Castillo de San Servando, Medieval castle and hostel at Tagus riverside, Toledo, Spain
The San Servando Castle stands on the eastern bank of the Tagus River, opposite to Toledo's historical center, near the Infantry Academy and Alcántara Bridge.
The structure began as a monastery in 1024 under King Alfonso VI's reign, later transformed into a fortress in 1088 to protect against Muslim invasions.
The fortress appears in El Greco's painting 'View of Toledo' and received national monument status in 1874, marking its significance in Spanish architectural heritage.
The castle now functions as a youth hostel with conference rooms, accommodations, and a cafeteria offering views across Toledo's old town.
Archaeological excavations in 1920 revealed medieval tombs carved into the bedrock within the castle's courtyard, providing insights into its monastic origins.
Location: Toledo
Operator: Junta de Comunidades de Castilla-La Mancha
Phone: +34925925224558
Email: alberguesclm@jccm.es
Website: http://juventud.jccm.es/sanservando/es
GPS coordinates: 39.86043,-4.01563
Latest update: March 16, 2025 20:24
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