If you really like medieval castles and you have thought visit Spain then visit the region of Castilla la Mancha Well, she offers you several Routes of the Castles, for Albacete, for Ciudad Real, for Guadalajara, for Cuencua and for Toledo. In the case of the Route of the Castles through the province of Guadalajara You will get to know castles that have played a very important role in times of the reconquest and repopulation of these lands. Take as an example the tour that takes you through Segontia, a very important city in medieval times. On the route you pass the following castles:
Sigüenza Castle: today it is a parador de turismo and entry is free, both inside and outside the courtyard. In summer there are exhibitions and cultural events. It has a throne room with huge pillars, a fireplace and decorated walls and the upper floors are where the guest rooms have been accommodated.
Palazuelos Castle: it dates from the middle of the XNUMXth century and was ordered to be built by the Marquis of Santillana and his son Pedro Hurtado de Mendoza. Castle, wall, barbican. Paseo de ronda and high tower of the tribute compose it. It is partially restored and as it is a private property, its interior cannot be visited, unless the owner leaves you.
Riba de Santiuste Castle: it dates from the XNUMXth century and is of typical Aragonese construction. It is also privately owned and you must contact the owner through the tourism office to visit it. It hosts medieval dinners so it's a good way to get to know it.
Castle and Wall of Atienza: an imposing keep crowns this castle of walls and gates. Admission is free and it was built between the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries. The views from here couldn't be more beautiful.
Vía: Tourism Castilla - La Mancha