Casa de Hortelano

Casa de Hortelano is a museum building on Plaza de la Catedral in Albacete with a distinctive green facade and neogothic details. The structure displays eclectic architecture featuring glazed tiles, pointed pinnacles, and palace-style windows that give it a striking appearance.

The building was commissioned in 1912 by Joaquín Hortelano and designed by Daniel Rubio Sánchez as offices for the Banco Vitalicio de España insurance company. It later transitioned to cultural use and has housed the municipal knife museum since 2004.

The Municipal Knife Museum has occupied the building since 2004, displaying how knife-making shaped the city's identity and character. Visitors see firsthand how this craft tradition remains important to local pride and recognition.

The building sits centrally on the cathedral plaza and is easily reached from nearby public transportation stops. Clear signs help visitors locate the museum entrance and navigate to the different galleries inside.

Each floor of the building is dedicated to different aspects of knife craftsmanship, from historical collections to contemporary manufacturing techniques. Visitors can trace the evolution of this craft from traditional methods to modern production.

Location: Albacete

Architects: Daniel Rubio Sánchez

Architectural style: eclecticism

Address: plaza de la Catedral

GPS coordinates: 38.99625,-1.85647

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:48