Castle of Gormaz, Medieval fortress in Gormaz, Spain
The Castle of Gormaz extends over one kilometer along a hilltop, featuring 21 defensive towers and thick stone walls overlooking the Duero River valley.
Built in 965 under Caliph al-Hakam II, this fortress changed hands multiple times between Muslim and Christian forces until Fernando I captured it in 1059.
The fortress appears in the medieval Spanish epic poem Cantar de Mío Cid, as El Cid served as mayor after the Christian conquest.
Visitors access the castle through a winding road that stretches 2 kilometers beyond the current village of Gormaz, with 21 inhabitants.
The castle contains deep wells within its structure that enabled defenders to withstand extended sieges during periods of conflict.
Location: Gormaz
Website: http://castillodegormaz.com
GPS coordinates: 41.49370,-3.00800
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:13
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