Castro Ventosa, Archaeological fortress in Bierzo, Spain
Castro Ventosa is a Roman fortress on a hilltop above Valtuille de Abajo containing the remains of walls and defensive structures from ancient times. The scattered stones across the site reveal how it was built and defended.
The settlement was established during Roman rule over northwestern Spain and served as a military post with administrative importance. Ancient sources mention the site, underlining its significance to the Romans.
The site reveals how Romans integrated defense and settlement here, with stone structures that still mark the hilltop today. You can observe how the position controlled key routes through the valleys below.
You can reach the remains through marked paths from Valtuille de Abajo, and the grounds are open for self-guided exploration. The best time to visit is between spring and summer when conditions are most pleasant.
From its height, the Romans could monitor and control the largest gold mining operations of the Iberian Peninsula in this region. This control over valuable resources was central to maintaining power here.
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