Castle of Carlos V, Hondarribia

The Castle of Carlos V stands at the highest point of Hondarribia with thick stone walls and a quadrangular layout connecting the castle and palace sections.

Originally built in the 16th century under Emperor Charles V rule, this fortress served as a strategic defensive position against potential invasions from the French border.

The castle maintains both Gothic and Renaissance architectural elements, featuring an entrance with an imperial coat of arms and an arch framed in an alfiz.

The castle operates as a parador hotel offering accommodations, while its position provides views of both the Spanish town and the French coastline across the bay.

The interior patio connects two distinct sections of the building, demonstrating its dual purpose as both a military fortification and a royal residence.

Location: Hondarribia

Architectural style: Gothic architecture, Renaissance architecture

Accessibility: Inacessível para cadeira de rodas

Part of: Hondarribiko hiri historikoa

GPS coordinates: 43.36356,-1.79127

Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:22