallorcan style and is one of the few castles with a circular base in Europe and happens to also be the oldest.
Its doors opened in 2001 and since then, it continues to accommodate an infinite number of people, is this because of its impressive views? Surely it is! From above you can see the port of Palma and a huge part of the island.
Did you know that it is also a museum surrounded by forests which is known as the Bellver forest? Head to Palma now!
Castell d’En Plaja in Lloret de Mar
Castell d’En Plaja is one of Lloret de Mar’s main attractions, and its location gives it a priceless value due to the views of the incredible cove.
To access this 20th century castle-house with less than 80 years of history, you will need to walk down a beautiful pathway that surrounds it with a medieval ambiance.
As you stroll through the castle grounds you will find the best landscapes in all of Costa Brava and want to take hundreds of photos.
Belmonte Castle
Would you like to visit a museum or celebrate any kind of event? Belmonte Castle is all yours! It is fully restored, allowing us to explore it in depth and admire its Renaissance roots and the reforms that this century has undergone.
The beauty of the pentagon shaped castle and the walls that surround it help to preserve the rooms, the galleries, the chapel and several archways.
Visit and take a tour through history!
Castle of the Mendoza in Manzanares el Real
In the heart of Madrid we find the Castle of the Mendoza built in the 15th century in the Guadarrama mountain range, with the Pedriza on one side and the Santillana Reservoir on the other.
It’s another of the most well preserved castles in Spain, but is the most magical that you will come across because once you step foot near it you will be transported to another era.
What are you waiting for? Pack your bags and travel to Manzanares el Real, you won’t regret it!
Cibeles Palace
Although its title doesn’t include the word castle, we cannot end this post without mentioning Cibeles Palace, which has more than 100 years of history and is one of the most symbolic buildings in the capital of Spain.
We don’t know if you will be more fascinated by 360º views of the entire city, its architecture, the whiteness of its façade, or by all the secrets, anecdotes and curiosities that it has. You will have to go and find out for yourself!
Cibeles Palace, first known as the Palace of Communications, removed a part of the Retiro Park to make room for its architectural work.
You will easily recognize this palace since its façade, on special occasions, shines in different colors to commemorate something.
Torrefiel Castle
Torrefiel is a beautiful place, located in Fontanars dels Alforins, a privileged district of the province. Here you will be able to enjoy beautiful interior spaces and incredible outdoor areas. It is a noble building owned by the Counts of Torrefiel, whose noble title was granted to its owners in 1816 by S.M. Fernando VII. An idyllic place to organise your celebration.
Miramar Palace
Miramar Palace was built in 1893 at the request of Queen Maria Cristina, based on a project by the English architect Ralph Selden Wornum, is a 19th century architectural ensemble that has become an incomparable setting for all kinds of events.
Miramar stands out for its history and architecture, but above all, for the views from its garden over the bay and Santa Clara Island.
Santa Florentina Castle
The building was originally a Roman villa (domus) and fortification. It was built in the 11th century and its first documented owners were the feudal lords Guadimir de Canet and later Gilbert de Canet. The splendour of the building began in the 14th century, when Ferrera de Canet fortified the house and added medieval towers. In the 16th century it passed into the hands of Dimas Muntaner, whose family ran it until the change of ownership to the Capmani family, the current owners of the castle. In 1908 it was the residence of Alfonso XIII, who granted Ramon de Montaner y Vila the title of Count of Canet. In 1910 it was enlarged and renovated by the modernist architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner.
Today the castle serves as a venue for events (photo shoots, weddings…), it also works as a museum and has been the venue of an annual classical music festival since 1999 in July and August.
The castle was also the setting for the filming of Game of Thrones, representing Horn Hill, home of House Tarly, Samwell Tarly’s family.
It also appears in the 1995 film La tabla de Flandes, based on the novel of the same name by Arturo Pérez Reverte, which was first published in 1990.
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