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The Top 20 Castles in Jaén

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from in Jaén. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 9, 2025

La Yedra Castle

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La Yedra Castle is an ancient defensive structure in the Spanish municipality of Cazorla. It is located at the foot of the Salvatierra hill, above the Cerezuelo river, in the …

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Castle of Santa Catalina

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The Castle of Santa Catalina is the emblem of the city of Jaén.
Located on a promontory visible from many kilometers, it served as a strategic place to house the …

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Hornos

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Hornos is a town and municipality in the province of Jaén, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, belonging to the Comarca de Segura. It has a surface area of 118.4 …

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Alcalá la Real

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Alcalá la Real is a spectacular town in Jaen that is located on a strategic natural communication route between the Guadalquivir valley and the Granada plain. This location has given …

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Jaén

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Surrounded by olive groves, the city of Jaén is one of the gates of Andalusia. Located in the northeast of the Andalusian autonomous community, straddling the Sierra Morena and the …

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Castillo de La Iruela

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This municipality in the province of Jaén, in Andalusia, is located on the slopes of the Sierra de Cazorla, crowning the Guadalquivir valley. One of its most emblematic monuments is …

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Segura de la Sierra

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Segura de la Sierra is a Spanish town and municipality in the province of Jaén, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, belonging to the region of Sierra de Segura, located …

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Cazorla

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Cazorla is a town with a great history and culture. It is perfect to rest after a long route and visit the ruins of the church of Santa María, the …

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Castle of the Five Corners (Salvatierra Castle)

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These ruins belong to the Salvatierra castle or commonly called the Five Corners. From the top you can enjoy the views of the mountains and Cazorla. It is the point …

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La Muña Tower

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It is within the route of the towers and its first constructions date from the 14th or 15th centuries.
Specifically, the attached house has a tile inscription dating back to 1803 when it was built.

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