Castillo de Otíñar, Medieval fortress in Jaén, Spain.
The castle features an elongated layout with robust masonry walls and a two-story tower on its southern section, rising 20 meters high.
Built in the second half of the 13th century following the Pact of Jaén in 1246, the castle monitored the road to Granada against Nasrid incursions.
The fortification stands as a testament to the military architecture of medieval Spain, with its strategic position controlling mountain passages near Jaén.
Located 13 kilometers from Jaén city center, the castle remains can be reached through marked hiking trails along the old Granada road.
The castle contains an internal water cistern and residential building remnants, with chambers featuring brick barrel vaults within its tower structure.
Location: Jaén
Part of: Otiñar
GPS coordinates: 37.67161,-3.74710
Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:50
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