Castle of Peracense, Medieval castle in Peracense, Spain
The castle spans 4,000 square meters with three concentric enclosures built from local red rodeno stone at an elevation of 1,365 meters.
The fortress originated as an Islamic stronghold before its transformation into a 13th-century Christian castle guarding the border between Castile and Aragon.
The castle forms part of Spain's protected cultural heritage as a Bien de Interés Cultural, preserving medieval military architecture and defense strategies.
Entrance to the castle costs 3.5 euros, with guided tours available by calling 620863078, and free parking spaces located near the entrance.
The castle's stone walls merge with natural rock formations of Sierra Menera, creating a structure that extends directly from the mountain's red cliffs.
Location: Peracense
Elevation above the sea: 1,365 m
GPS coordinates: 40.63677,-1.47981
Latest update: May 11, 2025 12:52
Aragon stretches across three provinces in northeastern Spain, preserving more than two thousand years of history through its monasteries, castles and medieval villages. The region displays Moorish towers in Teruel, Romanesque churches in the Pyrenees and Gothic bridges along ancient trade routes. Natural parks protect limestone canyons, caves holding prehistoric paintings and mountain ranges extending to the French border. Visitors explore fortified villages such as Albarracín and Sos del Rey Católico, where stone walls and narrow lanes tell of medieval life. The 11th-century Castillo de Loarre stands on a hilltop overlooking the Ebro valley, while Sierra de Guara Natural Park provides trails through deep gorges. Monasteries including San Juan de la Peña and Monasterio de Piedra connect religious history with surrounding landscapes, creating destinations that combine cultural heritage with natural environments.
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