San Martin del Castañar Castle

San Martín del Castañar, Spain

San Martin del Castañar Castle was built in the 15th century. Now there are remains of its towers. The building, made in blocks of granite and masonry, consisted of two towers linked by a central body of rooms, protected by an approximately circular enclosure with some cubes and practicable pointed arch doors.

References:

Junta de Castilla y León

Address

Calle del Cementerio 2A, San Martín del Castañar, Spain

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

More Information

www.turismocastillayleon.com

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Miranda del Castañar Castle‎ (6,7 km)

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University of Salamanca (59,3 km)
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Casa de las Conchas (59,5 km)
Convento de las Dueñas (59,5 km)
Convento de San Esteban (59,4 km)
Plasencia Cathedral (54,8 km)
Jewish Quarter (32,4 km)

User Reviews

Toni Serrano Blanco (2 years ago)
Castle in San Martin del Castañar, a typical town in the Sierra de Francia, less crowded than La Alberca. To highlight the castle and museum.

Sara Fernandez Yuste (3 years ago)
I put photos from before the renovation (Tower without stairs). This 15th century castle is located at the top of the hill at the end of the town so it enjoys magnificent views. It has also been recently rehabilitated and you can climb to the top of the New Tower and now also has a museum. If a visit was essential before, now even more so.

jose carlos perez cifuentes (3 years ago)
Nice town in the Sierra de Francia in Salamanca, ideal for routes

Fany R (3 years ago)
Very nice, entertaining and educational visit. The person who attended us (Jorge) a 10. He explained everything wonderfully. Congratulations!

Claudia Rolando (3 years ago)
It is worth visiting this magical town! How well preserved and cared for. Congratulations!!! It is necessary to emphasize the excellent attention in the museum

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