Castle of Portezuelo, Medieval fortress in Portezuelo, Spain.
The Castle of Portezuelo features two circular towers, pyramidal battlements, extensive parade grounds, and a large water cistern within its quadrangular base.
Built in the 12th century during the Almohad invasion, the castle changed hands between Muslim forces and Christian kingdoms until its final conquest by Alfonso IX in 1213.
The fortress earned the name Marmionda from a tale about a Moorish commander's daughter who fell in love with a Christian captain, ending in tragedy.
The castle stands in a consolidated state of ruins following renovations at the end of the 20th century, with limited access due to structural concerns.
Since 2007, an annual athletic competition called the Climb to Portezuelo Castle takes place near the fortress grounds, organized by local authorities.
Location: Portezuelo
GPS coordinates: 39.80772,-6.47520
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:29
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