Castle of Peñaranda de Duero

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Castle of Peñaranda de Duero

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Castle of Peñaranda de Duero, Medieval castle in Peñaranda de Duero, Spain

The castle features a four-story keep with a rooftop terrace, battlements, three square towers, and an entrance marked by an ogival arch.

Originally built in the 10th century as part of the fortified border between Christian Castile and Al Andalus, the castle underwent major modifications in the 15th century.

The castle structure incorporates Gothic architectural elements, including decorative wooden beams, ashlar stone construction, and a gallery of machiolations.

Located at coordinates 41.69 latitude and -3.481389 longitude, the castle charges an entrance fee between 1 and 2 euros for visitors.

The castle maintains a narrow walled precinct with the crenellated arch of Las Monjas as the last remaining section of the town's defensive wall system.

Location: Peñaranda de Duero

GPS coordinates: 41.69000,-3.48139

Latest update: March 14, 2025 07:23

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