Oropesa

Oropesa is a municipality in Toledo Province that sits on elevated terrain in central Spain. The town centers around its castle, which dominates the landscape and connects the older residential areas that spread across the hillside.

The site traces back to an ancient settlement called Otobesa that existed before Roman times. The modern town developed around the castle built in the 15th century, which attracted nobility from Toledo to establish themselves here.

The Jornadas Medievales festival in April brings the medieval heritage to life through traditional performances, crafts demonstrations, and historical reenactments at the castle.

The town is best explored on foot since the main areas sit close together, though paths through the older part can be steep. Most visitors spend a few hours seeing the town and its castle thoroughly.

The castle now operates as a Parador, Spain's chain of hotels housed in historic buildings, letting guests stay overnight in a former noble residence. The interior still displays the original medieval architecture while offering modern comforts.

Location: Toledo Province

Capital city: Oropesa

Elevation above the sea: 425 m

Part of: Mancomunitat «Campana de Oropesa y Cuatro Villas»

Shares border with: Arenas de San Pedro, Candeleda, Alcañizo, Alcolea de Tajo, Navalcán, Parrillas, Velada, Torralba de Oropesa, Calera y Chozas, Torrico, Lagartera, Herreruela de Oropesa, Calzada de Oropesa, Las Ventas de San Julián, El Gordo, Peraleda de la Mata, Talayuela, Pueblonuevo de Miramontes, Villanueva de la Vera, Madrigal de la Vera

Website: http://oropesa.es

GPS coordinates: 39.91917,-5.17778

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:17