Castle of Pliego

Castle of Pliego is a fortress built on raised ground that includes six defensive towers, a central keep, and water storage remains constructed from stone and rammed earth. The structure combines these different building materials throughout its layout.

The Moors built this fortress in the late 12th century to defend the La Mota settlement from attack. Control passed to the Kingdom of Castile in 1243.

The castle shaped how the settlement of Pliego developed and remains central to local identity. Its presence still defines the visual character of the town.

Visitors can freely explore the castle ruins by walking along Calle Palas street through the site. Early morning visits offer the most comfortable conditions for walking around the exposed remains.

The fortress displays an uncommon quadrangular floor plan where rammed earth construction blends with traditional stone defensive walls. This mixing of building materials was rare for medieval fortifications in this area.