Castle of La Mota, Medieval fortress in Medina del Campo, Spain
The Castle of La Mota stands on a hill with four towers surrounding a central courtyard and features an extensive outer barbican constructed from red bricks.
The fortress, initially built in 1080 following Moorish incursions, underwent substantial modifications during the 15th century under the reign of the Catholic Monarchs.
The castle served as the Royal Archive during Henry IV's reign and later transformed into a prison for notable figures including Cesare Borgia.
Visitors can explore the castle grounds, defensive structures, and architectural elements through guided tours available daily from 8 AM to 10 PM.
The castle contains one of the largest towers in Castile, which Cesare Borgia used as an escape route during his imprisonment in the 16th century.
Location: Medina del Campo
Inception: 11 century
Made from material: brick
Part of: Castelos da provincia de Valladolid
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:00-22:00
Website: http://castillodelamota.es
GPS coordinates: 41.30890,-4.90833
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50
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