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Ciudad Real

The Top 20 Castles in Ciudad Real

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 Ciudad Real. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 15, 2025

Alhambra Castle

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A magnificent example of a montane castle, meaning one whose shape adapts exactly to the hill on which it stands. Its most beautiful feature is the main gate, opening into …

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Peñarroya Castle

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The fortress originated as a Muslim fort, which would pass into Christian hands in 1198, remaining in the hands of the Order of San Juan in 1215, although it was …

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Peñarroya Castle

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The fortress originated as a Muslim fort, which would pass into Christian hands in 1198, remaining in the hands of the Order of San Juan in 1215, although it was …

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Calatrava la Vieja Archaeological Site

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Original headquarters of the Order of Calatrava, this ancient city-fortress was founded by the Umayyads at the end of the 8th century, being part of the territories of al-Andalus for …

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Alarcos Archaeological Park

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The Alarcos hill is located on the left bank of the Guadiana river, 8 kilometers from Ciudad Real capital. Excavated since 1984, we find mainly archaeological remains that show the …

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Castle of Doña Berenguela

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The original construction corresponds to the Muslims who dominated the area in the 12th century, although remains found indicate that, as usual, it was built on the site of Roman …

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Castillo de Caracuel

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It was the place where one of the oldest parcels in Campo de Calatrava, Caracuel, was founded in 1170. Even so, a few years later it was recovered by the …

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Ruins of the Ciruela Castle

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There are hardly any remains of what was the castle and the church, but a beautiful landscape to get closer to.

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Castle-Convent of Calatrava la Nueva

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This castle stands on the impressive Alacranejo hill and, despite its primitive defensive nature, it underwent various modifications. In front of it there is another hill with the ruins of …

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Castillo de Manzanares

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The Castle of Manzanares (Castillo de Pilas Bonas) is included in the Inventory of Architectural Heritage of Historic-Artistic Interest carried out by the Ministry of Culture in 1979. Although there …

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