Castle of Fuentidueña de Tajo

The fortress stands on a hilltop overlooking the Tagus River, featuring cylindrical towers and thick walls made of rammed earth construction.

Built in the 12th century, the castle served as headquarters for Queen Urraca, wife of Alfonso I, and later became a stronghold of the Order of Santiago.

The castle walls contain sections dating from different periods, reflecting the architectural evolution from Islamic to Christian military construction techniques.

Visitors can reach the castle ruins by following marked paths from the town center, offering views of the surrounding landscape from its elevated position.

The castle's tower measures 30 meters in height with 1.4-meter-thick walls, making it one of the largest defensive structures in the Madrid region.

Location: Fuentidueña de Tajo

Made from material: rammed earth

GPS coordinates: 40.12184,-3.16314

Latest update: March 5, 2025 03:12