Castle of Hostoles, Medieval castle in Les Planes d'Hostoles, Spain.
Description
The castle of Hostoles is a stone fortress consisting of three distinct enclosures positioned at different elevations across the hillside. A semicircular tower stands at the highest point, with water cisterns and multiple defensive levels forming the overall structure.
History
Built in the 9th century, the fortress served as a feudal stronghold until the 15th century during the Remença peasant revolts. It remained under local control during this turbulent period when tensions between lords and farmers shaped regional politics.
Culture
This fortress displays Romanesque military design through its rectangular chambers and defensive walls built across multiple construction phases. Visitors can observe how these elements integrate into the landscape and reflect the structure of medieval defense strategies.
Practical
The ruins lie between the municipalities of Les Planes d'Hostoles and Sant Feliu de Pallerols and are accessed through stone steps leading to different levels. The site requires steady footing and proper footwear, especially in damp conditions, as the steps are steep and narrow in places.
Did you know?
The main tower shifted from a circular to a semicircular shape, likely caused by earthquakes in the 15th century. This structural change remains visible and shows how natural forces reshaped the medieval architecture at this location.
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