Castle of Morón de la Frontera

The Castle of Morón de la Frontera is a fortress that sits on elevated ground with an oval-shaped plan covering a large area. The northern portion preserves a line of rectangular towers, while the southern section shows foundation traces and scattered remains.

The fortress was built in the 11th and 12th centuries and served as a strategic stronghold for regional control. The Order of Alcántara later held it, and the Dukes of Osuna eventually took possession of the site.

The fortress displays construction methods that blend influences from different cultural traditions, visible in the limestone and stone walls. Visitors walking through the remaining towers can sense how different peoples shaped this place over centuries.

The northern section with its towers is easy to walk through and offers good views of the surrounding area. The southern part is less structured, so allow time to explore both sections at your own pace.

French troops repurposed this fortress during the Napoleonic Wars but destroyed several towers with explosives as they left in 1812. The damage remains visible today, showing the dramatic changes the structure has endured.

Location: Morón de la Frontera

GPS coordinates: 37.12030,-5.44914

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:23