Palacio de Justicia de Albacete

Palacio de Justicia de Albacete is a courthouse in Albacete comprising two connected wings arranged around a central courtyard. The building houses the High Court of Justice and the Public Prosecutor's Office for the Castilla-La Mancha region.

The courthouse was designed by architect Germán Álvarez de Sotomayor and replaced a former convent, then was opened by King Juan Carlos I in 1980. The site had undergone earlier architectural modifications before construction of the current building began in 1976.

A bronze bust of Francisco Jareño adorns the building's front, honoring his impact on Spanish institutional design during Queen Isabel II's era. This tribute reflects how his architectural ideas shaped public buildings across the country.

Access to the building is restricted since it is an active legal institution handling court proceedings and official business. The exterior can be viewed from the street, and any necessary visits should be arranged in advance through official channels.

The site was previously occupied by a convent of Saint Augustine before its transformation into a courthouse. This conversion shows how the location changed from religious use to serve the region's judicial system.

Location: Albacete

Architects: Germán Álvarez de Sotomayor y Castro

GPS coordinates: 38.99453,-1.85331

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03