Ponferrada Castle, Templar castle in Ponferrada, Spain
The fortress covers 8,000 square meters with double and triple battlements, numerous turrets, chambers, and an expansive lower courtyard called albacar.
After Alfonso IX donated the village to the Knights Templar in 1211, they constructed fortifications that formed the foundation of the present Gothic castle.
The castle now contains exhibits about medieval military architecture and displays artifacts related to the Knights Templar order in Spain.
The entrance fee is 6 euros for adults and 4 euros for children, with guided tours available from Tuesday through Sunday.
The castle stands at the intersection of four ancient Roman roads and served as a defense point for pilgrims on the Way of Saint James.
Location: Ponferrada
Inception: 1178
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Way of Saint James in the province of León
Website: https://castillodelostemplarios.com
GPS coordinates: 42.54417,-6.59361
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:47
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