Castell de Tous, cultural property in Sant Martí de Tous, Spain
Castell de Tous is a castle on a hilltop in Sant Martí de Tous with a prominent corner tower dating to the 10th or 11th century, decorated with small battlements. The building displays Gothic features including pointed windows and has been repaired several times while maintaining its original thick walls and multiple courtyards.
The castle was founded around 960 when a local count gave it to the church of Vic, after which it became an independent lordship. The Tous family controlled it through many generations but sold it in the 1400s to a monastery that managed it until the 1800s.
The castle's name comes from the Tous family who controlled it for generations. Today, local residents view it as a symbol of their history, and it remains central to the region's cultural identity and storytelling traditions.
The castle sits near the town square of Sant Martí de Tous and is easy to access. Guided tours are often available and the grounds are open during certain seasons, with special visits arranged for school groups and history enthusiasts.
Beneath the chapel lies a room with two arches, and local legend tells of a secret passage said to connect the castle to a water mill below the town, though its entrance is now sealed. This hidden history blends fact and folklore, making the site a place where stories still resonate.
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