Castle of Don Álvaro de Luna

Arenas de San Pedro, Spain

The construction of Don Álvaro de Luna castle was commissioned by the High Constable Ruy López Dávalos between the end of the 14th century and the beginning of the 15th century.There is very little left in the interior of the castle. The fires originating from the different wars have left, over time, only the walls of the building. In other periods it was used as a prison and cemetery, and today it is the municipal auditorium.

References:

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Address

Plaza del Condestable Dávalos 5, Arenas de San Pedro, Spain

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Details

Founded: c. 1300
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

More Information

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Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Justine Ball (5 years ago)
Good

Chris Lee (5 years ago)
Interesting and informative guided tour. Buy tickets in tourist office.

Brian Frost (5 years ago)
Historico

Maria Luisa Mayato (5 years ago)
La guía Virginia encantadora, lo explicaba todo muy bien para los niños y los mayores. El castillo está impecable. Tuvimos suerte de aparcar en la puerta pero hay muy poco sitio para los coches.

Diego Roel (5 years ago)
No estaba abierto. Solamente los domingos, parece ser. Impresionante castillo. Alrededores pensados para comer. Parque infantil cerca. Entorno muy bonito y cuidado. Vale la pena acercarse al puente.

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