Castle of Montearagón

Castle of Montearagón is a medieval fortress in Quicena that combined military and monastic purposes. The structure rises with stone walls above the surrounding Hoya de Huesca landscape and today visitors see what remains of its original form.

King Sancho Ramírez founded the fortress in 1085 to support the siege of Huesca during the Reconquista period. The king met his death near its walls from an arrow in 1094.

The Romanesque style appears in rounded arches and thick stone walls that show how builders worked during the medieval period. These construction choices reflect local building traditions that were common across the region.

The ruins sit near Quicena and provide views toward the Sierra de Guara and the Pyrenees. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes as the ground is uneven and the site is exposed to the elements.

The fortress served as a temporary burial place for two medieval monarchs before their remains were moved elsewhere. This royal connection reveals the site's political importance in medieval times.

Location: Quicena

Inception: 1085

Founders: Sancho Ramírez

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 42.15348,-0.34476

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40