Castle of Zahara de los Atunes and Palace of Jadraza

The Castle of Zahara de los Atunes features defensive walls with parapets, two sea gates, and towers positioned at its northwestern and northeastern corners.

Built in the late 15th century, the fortress protected local tuna fishing operations and served as a defense point against raids from Barbary pirates.

The castle complex incorporated the Palace of Jadraza, which functioned both as a residence for nobility and as a processing facility for tuna catches.

The castle ruins remain accessible to visitors, offering views of the Atlantic Ocean and providing insights into medieval military construction techniques.

The structure received its fishing license in 1294 from King Sancho IV of Castile, establishing one of the earliest regulated tuna fishing operations in the region.

Location: Barbate

GPS coordinates: 36.13557,-5.84652

Latest update: April 2, 2025 17:08