The Top 10 Castles around 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 10
beautiful castles to choose from around Jaén. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Jaén. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 23, 2025
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 …
Located on a promontory visible from many kilometers, it served as a strategic place to house the …
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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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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.
Specifically, the attached house has a tile inscription dating back to 1803 when it was built.
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Remains of the castle wall
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Jaén conserves in an acceptable good state of conservation, a large part of the old wall that included from the Castle of Santa Catalina, to the old quarter of the …
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Otíñar Castle
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An old medieval fortress from the second half of the 13th century, the Otíñar castle is located on an accessible hill to the southeast of the city of Jaén, overlooking …
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