Frias Castle

Frías, Spain

Frias castle origins date back to the 9th century, when Alfonso VIII repopulated the valley to reinforce the border between Castile and Navarre. The historic quarter preserves its medieval atmosphere, and urban layout.

On the tallest, most rugged end of a hill, the castle of the Duke of Frías stands, with its beautiful and well-kept mullioned windows, and 13th-century Romanesque capitals. In the city centre we must point out the church of San Vicente, whose Romanesque main front was taken to New York after the tower fell in 1904, and the convent of Santa María de Vadillo, founded at the beginning of the 13th century.

Near the town, crossing the Ebro river, we see a gorgeous medieval bridge, with a defence tower that dates from the 14th century.

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Founded: 9th century AD
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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Robert Walton (3 months ago)
It is an excellent place to visit on your way south from Bilboa. Quiet roads and very light traffic. A historical castle built circa 850 ish, built on top of a rocky outcrop. You can see for miles.
Motorhome Quest (4 months ago)
It's €2 per adult to enter, so you know it's mostly ruins. There are towers you can climb, but ultimately, it's the views that are impressive. Combine the castle with a visit to the church and a walk around the city (smallest city in Spain according to the information board), and it is worth a visit. Streets are steep and cobblestones.
Hans Janssen (4 months ago)
Nice place to visit. Tickets are € 2, it's worth it.
Nanita (18 months ago)
Road-trip: Castilla y León, Frias - for a nominal fee of a few euros you can enter the grounds of the castle ruins in Frias, walk along the walls and climb up the tower where you’ll find postcard views of the historic medieval town’s tile roofs. Tickets to enter can be purchased at the tourist office a few minutes walk from the castle ground’s entrance (very friendly tourist office employee). Also, informational markers describing the history are located throughout the property. Note: There are several steep steps and stairs to climb for the best views.
annacassarparnis@gmail.com annamark (2 years ago)
What a Beautiful town on the Hilltop so well preserved. The Castle was closed on Monday. We had coffee & Spanish omelette pork crackling it was delicious & well good priced & we paid as the locals do.
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