Castillo de Canena

Castillo de Canena is a Renaissance building with a square main body, two large round towers marking the front corners and smaller towers at the back. The layout centers on an inner courtyard surrounded by covered passages that organize the entire structure.

The structure was acquired in 1538 by a royal secretary to the king and redesigned by a prominent architect of the time into a palace. This transformation made it an important Renaissance work in the area.

The inner courtyard shows Renaissance style with ionic columns and a double-level gallery that you can see as you walk through. These details reflect the wealth and taste of the people who built and lived here.

Visits require advance booking and are only possible on certain days of the week. Plan your timing carefully in advance to ensure you can arrange access.

The building contains a central square defensive tower that was originally surrounded by a moat and accessed by a drawbridge. This fortification shows that the structure served a protective purpose alongside its residential function.

Location: Canena

Architects: Andrés de Vandelvira

GPS coordinates: 38.04881,-3.48135

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:50