Aunqueospese Castle

Mironcillo, Spain

The construction of the Aunqueospese Castle was started in 1490 by Pedro Dávila, lord of Villafranca and captain of the Duke of Alba. The castle was completed in 1504 by Esteban Dávila.

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Address

Unnamed Road, Mironcillo, Spain

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Details

Founded: 1490
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Yanner Mendoza (6 years ago)
Un Castillo muy bonito, merece la pena visitar, ideal para echar la tarde.

Andres Fernandez (6 years ago)
Un castillo espectacular y con unas vistas increíbles.

bofwiner (6 years ago)
fantastic place - but you'll need a 4x4

Peter Kovacs (6 years ago)
Fantastic castle, nice hike. The castle can be reached by a 45 min walk from where the dirt road starts after leaving the town of Mironcillo. Don't try to drive it with a "normal" car as it won't bring you good. The way is very scenic. It reminded me of California. The castle is in good shape although closed from the public. Very unfortunate but the hike still worths it. You won't meet many fellow tourists on the way. Take plenty of water if climbing in Summer.

Carlos Rodriguez (10 years ago)
super

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