Castell de Castell d'Aro, Medieval fortress in Castell d'Aro, Spain.
Description
Castell de Castell d'Aro is a medieval fortress that sits atop the village's highest point, overlooking the Aro valley below. The structure features thick stone walls and defensive works that have been maintained and restored over time.
History
This fortress was built in the ninth century to defend the region from raids coming from the sea. It served as a residence for local nobility and shaped settlement patterns in the surrounding area for hundreds of years.
Culture
The castle houses an unusual museum with more than 8700 dolls from different periods and cultures. Visitors can walk through these collections to see how people in various times made and dressed their toys.
Practical
The site is accessible daily and visitors can explore the grounds either with a guide or independently at their own pace. The medieval town below offers easy walking access for anyone wanting to see the surrounding streets and architecture.
Did you know?
The fortress blends architectural styles from different periods, including Gothic windows mixed with Renaissance decoration. This combination reveals how the building was repeatedly reshaped and adapted across several centuries to meet changing needs.
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Santa Maria de Castell d'Aro
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Platja de Sant Pol
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Església de Santa Cristina d'Aro
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Santa Maria de Fenals d'Aro
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Asil Surís
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Mas Sant Josep
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Mas Pouplana
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Torre Seguera
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Creu de Castell d'Aro
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Casa Domènech
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Creu del Pedró de Santa Cristina d'Aro
2.4 km
Can Sicars
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Biblioteca Mercè Rodoreda
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Can Bas
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Can Daussà
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Can Riambau
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